AFV Modeller

David Parker of AFV Modeller magazine has sent us news about their  1/16 King Tiger correction kits.

1:16th Assorted Box Set Contains 3x Microphone boxes, 2x Kasten communications boxes, 2x MG-Zubehör boxes and 2x MG Werkzeug boxes.

1:16th King Tiger Corrected Breech Block

1:16th Trumpeter King Tiger Corrected TZF-9d Gunner’s Sight with Mounting bracket and SF-14z Scissors Periscope.

1:16th Trumpeter King Tiger Corrected Hull Ammunition Racks
This set supplies a corrected set of ‘nose’ and ‘tail’ hull ammunition racks. These will carry the correct number of shells and the accurate spacing will allow the turret to traverse.

1:16th Scale German Ammunition Pouches
each set contains 32 pouches

1:16th Clear green tinted periscopes

Atak ZM1601

Atak: Zimmerit “KING TIGER” Henschel Turret  set for  Trumpeter 1/16 Kit.

NWM 9004

New World Miniatures: The Desert Fox, 1/9th scale resin Bust – Sculpted and Painted by Randy Myers

Tamiya 25104

New 1/25 Limited edition of a Russian SU-100 Scale kit soon from Tamiya:

In 1943, the Russian SU-76 self-propelled gun was no longer effective to battle the new German tanks. During the end of 1943, the SU-85 was developed to replace the SU-76 self-propelled gun. The SY-85 was based off of the T-34 hull and armed with a 85mm gun. However, due to the thickness of the armor, demand grew for a more powerful tank. The SU-85 was modified in 1944. It was outfitted with a 100mm gun and renamed the SU-100.

The 100mm did not have the same piercing power as the German 75mm or British 17pdr guns, but it was heavier than the 75mm and allowed the Russian army to easily destroy the German tanks. The turret-less design also was an advantage because labor and construction costs were 20% less. In contrast, the turret-less design left the SU-100 weak in narrow or sloped terrain. As a result, the SU-100 was used as fire support for infantry and anti-tank combat. The SU-100 remained in service until the 1970s.

Specs & Features
# Limited edition 1/25 scale plastic assembly kit.
# New parts to depict wooden logs have been especially included for this re-release.
# Moveable torsion bar suspension features same construction as seen on the actual tank.
# Each hatch can be open and closed.
# Realistic link-type assembly tracks included.

Model Cellar MC25007

Model Cellar: Wehrmacht Panzer II Commander sculpted and painted by Gunnar Lindfors. 1/24 scale ideal for the TASCA‘s Pz.II kit.

1/24 Pz.Kpfw.II Ausf.F

Tasca has recently released a North African version of their  1/24 scale Pz.Kpfw.II Ausf.F.

Modifications include bigger storage bin, Jerry can holders and extra track.
Options for modified layout of equipment due to local repair.
Decals for “R05” and “R06” of 10th Panzer Division 7th Panzer Regiment on North Africa Front. Also includes decals for an unknown unit.
The layout of equipment differs with each decal option.
The “R06” option at time of capture offers possibility of a different of a leaf spring appearance.
Te increased storage bin is included with new clasp cover reproduced with laser cut paper.

Individual track links connected by metal pins give a realistic look.and feel, along with ease of assembly.
Clamps used for the OVM (On Vehicle Materials) in 1/35 scale are lacking in detail, so an accurate representation is really only possible in this larger scale.
The leaf spring suspension has been faithfully reproduced with each spring comprised of 6 parts.
Adjusting the track tension is possible by turning the idler wheel.
The fender’s unique brace pattern surface texture has been accurately reproduced as on the real vehicle.
Accurately reproduced rear section includes separate open outlet grille, deflector, and exhaust pipe.
Separate top and bottom parts for the armored driver’s visor shutter provides the option of setting the aperture.
Transparent parts are provided for the turret periscope and the light lens. Separate parts for the signal port on the commander’s hatch are provided to pose it either open or closed.
Photo-etched metal parts are provided for clamps, the exhaust pipe cover, and the tool box.
Model kit does not include a figure.

1/24 Pz.Kpfw.II Ausf.F

Tasca: 1/24 Pz.Kpfw.II Ausf.F

Germany was prohibited by the Versailles treaty to pursue tank development. They were an urgent necessity for Germany when they started rearmament the result was the Panzer II which was not sufficient for an encounter but was good for training.

The Panzer II was considered too light and had a crew of only three. It was planned the Panzer III and IV to be the main force but there were insufficient numbers at the opening of hostilities of the Second World War. So it was decided the Panzer II to join the blitzkrieg When the German Invasion of Russia started in 1941, the main tanks of the German Army were the Panzer III and IV, as the Panzer II was considered too small.

It armament was sufficient for soft targets and was valued at the front for communications and reconnaissance. Production of the Panzer II ended in 1940, but due to a chronic tank shortage production was resumed in 1941 with the Ausf. F., an improved version of the Ausf. C. The Ausf. F had strengthened armor on the front and had more simple silhouette than the Ausf. C.

Production of the Ausf. F ended in December 1942 after building 524 tanks. It became valued at the front in the middle term of the war.

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USMC Hue. Vietnam 1968 (YM1817)

Young Miniatures: USMC Hue. Vietnam 1968



A 1/10 sale resin figure of a Vietnam soldier. This 200gr kit is build up by 16 pieces.



Sculpted by Young B Song and painted by Sang Eon Lee.



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