Airfix - 2013
Airfix - 2013
Airfix - 2013
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Cha s t i s e
On the night of 16/17th May 1943, a specially
formed squadron (617) conducted a daring
and audacious strategic raid on German
dams serving the industrial Ruhr valley.
Codenamed Operation Chastise the raid involved flying
19 specially modified Avro Lancaster bombers at low
level across hostile territory to deliver their payloads of
unique bouncing bombs that in theory, skipped across
the dam waters, and would explode at a set depth to
create such force as to breech the dams...
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16th 21:28 17th 00:09
May May
On the 16th of May at 21:28 hours, All 19 Lancasters were in
1943 aircraft of No. 2 flight, took off from
1943 the air, with the first of No.1
RAF Scampton followed at 21:39 flight crossing the Dutch
hours by No. 1 flight. coast at 00:09 hours.
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Dambusters Special Feature 3
Wing Commander
Guy Gibson
VC, DSO & Bar, DFC & Bar
Roy Chadwick CBE 1918-1944
1893-1947 Gibson flew only the Dambusters raid
He was considered as one of the with 617 Squadron despite them flying
Sir Barnes Wallis worlds greatest designers with aircraft more precision bombing missions
such as the AVRO; 504 Baby, Anson, after. The success of the Dambusters
1889-1979
When war broke out in 1939, Wallis Lancaster, Lincoln, Tudor, York, eclipsed Gibson’s previous outstanding
Shackledon and later the AVRO 698 record and gave him a place in history.
turned his attention to what he could do
which became known as the Vulcan He was awarded the Victoria Cross;
for Britain in defeating the axis powers.
which had revolutionary delta wing the highest and most prestigious award
Both Vickers and the air ministry were
design (used in Concorde) and was a for gallantry in the face of the enemy.
anxious that Wallis continue his work on
front line aircraft for the RAF for over He was now the most highly decorated
aeroplane development. However he
30 years. pilot in the RAF and a national hero.
spent much of his spare time pursuing
ideas which lead to Upkeep (bouncing
bomb) and later Tallboy and Grandslam.
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1:72
1:7
1: 72
1:72 Code: A55100
Supermarine Spitfire MkIa
Probably the best known fighter aircraft ever, and arguably the best
looking too, with its sleek lines and elliptical wings, the Spitfire will
be forever remembered for its role in the Battle of Britain.
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:400 Code: A55113
Das Boot U-Boat Type VIIC
It is 1942 and the German submarine fleet is heavily engaged in
the so called “Battle of the Atlantic” to harass and destroy English
shipping. With better escorts of the Destroyer Class, however,
German U-Boats have begun to take heavy losses. “Das Boot” is
the story of one such U-Boat and its crew.
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Code: A55103
Cutty Sark
The famous tea clipper is available
here in miniature form to make a great
start to tall ship modelling. To see the
real thing go to Greenwich, London
where it re-opened in 2012.
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Code: A55104
HMS Victory
Probably the most famous warship
ever, HMS Victory is still to be seen
in Portsmouth Dockyard. This
great miniature model is a fun way
to start modelling.
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For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
Aircraft
Medium Starter Sets.
These contain more iconic aircraft,
but this range’s models are little more
challenging to build with more parts.
1:7
1:
11:72
:72
72 Code: A55203
A-4B
Douglas A 4 Skyhawk
The Douglas A-4 Skyhawk is a carrier-capable ground-attack
aircraft designed for the United States Navy and United States
Marine Corps. Skyhawks were the Navy’s primary light bomber
used over North Vietnam during the early years of the Vietnam War.
1 A4B Skyhawk VA-95 Green Lizards USS Intrepid
finish off Vietnam May 1966
option
1 80 Squadron
finish RAF Amriya Egypt
option early 1940
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1:72 scale
The UK ordered 176 T1s.
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
Potential display pilots must have at least 3 years operational flying
experience before being considered for the team. Shortlisted pilots
participate in an intensive selection week each April before the
successful candidates are announced in May. It takes a further
12 months of focused training before the new pilots undertake
a live Red Arrows display.
1:72 Code: A55105
Red Arrows Gnat
starterSET
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options
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For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
Aircraft
dogfighting,
these boxed
sets make the
perfect gift for A display stand
both beginners is included with
all the models
and the more on this page.
experienced
modellers.
1:48 Code: A50014 1:72 Code: A50127
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2 Bf110 C-2 6 Staffel, I/Zestoregeschwader 76, Northern France 1940 2 A-4P Argentine Air Force Grupo 5 1982
model model
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Spitfire 1 – 610 Squadron, no13 Group, RAF Biggin Hill, July 1940 899 Naval Air Squadron HMS Hermes
Air Group Falklands 1982
“The Spitfire had the edge over the 109 in speed and climb, and As the Allies forced their way across Western Europe in 1944 getting
particularly in turning circle. He went on pulling round as sharply as he ever closer to Germany itself, the defending forces of the Luftwaffe
could. I followed him without any difficulty and went on firing bursts at put up fierce resistance using such fighters as the Focke Wulf
him. There were puffs of black smoke and then a trail of white vapour Fw190A-8. These often came in contact with the formidable Hawker
streamed from his aircraft” This actual quote from a Battle of Britain Typhoon, who were undertaking ground attacks.
pilot tells of the dogfights between these two fighters in 1940.
2 Spitfire 1A – 609 Squadron F/Lt. Dundas October 1940 2 247 squadron RAF December 1944
model model
options options
109E4 – JG2 Helmut Wick October 1940 JG26 Lille-Nord June 1944
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
Cars
Starter Sets.
From 1960’s classics to modern
high-performance cars these sets
make brilliant models for the slightly
more experienced.
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1:32 scale
1:32 Code: A55200
Jaguar “E” Type
The E-Type was one of the icons of the 1960’s decade. It’s shape,
sound and sheer power suited the swinging 60’s perfectly, and
was seen to be the dream car desired by everyone. 2011 marked
the 50th anniversary.
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For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:32 Code: A50111
Aston M
Martin
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Jaguar XKR GT3 Twin Pack
A special twin pack containing these superb high-performance
racing cars in their spectacular liveries. They’re fully detailed
inside as well, so a pair of great models are ready to be displayed
side-by-side.
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The King Tiger (Tiger II) was a 68 ton monster appearing on the
battlefield in 1944. Had the numbers supplied been larger and
the fuel to run them been available then the war may have gone
on longer than it did.
medium
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:72/1:76
1:76 Code: A50015
RA
RAF
AF BBattle
attle ooff
Britain Airfield Set
The image of the RAF pilot scrambling for
another mission in the summer of 1940
can be modelled into a superb scene with
this collection containing a Spitfire, two
refuelling vehicles, RAF personnel, airfield
base and paints, brushes and adhesive.
RAF Personnel
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gift sets
1:72 1:76 scale
1:76 Code: A50009
Battlefront
Depicting a scene that is typical of the
many meetings of opposing forces in the
battles of Northern Europe in 1944, this
set contains a Sherman and Tiger Tank,
British Paratroops and German Infantry, a
Forward Command Post and base to set
everything out on.
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
The 1:24 scale BBMF
Spitfire and the 1:72
scale BBMF Collection
are exclusive to Airfix.
Spitfire MkVb
Jan Zumbach, a Polish national, flew in the
RAF in the Battle of Britain and eventually
in May 1942 was promoted to Squadron
Leader of 303 Sqn. During this period,
Zumbach flew three Supermarine Spitfire
VBs. All these aircraft carried the same
code, RF-D They also displayed a cartoon
of Donald Duck on the port side of the
fuselage. Zumbach’s victory tally was
marked with German crosses under the
cockpit on the port side; confirmed kills
were outlined in white, probable kills in
red, and damaged aircraft with no outline.
This model represents one of his aircraft.
This large scale kit also contains the
new electric motor for a spinning
propeller option
1 Ldr. Jan Zumbach, No. 303
model (Polish) Fighter Sqn, Royal Air
option Force, UK, 1942
BBMF Collection
Seen all over the UK every summer and in
many parts of Europe too, the iconic trio
of the Lancaster, Spitfire and Hurricane
signifies the skill and sacrifices made by
the air and groundcrews of the RAF during
WWII. All three aircraft can be displayed in
flight on the stand supplied.
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50 pence from the sale of this product will be donated to the RAF Benevolent Fund.
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Find out more about the brilliant work that the RAFBF do by going to: www.rafbf.org plus see how
the Airfix fund raising is going by visiting www.airfix.com/rafbf
50 pence from the sale of this product will be donated to the RAF Benevolent Fund.
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:72 Code: A50097
Avro Vulcan
XH558 was the last Vulcan to leave RAF
service, flying on from 1986 to 1993 as the
single RAF Display Vulcan. Her final flight
was on 23rd March 1993 to Bruntingthorpe.
In 1997, a small team headed by Dr Robert
Pleming started to put together a plan to
return her to flight. After 14 years Vulcan
XH558 roared into the air again.
£1 from the sale of this product will be donated
to the ‘Vulcan To The Sky Trust’
1 Vulcan XH558
model
option
Channel Dash
Just six Swordfish and ten Spitfires flew
to attack the three German capital ships;
Scharnhorst, Gneisenau and Prinz Eugen
making a dash up the English Channel
in February 1942. This heroic attack was
doomed to failure and all the Swordfish were
shot down, with only 5 crew surviving.
Lt. Cmdr. Esmonde won a posthumous V.C.
RMS Titanic
RMS Titanic was an Olympic-class passenger
liner owned by the White Star Line and built
at the Harland and Wolff shipyard in Belfast,
Northern Ireland. On the night of 14 April
1912, during her maiden voyage, Titanic
hit an iceberg, and sank two hours and
forty minutes later, early on 15 April 1912,
with the loss of 1,514 lives. At the time of
her launching in 1912, she was the largest
passenger steamship in the world.
London Icons
These three uniformed figures conjure up
just what not only London represents, but
also the whole of Great Britain. Following
the excitement of both the London 2012
Olympics and the Queens’ Diamond Jubilee
the same year, these are a fantastic way to
remember what was an unforgettable year
for the country. Just like the rest of the range,
they’re just great fun and extremely rewarding
to build and paint!
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themed collection
Wasa Cutty Sark
The Wasa (Vasa) The Cutty Sark was
sank within one one of the fastest
nautical mile of the ships of her type
start of her maiden on the famous Tea
voyage in 1628 Routes between
before she even India and London.
left the Stockholm Even in the 21st
archipelago. She century over 90
was raised in percent of all
1961 and is on imports to the UK
permanent display come by sea.
in the city.
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model model
option 1577-1580 option 1765-1805
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
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military aircraft
Q Preventing Conflict
Q Providing Security at Sea
Q Promoting Partnerships
Q Providing Humanitarian Assistance
Q Protecting our Economy
1:72 scale
Q Ready to Fight/Defend
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
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Code: A50070
1:600
HMS Ark Royal
Arguably the best known name throughout the Royal Navy’s history, this is the
‘Ark’ that served with great distinction during WWII. Included is a display board
giving the history, technical details and images of the real ship.
HMS Illustrious
Illustrious is an impressive 209m
09m long, with a beam of 36m and
nness. She has 1400 compartments
a displacement of 22,000 tonnes.
and 15 lifts, and she is powered
red by four Olympus gas turbines
(a marinised version of Concorde’se’s jet engines), giving her a top
orde
speed in excess of 30 knots and d has a full complement of over 1000
people when squadrons embark barkk with aircraft. This collection comes
with extra information supplied
ed exclusively
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Code: A50132
1:600 military
1:72 scale
1:350 Navy
aircraft
scale Royal
1:350
HMS
HM
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Daring
aring Type 45 Destroyer
HMS Daring, the Type 45 air defence destroyer was the first of the Type 45s to fly the white ensign since she was formally accepted by
the Royal Navy on 10th December 2008
2008. The Type 45 represents a significant increase in the air defence capability of the Royal Navy in
comparison to the class she and her sister-ships are replacing. She is also used in a variety of other roles.
Model options are HMS Daring, HMS Dauntless, HMS Diamond, HMS Drago
on, HMS Defender, HMS Duncan
Dragon,
1:350
scale
603mm
length Super detailed flight deck
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120 © UK MOD Crown Copyright 2011
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Code: A50010
1:24
Sea Harrier FRS1
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Royal Navy
One task of the Fleet Air Arm is to provide Search
and Rescue cover to large sections of the United
Kingdom coastline, 24 hours a day and 365 days
a year. Royal Navy helicopters are constantly
available to flyy daring
g and life saving
g missions.
The BAe Sea Harrier FRS1 was a navalised fighter version of the original Royal
Air Force’s Hawker Siddeley Harrier GR3. The alterations notably included
marine environment protection and Ferranti Blue Fox radar. The extensive use
of the BAe Sea Harrier FRS1 in the Falklands War of 1982 resulted in the loss
of 20 Argentine aircraft compared to none for the Royal Navy’s Sea Harriers.
This Sea Harrier is from 899 NAS operating from HMS Hermes on “Operation
Corporate” in the South Atlantic, April-July 1982.
1:24
scale
604mm
length
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120 © UK MOD Crown Copyright 2011
Operation HERRICK is the code name under
which all British operations in the war in
Afghanistan have been conducted since
2002. It consists of the British contribution
to the NATO-led International Security
Assistance Force (ISAF) and support to the
US-led Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF).
Airfix now offer you the chance to build some
amazing models from this operation.
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These four gift sets enable you to create some brilliant
dioramas of the British Forces in action in Afghanistan.
Different combinations have been provided to suit many
sizes and types, plus they can be combined together too
1:48 Code: A50123
British Forces –
Patrol and Support Group
Featuring a Westland Lynx AH-7, WMIK
Land Rover and eight Patrol Troops, this
terrific set enables a brilliant diorama to
be built. Working with air and land-based
support during operations gives the troops
on the ground the best combination of fast
and effective offence and defence, and the
wonderful models here, with opening doors
and hatches; detailed interiors and superbly
sculpted troops really bring Operation
Herrick to life.
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option Land Rover, Paints, Glue and Brushes
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1 SetOption
includes; 8 Figures, Land Rover, Paints, Glue and Brushes
finish Copy
option
options
1 SetJaguar XKRGT3
includes; APEXArmy
8 Figures, Racing
Lynx AH-7, Paints, Glue and Brushes
finish
options
option
1 Jaguar
British XKRGT3
Forces, APEX Racing
Afghanistan 2011
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option
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:48 Code: A03701
British Army Troops
UK troops are in Afghanistan as part of the NATO International
Security Assistance Force (ISAF). Whether they arrive by armoured
vehicle or boat, British soldiers are trained to operate anywhere in
the world and are supported by state-of -the-art body armour and
personal load carrying equipment.
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1 British Army Afghanistan
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For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:48 Code: A07300
BAE Warrior
The Warrior (WR) family of 7
variants of armoured vehicles
entered service in 1988 and have
proved a resounding success for
Armoured Infantry (AI) battlegroups
(BG) in the Gulf War, Bosnia and
Kosovo and Iraq. They provide
excellent mobility, lethality and
survivability for the Infantry and
have enabled key elements from
the Royal Artillery (RA) and Royal
Electrical and Mechanical Engineers
(REME) to operate effectively within
the Battlegroup.
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For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
2013 sees another great year for
some fantastic aircraft releases to
suit modellers of many genres, eras
and scales. The following pages will
bring smiles to many faces!
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Curtiss P-40B Tomahawk
Flying the P-40B from late 1941 the Flying Tigers, known officially
as the 1st American Volunteer Group, were a unit of the Republic of
China Air Force. This aircraft is part of the Fighter Collection based
at IWM Duxford and is displayed at the Flying Legends show, for
more information please visit www.fighter-collection.com
military aircraft
1:72 scale
Canopy can be posed open
Detailed and accurate wheel well
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:72 Code: A02016
Mitsubishi
KI-46-II “DINAH”
One of the best reconnaissance aircraft
of World War II the Allied code named
‘Dinah’ combined high speed with long
range and was able to cover the entire
Pacific theatre of operations with little
opposition. They became vulnerable to
Allied fighters towards the end of the war.
military aircraft
Open or closed canopy
1:72 scale
Moveable propeller
Fine surface detail
Undercarriage up or down
1:72 Code: A02041
Hawker Typhoon
By 1943 the RAF needed a dedicated ground attack fighter more
than a “pure” fighter, and the Typhoon was suited to the role. The
powerful engine allowed the aircraft to carry a load of up to two
1,000 lb (454 kg) bombs, From September 1943 Typhoons could
also be armed with four “60 lb” RP-3 rockets under each wing.
2 Sqn Leader Basil Gerald “Stapme” Stapleton DFC, No. 247 Squadron,
No.124 Wing, 2nd Tactical Air Force, Royal Air Force 1944
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options Flt Officer A H Fraser, No.439 (Westmount) Squadron, No.143 Wing (Royal
Canadian Air Force), 2nd Tactical Air Force, Royal Air Force 1945
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:72 Code: A02029
Messerschmitt Bf109G-6
Over 12,000 of the ‘Gustav’ G-6 were built from 1943 to
1944 and were armed with two formidable 13mm machine
guns, enabling the top Luftwaffe aces to record in some cases
hundreds of ‘kills’.
3 No.34 Squadron, Royal Air Force South East Asia Command, Palel airfield,
Imphal, India, Nov 1943/April 1944
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options ‘Nicki’, No.835 Naval Air Squadron, HMS Nairana, 1944
Sqn Leader ‘Danny’ Le Roy Du Vivier DFC, No.43 Squadron, Royal Air
52 Force, Tangmere Wing ‘Operation Jubiliee’, 19th August 1942
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Authentic fabric detail
Innovative assembly process
1:72 scale
Open canopy option
Rigging diagram included
Detailed cockpit
1:72 Code: A02052
Gloster Gladiator
The Gloster Gladiator was developed from the Gloster Gauntlet as a
private venture, and represented both the peak and the end of biplane
fighter. In many air arms it smoothed the transition to monoplane
fighters, and in confronting aircraft of its own era it performed well.
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
Fine surface detail
Two colourful decal schemes to choose
Detailed interior
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military aircraft
1:72 scale
Canopy can be posed open
Ddetailed and accurate wheel well
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Focke Wulf Fw190A
Following the need to counter tank attacks on the ground, new
armour was added to the bottom of the fuselage of this version
of the A-8, protecting the fuel tanks and pilot, the engine cowling,
the landing gear mechanisms and outer wing mounted armament.
Also it was fitted with a centreline mounted bomb rack and up to
a 250kg bomb under each wing.
2 F8 – Schactgeschwader 2 Hungary 1945
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For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:72 Code: A03007
Junkers Ju88
The Battle of Britain proved very costly with losses over Britain
in 1940 amounting to 313 machines. It was during the closing
days of the Battle that the flagship Ju 88 A-4 went into service.
Although slower than the A-1, nearly all of the troubles of the A-1
were gone, and finally the Ju 88 matured into a superb warplane.
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military aircraft
The Tucano T1 is a modified version of the Brazilian Embraer EMB-
312 Tucano aircraft, and is built under licence by Shorts of Belfast.
The Tucano is operated primarily from No 1 Flying Training School
1:72 scale
2 2 Escuadrilla De Caza Y Ataque, 3 Escuadra Aeronaval, Comanda
Aviacion Naval Argentina, Commandante Espora Air Base, 1982
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No.17 Flotille Aeronavale, 1989
2 F-86F - ‘The Huff’, flown by Lt. Jim Thompson, 39th Fighter Intercepto
Sqn, K-13 (Suwon AB), South Korea, June 1953
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options F-86E(M) - 4th Stormo, Aviazone Militaire Italiana, Grosseto, Italy 1958
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:72 Code: A03085
BAE Hawk T1a/Mk51
The tandem two-seater Hawk T1 was the original version of the
Hawk used by the RAF, replacing the Gnat in the fast jet training
role. Deliveries commenced in November 1976. The UK ordered
176 T1s. Finnish Air Force display team The Midnight Hawks have
become a familiar sight to the Finnish airshow audience.
military aircraft
Finely recessed surface detail
Canopy can be positioned open or closed
Various different armament options
Positionable flaps.
Optional refuelling probe.
1:72 scale
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
The Harrier
story has
lasted for
nearly
5 decades…
2 1 Squadron RAF
finish
options 4 Squadron RAF
military aircraft
1:72
1:72 scale
Code: A04051
BAe Sea Harrier FRS1
This version of the Sea Harrier is best known for it’s successful
campaign in the war of 1982 in the South Atlantic, where it
suffered no air-to-air losses against the Argentinian forces.
Operating from HMS Hermes and HMS Invincible they became
the symbol of the Task Force for many.
3 No. 899 Naval Air Squadron, HMS Hermes Air Group, ‘Operation
Corporate’, South Atlantic, May/June 1982
finish
options
700A, Fleet Air Arm, RNAS Yeovilton, Somerset, UK, August 1979
3 No. 800 Naval Air Squadron, Fleet Air Arm, HMS Ark Royal, 2004
finish
options
No. 801 Naval Air Squadron, Fleet Air Arm, RNAS Yeovilton, 2005
No. 899 Naval Air Squadron, Fleet Air Arm, RNAS Yeovilton, 2005
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:72 Code: A04053
Fairey Swordfish Mk1
The Fairey Swordfish, the legendary ‘Stringbag’, was a Torpedo,
Spotter, Reconnaissance biplane bomber which went into service
with the Fleet Air Arm pre-war in 1936. Initially, Swordfish operated
from the large fleet carriers. Later Swordfish operated from escort
carriers, and were very effective against U-boats.
military aircraft
The Short Sunderland was one of the finest flying-boats ever
built and it served with the Royal Air Force Coastal Command
for 21 years. Developed from the Empire class flying boats,
the Short Sunderland was first used by the RAF in 1938 and
it gave outstanding service throughout WWII. Flying maritime
reconnaissance, convoy escort and anti-submarine missions
over the Atlantic and Indian Oceans, the North Sea and the
Mediterranean. It had an endurance in excess of 13 hours.
1:72 scale
Force before the November 1918 Armistice, serving with seven
squadrons as the standard British heavy bomber. On the night of
14-15 September 1918, forty 0/400s attacked targets in the Saar
region of Germany. It could carry the 748kg (1,650lb) bomb, the
heaviest used by British services during the First World War.
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
Complete Bristol Hercules engines
with detailed exhausts
p
Optional pp flaps
dropped p
Ventral turret and fairing included
O ti
Optional
l retracted
t t d undercarriage
d i
Fully detailed interior
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military aircraft
1:72 scale
1:72 Code: A08001
Avro Lancaster B
Due to shortage of Rolls-Royce Merlin engines, some 300
Lancasters were built with Bristol Hercules radial engines, becoming
the BII Variant. Some were also fitted with enlarged bomb-bay
doors to enable large 8000lb bombs to be carried, as well as a
ventral defensive turret.
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
The Vickers-Armstrong Valiant was
a British four-jet bomber, once part
of the Royal Air Force’s V bomber
force. As the Valiant was an entirely
new class of aircraft for the RAF, 232
Operational Conversion Unit was
established at RAF Gaydon.
1:72 Code: A11001
Vickers Valiant B.Mk1
A Valiant B.1 (WZ366) of No 49 Squadron (captained by
Squadron Leader E.J.G. Flavell AFC) was the first RAF aircraft
to drop a British operational atomic bomb when it test dropped
a down-rated Blue Danube weapon in South Australia in 1956.
military aircraft
1:48 1:72 scale
1:48 Code: A04102
Hawker Hurricane MkI
eight-gun
The Hawker Hurricane was Britain’s first eightt-gun
u fighter and by
July 1940 outnumbered the illustrious Spitfire
e by tw
two
o to one in the
operational
Battle of Britain. The Hawker Hurricane was the first op
o erational
RAF aircraft capable of a top speed in excess of 300 mph. It was
a robust, manoeuvrable, eight gun aircraft capable of sustaining
fearsome combat damage before write-off.
2 No 85 (F) Squadron
Squadron. RAF
RAF, Advanced Air Striking Force
Force, France
France, 1940
finish
options No.32 (F) Squadron. RAF Biggin Hill and Hawkinge, July 1940
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
The Mk XIX was the last and
most successful photographic
reconnaissance variant of the Spitfire.
It combined features of the Mk XI
with the Griffon engine of the Mk XIV.
2 Copy to follow
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Copy to follow
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military aircraft
The FRS-1 (‘Fighter, Reconnaissance, Strike’) served in the Falklands
War with great distinction. It mainly operated from aircraft carriers
positioned within the conflict zone. The Sea Harriers shot down 20
enemy aircraft during the conflict with one loss to enemy ground fire.
They were also used to launch ground attacks in the same manner.
2 No.899 Naval Air Squadron HMS Hermes Air Group Falklands 1982
finish Sea Harrier FRS.51 Indian Naval Air Squadron 300, “The White Tigers”,
options
INS Vikrant, Indian Navy, 1983.
1:48 scale
2 GR3. XV778 No.1 Squadron, HMS Hermes Air Group, “Operation
Corporate”, South Atlantic, May/June 1982.
finish
options Harrier GR.3, No.233 Operational Conversion Unit,
Royal Air Force Wittering, England, 1976.
MkIIa, No 118 Sqn, ‘A’ Flight, RAF Ivesley, UK, May 1941
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:48 Code: A06102
Supermarine Seafire MkXVIIc
The Mk XVII was improved from earlier variants by reinforced
main undercarriage. This went some way towards taming the
deck behaviour of the Mk XV.
2 FR47 – No.800 Naval Air Sqn Fleet Air Arm, HMS Triumph,
Korean War Theatre, June 1950
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options
FR46 – No.1832 Naval Air Sqn, Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve,
Fleet Air Arm, RNAS Culham, UK, 1947
G-CVIX, 2010
military aircraft
First injection moulded 1:48
Gloster Javelin to be produced
D
Detailed crew access ladder
O
Optional open or closed canopy
P
Poseable elevators, ailerons, rudder,
fl
flaps and airbrakes
Removable intake and jet pipe covers
Optional detailed armament and
fuel tanks
1:48 Code: A12007
1:48 scale
Gloster Javelin
The Gloster Javelin was an “all-weather” interceptor aircraft that
served with Britain’s Royal Air Force in the late 1950s and most of
the 1960s. It was a T-tailed delta-wing aircraft designed for night
all-weather
and all weather operations and was the last aircraft to bear the
Gloster name.
XH903 3 Squa
Squadron
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For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
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2 5th Fighter Squadron, 52nd Fighter Group, USAAF, North Africa, 1943.
finish
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military aircraft
P-51D Mustang™
The Mustang used by the US Army Air Forces during WWII
possessed excellent range and manoeuvrability, the P-51
operated as a long-range escort fighter and a ground attack
fighter bomber.
2 “Big Beautiful Doll”, 78th Fighter Group, 8th USAAF, Duxford, 1945
finish
options No 442 Squadron, RCAF, Digby, 1945
1:24 scale
2 No 87 Squadron, Exeter, Flown by Flt Lt I R Gleed, 1940, (LK-A)
finish
options No 85 Squadron, Flown by Sqn Ldr Peter Townsend, 1940, (VY-G)
2 Mk.IV Mustang “Edmonton Special”, 442 Squadron RCAF, No. 144 Wing,
2nd Tactical Air Force, Hunsdon, England, May 1945
finish
options RF-51D Mustang, 45th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron,
USAF, Kimpo Airfield, Korea, 1951
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:72 Code: A01013A
Comet Racer Green
The de Havilland DH.88 Comet was a twin-engined British
aircraft that won the 1934 MacRobertson Air Race. It set many
aviation records during the race and afterwards as a pioneer
mail plane. G-ACSR came 4th in the race and the pilots
Cathcart Jones and Waller went on to record a return time
of 13½ days set a new record.
1 G-ACSR 1934
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option
5 Up Stand 2 Up Stand
This aircraft display stand Seen in all our Dogfight
allows five models to Double gift sets, this
be displayed in a flight stand allows two aircraft
configuration. All five arms to be displayed in a flight
are detachable to allow formation. The stand is
up to five aircraft to be supplied with two arms
displayed at any one time. and can display two 1:72
Designed for 1:72 scaled scaled aircraft and one 1:48
aircraft and some 1:48 scaled aircraft.
depending on size and
positioning of the arms.
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
From historic to modern, the
range of ships on the following
pages suits every taste…
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1:350 Code: A12203
HMS Daring Type 45 Destroyer
The Royal Navy’s new destroyer, the Type 45 has the most
distinctive design. Her sleekly designed straight edges and
superstructure free from clutter is designed to give the ship a low
radar cross section – commonly called stealth features. This is
reported to give her a radar signal no larger than a fishing boat.
1
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1 1920-1941
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warships
One of Royal Navy’s most famous ships of the Twentieth Century,
HMS Warspite served with distinction in both wars. At the Battle
of Jutland in 1916, Warspite was hit 13 times, and after extensive
modernisation served with great distinction in the Mediterranean and
off the coast of France during the landings of 1944.
1 1912-1946
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1 1939-1963
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1 1940-1946
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1 1940-1957
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option
1 1916-1941
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option
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:72 Code: A05280
Vosper Motor Torpedo Boat
MTBs were designed for high speed, operating at night, low
speed ambush (to keep noise low and to produce no wake) and
manoeuvrability on the water; this was to enable them to get close
enough to launch their torpedoes at enemy vessels. With next to
no armour, the boats relied upon surprise and their agility at high
speed to avoid being hit by gunfire from bigger ships.
1
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1:1200
Code: A50120
6 HMS Hood The Sinking of the Bismarck – Waterline Series
Models
Bismarck The six waterline 1:1200 scale models in this set represent the main ships in this
action, and are a must for any warship modeller, collector or historian of any age.
HMS Ark Royal Bismarck and the heavy cruiser Prinz Eugen left Gotenhafen on the morning of 19 May 1941 for
Operation Rheinübung, during which she was to have attempted to intercept and destroy convoys
Prinz Eugan in transit between North America and Great Britain. When Bismarck and Prinz Eugen attempted
to break out into the Atlantic, the two ships were discovered by the Royal Navy. During the short
HMS Suffolk engagement in the Denmark Strait, the British battlecruiser HMS Hood was sunk. Two days later
Fleet Air Arm Swordfish biplanes from the carrier HMS Ark Royal torpedoed the ship and jammed
80 HMS Cossack her rudder. In the ensuing two hours battle Bismarck was sunk.
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Ordered by the Navy Board on 6 June 1759 during the Seven The Cutty Sark, built in Dumbarton is the best known of all the
Years’ war she was completed on 7 May 1765. HMS Victory is clippers and in her hey-day was the fastest of them all. She could
the only surviving warship that fought in the American War of carry 32,000 square feet of sail giving her a maximum speed of
Independence, the French Revolutionary War and the Napoleonic over 17 knots. Employed in the tea trade, she was used to speed
wars. In the latter she served as Lord Nelson’s flagship at the the new seasons crop from China to London.
decisive Battle of Trafalgar in 1805.
1 1765-1922
1 1869-1895
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For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
The range continues to appear
with new imagery during 2013,
and some classic 1:32 scale
subjects make a welcome return.
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1:76 Code: A01315
WWI
‘Male’ Tank
The MkI was the first tracked
armoured fighting vehicle to go
into production and first saw action
at the battle of Flers-Courcelette
in September 1916. The ‘Male’
mounted two 6-pdr naval guns
and four machine guns.
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option
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military vehicles
Developed initially to counter the Soviets T-34 the Panther was
sent to frontline units in the spring of 1943, and first saw major
combat at Kursk. With the correction of the production-related
mechanical difficulties, the Panther became highly popular with
German tankers and a fearsome weapon on the battlefield.
1
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option
1:76 scale
named the M4 (MkI) after General William Tecumseh Sherman.
2 M4 Sherman MkI
finish
options
MkII No 4 Troop A Squadron County of London Yeomanry 4th
Armoured Brigade 1st Corp
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option
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:76 Code: A01307
Joseph Stalin Tank JS3
The heavy tank named after the infamous Soviet leader, was
designed with thick armour to counter the German 88mm guns,
the main gun was capable of defeating the German Tiger and
Panther tanks. It was mainly a breakthrough tank, firing heavy
high-explosive shells against entrenchments and bunkers.
military vehicles
The T-34 was arguably by far the best tank design in WWII. In
addition to having an excellent combination of firepower, armour,
mobility and shape, its superb technical design emphasised
simplicity and durability making it possible to mass produce it in
large numbers and gave it very high field and combat reliability.
1 T34/85 Tank
finish
option
1 US Army
finish
option
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:76 Code: A02314
Bofors 40mm
Gun and Tractor
Designed in 1930 by the Swedish
Bofors Company, this gun was
adopted by some 18 countries
and became the standard light
anti aircraft weapon for the British
forces. The Morris CS8 15-cwt
4×2 General Service Truck was
15 cwt range of vehicles were
made in large numbers and they
became the backbone of the
British army.
1
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option
1
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option
1
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option
military vehicles
The DUKW (popularly pronounced ‘duck’) is a six-wheel-drive
amphibious truck that was designed for transporting goods and
troops over land and water and for use approaching and crossing
beaches in amphibious attacks. The DUKW was used in landings
in the Mediterranean, Pacific and on the D-Day beaches of
Normandy.
1 Operation Overlord, Arromanches, June 1944
finish
option
1:76 scale
2 Sd.Kfz.222 & Type 82 Kubel Wagen, Africa Korps
finish
options Sd.Kfz.222 & Type 82 Kubel Wagen, Russian Front
1
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option
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:76 Code: A02322
LWB Land Rover (Soft Top)
and Trailer
The long-wheel base Land Rover is used extensively as an
all-purpose cross country vehicle by the British Army
(amongst many others). The soft top version can carry ten
passengers plus the driver.
9th Lancers 2nd Armoured B.G.E. 1st Armoured Division B.E.F. 1940
military vehicles
Cruiser Tank
The Cromwell first saw action in June
1944 as the tank that equipped the
reconnaissance regiments of the Royal
Armoured Corps. The Cromwell crews
in North-West Europe succeeded
in outflanking the heavier and more
sluggish German tanks with superior
speed, manoeuvrability and reliability.
1:76 scale
1:76 Code: A03310
King Tiger
The King Tiger, first saw action on the
Eastern Front in May 1944, its first action
on the Western Front was in August
1944. Weighing in at 68 tons with a
690 bhp engine, the King Tiger was
formidable. However, It used a lot of fuel
which the Germans were finding very
difficult to produce due to Allied bombing
of fuel plants.
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:32 Code: A05360
Monty’s Humber
Snipe Staff Car
General Montgomery famously
travelled in his Humber Snipe 4 x 2
Four-Seat Open Tourer, both in the
North African campaigns and also
those of Western Europe after the
D-Day landings. This kit comes with
the famous General dressed in his
well known battledress and beret,
along with his dedicated driver.
1 Humber Snipe 4 x 2
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option
1:32 scale
perfect prop for adding 1:32 or
1:35 vehicles or figures. Base
not included.
1
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option
1
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option
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
Various different sizes of bombs:
1,000lb, 500lb, 4,000lb and 8,000lb
Detailed incendiary bombs
Detailed trolleys and tractor
Options for Bedford MWD
and MWC trucks
Detailed maintenance towers
Various accessories such as
chocks, bicycle and ladders
Standard Tilly
2 Bedford QL
models
AEC Matador
2 Austin K2 Ambulance
models
Austin K6 Crash tender
1
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option
1
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option
1
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option
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
Ready-made
resin buildings
Fully detailed
damage
Suitable to be
painted with
Humbrol enamels
or acrylics
Glazing included
with selected
buildings
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dioramas
Any junction in any town across Europe would be
fought over during the capture and re-capture in many
a campaign and often private houses were found at
these points.
1:76 scale
1:76 Code: A75004
European Country Cottage Ruin
Small villages and hamlets were defended as
ferociously as anywhere during WWII. This is based
on a Dutch cottage from the period.
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:76 Code: A75007
European Four Storey Shop
As the Allies battled their way into German towns
in 1944 and 1945 many businesses were ruined as
the opposing armies fought ferociously from street
to street.
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dioramas
1943 saw the Allies invading what was then still a
hostile Italy, and this farmhouse is typical of those
found across the south and central parts of the
country. The three stories and steps outside make
for plenty of diorama and gaming opportunities.
1:76 scale
1:76 Code: A75014
Italian Townhouse
During the fierce battles in the narrow streets of many
Italian towns, buildings like this were bombarded by
both sides to try and extract dug-in troops. The layout
of this building makes for some inspiring diorama work.
2.
1.
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Airfix figures are perennial favourites and
cover many eras bringing life to any model
as well as many opportunities for game play.
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1:72 Code: A01720
Robin Hood
Robin Hood, the legendary character from English folklore, was
supposed to have lived in Sherwood Forest, near the city of
Nottingham, with his band of fellow outlaws.
40
figures
42
figures
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figures
Depicting the German Infantry at the beginning of the Great
War this set includes a field officer, two infantry officers, a heavy
machine gun with crew, and riflemen.
40
1:72 scale
figures
48
figures
48
figures
48
figures
16
figures
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:72 Code: A01705
WWII German Infantry
This 48 piece set of perfectly scaled figures and equipment
includes officers, grenade throwers and other key personnel from
the Wehrmacht.
48
figures
48
figures
48
figures
46
figures
48
figures
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figures
This 40 piece set allows the most ambitious action scenes to
be constructed. It includes collapsed parachutes and supply
containers as well as a mortar and crew.
40
figures
1:72 scale
1:72 Code: A01732
WWII British Commandos
Complete with scaling ladders, grapnels and assault canoe,
this exciting set enables really complete amphibious operations
to be modelled.
48
figures
48
figures
48
figures
48
figures
48
figures
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:72 Code: A01757
WWII Italian Infantry
This set includes an officer and infantrymen with a variety of
weapons used by the Italian Army in WWII.
48
figures
48
figures
48
figures
48
figures
48
figures
48
pieces
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1:32 1:72 scale
Actual Size: 56 mm
These figures are
produced in a material
perfect for painting.
Use the painting guides
on the box for the
perfect model.
1:32 Code: A02701
WWII British Paratroops
In December 1940, the British 1st Airborne Division was created
and whose distinctive mark was the maroon beret and a shoulder
patch with Bellerophon astride the winged horse Pegasus.
14
pieces
14
figures
14
pieces
14
pieces
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:32 Code: A02705
WWII British Commandos
The Commandos were first formed by the British Army in June 1940
as well-armed but non-regimental raiders employing unconventional
and irregular tactics to assault, disrupt and reconnoitre the enemy.
14
pieces
14
pieces
14
pieces
14
pieces
14
pieces
14
pieces
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Paratroops were used decisively in the invasion of Norway and the
Netherlands, reaching a peak in the conquering of Crete in 1941
where casualties were deemed to be unacceptably high.
14
pieces
1:32 scale
1:32 Code: A02718
WWII British Infantry
The British Infantry fought with courage and distinction in
many theatres, but the freeing of occupied Europe was it’s
biggest triumph.
14
pieces
14
pieces
14
pieces
17
figures
58
Accessories
29
figures
20
Accessories
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:32 Code: A03410
Jaguar XKRGT3 APEX Racing
For the first time in some years, Jaguar enthusiasts will now be
able to cheer on an officially-backed Jaguar. The XKR GT3 retains
the same supercharged, 4.3 litre quad-cam V8 engine as the road
going car. The rules allow for alterations to some key components
on the basis of durability required for high performance racing.
11 No.009,
Le Mans 2008 AstonAston Martin
Martin DBR9Racing,
Gulf Le Mans, GT1 winner, 2008
finish
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options
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options
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:12 Code: A20440
1930 4.5 Litre Bentley
The Bentley 4.5 Litre was a supercharged variant, also known
as the Blower Bentley. Famous for his statement “there’s no
replacement for displacement”, Walter Owen Bentley upped
the displacement of the Bentley 3 Litre in 1926 to produce the
4.5 Litre. Upon taking control of the company, the “Bentley
Boys” went in search of even more power and developed the
supercharged model in 1929 at Henry Birkin’s racing workshops
in Welwyn Garden City. The total production of the 4.5 Litre
was 720 between 1927 and 1931. Of these, 55 were fitted
with superchargers.
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Angel Interceptor
The five Angel Interceptors operating from Cloudbase are armed with air-to-air and air-to-ground rocket-
launchers, as well as a main machine-gun cannon (firing heat seeker and armour-piercing shells, etc). These
Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) jet-fighter combat craft are powered by twin, turbo-jet compressors
feeding twin Spectra-Fan air ramjets.
Stratos 4 TSR.2MS
In the second millennium the earth has been exposed to the menace of approaching comets. To prevent the
disaster by comet impact, the earth is protected by the TSR.2MS interceptor aircraft from a ground-based
“Meteor Sweeper” group. She is lifted off by ZELL (Zero-length launch) like a surface-to-air missile, flying to
mid-altitude using two jet engines and rockets equipped under the wings. She locks onto a meteorite and
destroys it with a big missile.
This is the story of the Stratos 4 series from Japan – this aircraft based on the TSR.2 with added parts for the
science-fiction TSR.2MS interceptor. The original TSR.2 model can also be built from this kit and it includes
decals for the iconic prototype aircraft from the 1960’s.
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
1:144 Code: A10170
Space
Shuttle
The Space Shuttle
was the first orbital
spacecraft designed
for reuse. It carried
different payloads
to low Earth
orbit, providing
crew rotation for
the International
Space Station
(ISS). The orbiter
could also recover
satellites and other
payloads from
orbit and return
them to Earth.
Five space-worthy
orbiters were
built: Columbia,
Challenger,
Discovery, Atlantis,
and Endeavour.
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The story of the Space Race and the exploration of the Universe
is found in the excellent range of space rockets and vehicles
discovered on these two pages. More accurate than ever these
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space
Vostok 1 Saturn 1B
One of the most The Saturn 1B
successful space served as test-bed
designs ever, the rockets for the
initial flight of the larger and more
1:144 scale
Vostok which powerful Saturn V
carried the first that carried man
human being to the first Moon
into space was landing. Along
launched on April the way towards
12 1961. Vostok 1 developing the
carrying cosmonaut Saturn V, the
Yury A. Gagarin Marshall Centre
made a single orbit also used the
of Earth before Saturn I for two
re-entry. early scientific
efforts. One was
called ‘Project
Highwater.’ The
second was
called ‘Pegasus.’
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Saturn V Apollo
Skylab Saturn V
In May 1973 The Saturn V
Skylab was was the largest
launched using a operational
two-stage Saturn launch vehicle
V, sometimes ever produced.
called a Saturn Standing over 363
INT-21. It was the feet high with its
only launch not Apollo Spacecraft
directly related to payload, it
the Apollo lunar produced over 7.5
landing program. million pounds of
Three crews lived thrust at lift-off. It
aboard Skylab enabled the crew
from May 25, of Apollo 11 and
1973 to subsequent Apollo
February 8, 1974. crews to leave the
pull of the Earth’s
gravity and reach
the Moon.
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finish finish
option option
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
Code: A05870
Beam Engine
The Beam Engine was
widely used in British
Industry in the massive
expansion that was to
become known as the
Industrial Revolution.
These, sometimes huge
engines, were often used
for pumping water from
mines, but were also
extensively operated in
many heavy industries.
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Code: A05871
Code: A07870
Code: A08870
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
Both these kits are available from many Airfix and Humbrol stockists
and are a fabulous way to build and understand the two major types
of engine used by today’s modern world. Both come in kit form but
with no gluing needed. All the major components work as they do
in the real engine, so they’re a great way to learn about how the real
thing is constructed and works.
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engineer
Code: A20005
Jet Engine
With spinning turbo fans and a variable
speed control, this is a brilliant way to
understand the working features of the
jet engine. Coming in 50 parts this
working model is easily constructed
into a really fun item.
Code: A42509
Internal
Combustion Engine
With the sound of the start-up
and the engine firing, this fantastic
engine is a marvellous and fun way
to learn about the Internal Combustion
Engine. Over 100 pieces to put
together makes all the details
come alive.
For kit specifications, turn to Technical Index which starts on page 120
The technical index on the following pages
gives much more information about all
the fantastic models in the Airfix range
for 2013. This gives you the chance to
compare the sizes, number of pieces
and the choices available.
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Soviet Union Red Air Force Chinese Air Force Condor Legion
Yugoslavian Air Force Polish Air Force Romanian Air Force 1942/43
Italian Air Force 1943 Argentine Air Force Bulgarian Air Force 1941/44
Key to flags
Union Flag New Zealand Swedish Navy
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Gift Sets
Model kit Code Scale Length Width Pieces Options Skill Flying Page
Level Hours
MINI TWIN PACK A50126 1:32 118 59 73 2 1 1 22
FORD FIESTA RS WRC/MINI
A50154 1:32 127/127 60/58 79/71 1 2 2 22
COUNTRYMAN WRC TWIN PACK
CLASSIC CONFLICT
A50142 1:76 135/88 49/39 89/91 1 2 1 23
CROMWELL/KING TIGER
CROMWELL CRUISER A55109 1:76 88 39 91 1 2 1 23
KING TIGER A55303 1:76 135 49 89 1 2 1 23
RAF BATTLE OF BRITAIN
A50015 1:76 340 245 160 1 2 3 24
AIRFIELD SET
BATTLE FRONT A50009 1:76 340 240 111 1 2 2 25
WWI THE WESTERN FRONT A50060 1:76 620 620 118 1 2 4 25
BBMF SPITFIRE MkVb A50055A 1:24 384 468 192 1 3 4 26
BBMF GIFT SET A50116 1:72 293 430 125 1 3 4 26
127 155 29
136 169 40
HMS BELFAST A50069 1:600 311 35 250 1 3 3 27
AIRCRAFT OF THE ACES A50143 1:72 120 137 64 1 1 2 27
136 157 53
127 156 36
VICTORIA CROSS ICONS A50129 1:72 178 228 77 1 2 3 27
180 238 80
130 170 28
226 239 23
RAFBF DISPLAY HAWK A50155 1:72 163 130 91 1 1 1 28
RAFBF HAWK A50149 1:72 163 130 91 1 1 1 29
VULCAN TO THE SKY A50097 1:72 446 469 108 1 3 2 30
CHANNEL DASH A50147 1:72 154/118 193/155 125/35 1 3 3 30
R.M.S. TITANIC A50104 1:700 385 43 141 1 2 3 30
LONDON ICONS A50131 1:12 N/A N/A 39/29/63 1 2 2 30
WASA A50044 1:144 383 88 353 1 3 3 31
Starter Sets and Gift Sets
Model kit Code Scale Length Width Pieces Options Skill Flying Page
Level Hours
CUTTY SARK A50045 1:130 520 N/A 220 1 3 4 31
GOLDEN HIND A50046 1:72 360 87 109 1 3 3 31
HMS VICTORY A50049 1:180 383 88 353 1 3 3 31
HMS ARK ROYAL A50070 1:600 406 48 171 1 3 3 34
HMS ILLUSTRIOUS A50059 1:350 603.5 104.5 276 1 2 4 34
HMS DARING TYPE 45 DESTROYER A50132 1:350 436 60 203 1 3 4 35
WESTLAND LYNX A50112 1:48 316 265 296 1 4 4 36
SEA HARRIER FRS1 A50010 1:24 604 320 348 1 4 10 36
SEA KING HAR.5 A50113 1:72 236 262 105 1 2 2 37
FAIREY SWORDFISH MkI A50133 1:72 154 193 127 1 3 2 37
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British Forces Afghanistan
Model kit Code Scale Length Width Pieces Options Skill Flying Page
Level Hours
BRITISH QUAD BIKES & CREW A04701 1:48 277 100 37 1 3 1 42
SUPACAT HMT400 JACKAL A05301 1:48 125 50 123 1 3 2 43
BRITISH FORCES LAND ROVER
A06301 1:48 98/100 47/44 89/101 1 3 3 43
TWIN PACK
SUPACAT HMT600 COYOTE A06302 1:48 151 50 148 1 3 2 43
AFGHAN SINGLE
A75009 1:48 180 95 45 1 1 1 43
STOREY DWELLING
AFGHAN SINGLE STOREY HOUSE A75010 1:48 200 185 108 1 1 1 43
BAE WARRIOR A07300 1:48 158 82 256 1 44
WESTLAND LYNX AH-7 A09101 1:48 316 265 233 3 4 4 44
LAND ROVER PHOTO-ETCH PARTS A65001
SNATCH 1:48 N/A 49 N/A N/A 4 N/A 44
WMIK 42
JACKAL/COYOTE
A65002 1:48 N/A 50 N/A N/A 4 N/A 44
PHOTO-ETCH PARTS
WARRIOR PHOTO-ETCH PARTS A65004 1:48 N/A N/A TBA N/A 4 N/A 44
AGUSTAWESTLAND MERLIN HC3 A14101 1:48 475 387 335 5 3 4 45
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Military & Civil Aircraft
Model kit Code Scale Length Width Pieces Options Skill Flying Page
Level Hours
AVRO LANCASTER BIII (SPECIAL)
A09007 1:72 294 432 265 2 3 3 64
“DAMBUSTERS”
AVRO LANCASTER BII A08001 1:72 294 432 239 2 3 3 65
VICKERS VALIANT A11001 1:48 456 488 142 4 3 4 66
VICKERS VALIANT PR & REFUELLER
A65000 1:48 N/A N/A 11 2 3 1 66
PARTS
HAWKER HURRICANE MKI A04102 1:48 195 253 55 2 2 2 67
HAWKER FURY A04103 1:48 144 190 48 2 2 2 67
JUNKERS JU87B STUKA A05100 1:48 225 287 86 3 3 2 67
SUPERMARINE SPITFIRE PRXIX A05119 1:48 213 235 98 2 2 2 68
BAE SEA HARRIER FRS1 A05101 1:48 304 160 78 2 3 2 69
BAE HARRIER GR3 A05102 1:48 299 158 92 2 3 2 69
SUPERMARINE SPITFIRE MkI A05115A 1:48 194 234 64 3 3 2 69
SUPERMARINE SPITFIRE MkXII A05117 1:48 202 207 98 2 2 2 69
MESSERSCHMITT BF109E A05120 1:48 183 205 107 3 3 2 69
BAE HAWK T1 A05121 1:48 247 197 138 3 3 2 69
SUPERMARINE SEAFIRE MkXVII A06102 1:48 210 235 134 3 3 2 70
SUPERMARINE SEAFIRE FR46/47 A06103 1:48 217 234 124 2 3 2 70
ENGLISH ELECTRIC LIGHTNING
A09178 1:48 350 220 153 3 3 3 70
F2A/F6
Military & Civil Aircraft
Model kit Code Scale Length Width Pieces Options Skill Flying Page
Level Hours
DE HAVILLAND SEA VIXEN FAW2 A11002 1:48 340 317.5 227 4 4 4 70
WESTLAND LYNX
A10107 1:48 316 265 331 3 4 4 70
MK88A/HMA8/MK90B
GLOSTER JAVELIN FAW9/9R A12007 1:48 402 332 222 3 3 4 71
AIRFIX ELECTRIC MOTOR
AF1004 1:24 41 10 1 1 4 1 72
for 1:24 kits
SUPERMARINE SPITFIRE MkIa A12001A 1:24 468 381 156 2 3 5 72
MESSERSCHMITT BF109E A12002A 1:24 375 425 146 2 4 5 72
SUPERMARINE SPITFIRE MkVb A12005A 1:24 384 468 192 4 4 5 72
NORTH AMERICAN P-51D
A14001A 1:24 409 469 226 2 4 6 73
MUSTANG
HAWKER HURRICANE MkI A14002A 1:24 397 508 261 2 4 6 73
NORTH AMERICAN P-51K
A14003A 1:24 409 469 238 2 3 6 73
MUSTANG
FOCKE WULF FW190A A16001 1:24 368 437 171 1 4 7 73
JUNKERS JU87B STUKA A18002A 1:24 465 574 344 2 4 9 73
HAWKER SIDDELEY HARRIER GR3 A18003 1:24 579 321 312 3 4 3 73
DE HAVILLAND DH88 COMET
A01013A 1:72 122 186 24 1 1 1 74
(GREEN)
BOEING 727 A04177 1:144 320 220 44 2 2 2 74
BOEING 737 A04178 1:144 210 190 48 2 2 2 74
AIRFIX 5-UP AIRCRAFT STAND AF1005 1:72/1:48 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 75
AIRFIX 2-UP AIRCRAFT STAND AF1006 1:72/1:48 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 75
AIRFIX 1:24 AIRCRAFT STAND AF1007 1:24 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 75
1:32
1:48
AIRFIX ASSORTED STANDS AF1008 1:72 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 75
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Military & Tall Ships
Model kit Code Scale Length Width Pieces Options Skill Flying Page
Level Hours
HMS DARING TYPE 45 DESTROYER A12203 1:350 436 60 203 6 3 5 78
HMS ILLUSTRIOUS A14201 1:350 603.5 104.5 276 1 3 4 78
TRAFALGAR SUBMARINE A03260 1:350 245 28 41 1 2 1 78
HMS SUFFOLK A03203 1:600 320 34.5 126 1 2 2 78
HMS HOOD A04202 1:600 430 53 131 1 2 2 78
BISMARCK A04204 1:600 415 60 170 2 3 2 78
HMS WARSPITE A04205 1:600 325 45.5 134 2 3 2 79
HMS IRON DUKE A04210 1:600 316 45.5 183 1 3 2 79
HMS BELFAST A04212 1:600 311 35 250 1 3 2 79
PRINZ EUGEN A05203 1:600 354 36 151 2 3 2 79
HMS KING GEORGE V A06205 1:600 378 45.5 167 1 3 2 79
HMS REPULSE A06206 1:600 403 45.5 147 2 3 2 79
VOSPER MTB A05280 1:72 305 80 189 1 3 2 80
RAF RESCUE LAUNCH A05281 1:72 266 70 155 2 3 2 80
GERMAN E BOAT A10280 1:72 448 70 290 1 2 4 80
SINK THE BISMARCK A50120 1:1200 N/A N/A 292 6 2 2 80
RNLI LIFEBOAT A07280 1:72 236 78 189 1 2 2 81
HMS VICTORY A09252 1:180 383 88 353 1 3 4 81
CUTTY SARK A09253 1:130 520 140 220 1 4 4 81
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Military and Historic Figures
Model kit Code Scale Length Width Pieces Options Skill Flying Page
Level Hours
ROBIN HOOD A01720 1:72 N/A N/A 40 1 1 1 102
WWII BRITISH INFANTRY SUPORT SET A04710 1:32 N/A N/A 14 1 1 1 109
Cars
Model kit Code Scale Length Width Pieces Options Skill Flying Page
Level Hours
JAGUAR XKRGT3 APEX RACING A03410 1:32 152 65 53 1 2 1 110
Sci-fi
Model kit Code Scale Length Width Pieces Options Skill Flying Page
Level Hours
ANGEL INTERCEPTOR A02026 1:72 190 100 23 1 2 1 113
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Space
Model kit Code Scale Length Width Pieces Options Skill Flying Page
Level Hours
SPACE SHUTTLE A10170 1:144 326 N/A 94 7 3 4 114
Engineer
Skill Flying
Model kit Code Scale Length Width Pieces Options Page
Level Hours
JET ENGINE A20005 N/A 275 150 50+ 1 2 N/A 119
INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE A42509 N/A 235 110 100+ 1 2 N/A 119
Turn your model kit into a masterpiece using...
Grey Primer Duck Egg Trainer Blue Khaki Sea Grey Camouflage Dark Earth Dark Green
Blue Yellow Grey
31 32 33 34 36 42 44 46 49
Slate Grey Dark Grey *Black *White Pastel Green Violet Pastel Blue Orange Varnish
58 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67
Magenta Scarlet Flesh Leather Sand Light Grey Aircraft Blue Olive Drab Tank Grey
70 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79
Brick Red Khaki Drill Wine Linen Bronze Green Uniform Navy Blue Cockpit Blue Grey
Green Green
80 81 82 83 84 86 87 88 89
Grass Green Pale Yellow Orange Lining Ochre Mid Stone Light Olive Steel Grey Deck Green Middle Blue
90 91 93 94 96 98 99 100 101
Beige Green Black Green Desert Yellow Brown Yellow RAF Blue Chocolate Lemon Red Brown Mid Green
Army Green Cream Oxford Blue Marine Green Ocean Grey WWI Blue Natural Field Grey Field Blue
Wood
Rust US Dark US Light US Tan Light Earth Light Green Pale Stone Gull Grey Intermediate
Green Green Blue
Medium Grey Light Grey Radome Tan Dark Green Forest Green Insignia Red Insignia Olive Drab Azure Blue
Yellow
Khaki Drab German Track Colour Brown Dark Stone Dark Slate Middle Stone Interior Green PRU Blue
Camouflage Grey
Red Brown
234 237 240 241 242 243 244 245 246
Dark Flesh Desert Tan RLM 02 RLM 70 RLM 71 RLM 72 RLM 73 RLM 74 RLM 75
Grau Schwartzgrün Dunkelgrün Grün Grün Graugrün Grauviolett
Humbrol Enamel paint has been the modellers standard for decades and this year sees the
introduction of a further 11 new colours to make it even more accurate. This superb paint
can also be used on many other surfaces, both indoors and out.
Satin Colours
71 85 123 125 126 127 128 129 130
Oak Coal Black Extra Dark US Dark US Medium US Ghost US Compass US Gull White
Sea Grey Grey Grey Grey Grey Grey
Mid Green Red Brown Varnish Dark Camouflage Dark Green Dark Sea Grey Medium Light Aircraft
Grey Sea Grey Grey
Gloss Colours
2 3 5 7 9 10 14 15 18
*Emerald *Brunswick Dark Admiralty Light Buff Tan Service *French Blue *Midnight Blue *Orange
Green Brown
19 20 21 22 35 38 40 41 47
*Bright Red *Crimson *Black *White *Varnish Lime Pale Grey Ivory Sea Blue
Mediterranean Purple *Yellow Pink Fluorescent Fluorescent Italian Red Arrow Red British Racing
Blue Signal Green Signal Orange Green
Metallic Colours
11 12 16 50 51 52 53 54 55
*Silver Copper *Gold Green Mist Sunset Red Baltic Blue Gunmetal Brass Bronze
Metalcote Colours
27001 27002 27003 27004
Clear Colours
1321 1322 1325
Grey Primer Trainer Blue Khaki Sea Grey Dark Earth Dark Green Dark Grey Black
Yellow
34 49 60 61 62 63 64 65 66
White Varnish Scarlet Flesh Leather Sand Light Grey Aircraft Blue Olive Drab
67 70 75 78 79 81 83 86 87
Tank Grey Brick Red Bronze Green Cockpit Green Blue Grey Pale Yellow Ochre Light Olive Steel Grey
88 90 91 93 94 96 99 102 103
Deck Green Beige Green Black Green Desert Yellow Brown Yellow RAF Blue Lemon Army Green Cream
Oxford blue Ocean Grey Natural Wood Rust US Dark US Light US Tan Insignia Yellow Olive Drab
Green Green
German Brown Dark Slate Middle Stone Interior Green PRU Blue Desert Tan RLM 02 RLM 70
Camouflage Grey Grau Schwartzgrün
Red Brown
242 243 244 245 246 247 248 249 251
252 253
RLM 82 RLM83
Olivgrün Dunkel-Grün
Satin Colours
71 85 123 125 126 127 128 129 130
Oak Coal Black Extra Dark US Dark Grey US Medium US Ghost US Compass US Gull White
Sea Grey Grey Grey Grey Grey
Varnish Dark Dark Green Dark Sea Grey Medium Sea Light Aircraft RAF Barley Hemp Signal Red
Camouflage Grey Grey Grey Grey
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Light Grey
Growing to 100 colours for 2013, the superb Humbrol acrylic range will satisfy most modellers
needs. Being water-based it’s easy to apply by brush that can then be cleaned with water, or by
airbrush thinned with water or a small amount of solvent, depending on personal preference.
The paint is hard wearing and can be used on most surfaces, both indoors and outdoors.
Gloss Colours
2 3 9 10 14 15 18 19 20
Emerald Brunswick Tan Service French Blue Midnight Blue Orange Bright Red Crimson
Green Brown
21 22 35 38 40 41 47 69 209
Black White Varnish Lime Pale Grey Ivory Sea Blue Yellow Fluorescent
Signal Orange
Metallic Colours
11 12 16 52 53 56 171 191 222
Silver Copper Gold Baltic Blue Gunmetal Aluminium Antique Chrome Moonlight
Bronze Silver Blue
Rail Paints
Humbrol acrylic range of popular railway colours have been developed to suit the many
variations on the UK rail network. These paints are also ideally suited for weathering, dry
brushing and re-touching, taking your model railways hobby to a new level.
Matt Colours
RC401 RC402 RC403 RC404 RC405 RC406 RC407 RC408 RC409
Dirty Black Rust Crimson Lake Garter Blue GWR/BR Buffer BR Yellow Apple Green Malachite
Green Beam Red Green
Black White Sand Smoke Chrome Iron Oxide Dark Earth Rust
Oxide Green
Enamel Washes
Enhance your models with the new Humbrol Enamel Washes range for 2013.
Designed for a wide range of uses they are easy to use and very durable. Made in the UK
Black White Dark Green Dark Grey Dark Brown Blue Grey Sand Dust
AV0209 AV0210
64 67 80 86 90 93 155
Satin Colours
85 163 164 165
Gloss Colours
3 14 15 18 19 20 21 22 38
Metallic Colours
11 16 52 53 54 55 56 191 201
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Moonlight Blue
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substrates including, polycarbonate, wood, glass, ceramics, metal, card and many more,
142 not to mention craft and DIY uses.
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Fluorescent Colours
The New Humbrol Fluorescent spray range includes five bright day
glow colours, ideal for identification, safety, DIY and craft projects
on a wide range surface types. The spray also glows under UV light.
Metalcote Colours
27002 27003
Humbrol Metal Cotes have been designed to give
Metalcote Metalcote
the appearance of polished metals. Once dry, polish
Polished
Aluminium
Polished
Aluminium with a soft cloth until you reach the desired look.
Acrylic Varnish
Suitable for applying over acrylic paint.
35 49 135
Enamel Varnish
Suitable for applying over enamel paint.
35 49 135
Create
Two-Tones
in one spray!
AD6211 AD6212 AD6213 AD6214 AD6215
Ideal for a wide range of uses; plastic kits, slot cars, remote control subjects,
along with decorative and craft projects.
Humbrol Multi-Effect Sprays must be applied on a black undercoat/surface.
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To achieve optimum durability, we also recommend using Humbrol acrylic varnish.
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Glass Etch
Use Humbrol Glass Etch to transform mirrors, interior doors and windows.
Used in conjunction with stencils, a wide range of designer effects can be created.
Crystal Clear
Acrylic spray coating which goes on clear and stays clear. Clear protects
wood, metal, plastic, ceramic, fabric and paper surfaces permanently.
Seals porous surfaces with a clear finish, which will not yellow with age.
Adds strength and water resistance – helps prevent tarnish and rust.
AD7550
Made in the UK
Tool Sets, Mixing Tray, Airbrush, & Mats
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All Purpose
Airbrush
A great beginners airbrush to introduce
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price. Use with cans of Humbrol
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Airbrushh
All purpose airbrush (blister)
AG5107 Powerpackk
Airbrush Powerpackk
Airbrush powerpack 400mll
AV6941
A3 Cutting Mat
A4 Cutting Mat
The kit modeller’s mat
The “Kit Modellers” Cutting Mat is a self-sealing cutting mat with
graphics and scale markings to suit all categories of plastic modelling.
A3 AG9157
146 A4 AG9155
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The Coloro range of brushes Made from natural hair, The Palpo natural sable hair
are perfectly suited for all paint Evoco brushes are the perfect brushes are the ultimate
types, but are particularly good “all-round” brush for many modelling brush, keeping their
when used in conjunction with model and hobby uses, keeping points and shape to allow for
the new Humbrol Acrylic Paint. their shape and quality long after accurate and detailed painting,
Made from man-made fibre their first use. particularly figure work.
Size 00 – AG4030 Size 000 – AG4131 Size 00000 – AG4233
Size 0 – AG4000 Size 0 – AG4100 Size 000 – AG4231
Size 1 – AG4001 Size 2 – AG4102 Size 0 – AG4200
Size 2 – AG4002 Size 4 – AG4104 Size 2 – AG4202
Size 4 – AG4004 Size 6 – AG4106 Size 4 – AG4204
Size 6 – AG4006 Size 8 – AG4108 Size 6 – AG4206
Size 8 – AG4008 Size 10 – AG4110
Size 12 – AG4012 Size 12 – AG4112
Coloro (green) pack. Evoco (red) pack. Palpo (brown) pack.
Size 00,1,4, 8 – AG4050 Size 0, 2, 4, 6 – AG4150 Size 000, 0, 2, 4 – AG4250
Top Tips on how to use Humbrol products are available at www.Humbrol.com. You can also
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These ultra fine sable hair brushes Made from high quality soft synthetic The Stipple Brushes have been designed with
are ideal for painting small detailed hair, the Flat Brush pack is perfect for heavy dry brushing and weathering in mind.
areas on your models/figures. The creating a smooth professional finish. Made from a tough natural hair, which is perfect
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Enamel Thinners
Used to thin down Humbrol Enamel paints most
commonly for airbrushing. Can also be used to thin
down other solvent based products such as Enamel
Washes, Modelcotes and Model Filler..
AC7
AC7501 28ml bottle
AC7
AC7430 125ml bottle
Acrylic Thinners
Humbrol Acrylic Thinners has been especially
formulated to enhance the quality and usability of
Humbrol Acrylic paint when brushing and airbrushing.
The Thinners includes a retardant which reduces the
drying rate and greatly improves the use of Acrylic
paint when airbrushing. Can also be used to clean
your brushes after use with Acrylic paint.
AC7433 125ml bottle
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Poly Cement
A solvent-based cement suitable
for plastic model kits only.
AE4021 12ml medium (tube)
AE4422 24ml large (tube)
Precision
LLiquid Poly Poly Cement
A solvent-based cement A solvent-based cement suitable for plastic model kits
ssuitable for plastic model only. Its viscosity is low to enable precision delivery of
kkits only. The product is fine amounts of cement
a low viscosity version AE2615 14ml precision poly dispenser
oof Polycement to enable AE2610 28ml precision poly dispenser
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Clearfix
A solvent-based polymer
solution for use as an adhesive
on clear plastic parts without
the risk of the ‘frosting’
effect sometimes seen using
Model Filler
A fine grade model filler which can be sanded, filed and painted once dry.
AE3016 31ml (tube)
Coatings, Maskol,
Decalfix, Clearfix, Model
Filler and Thinners
Acrylic Paint A water-based, fast dry paint developed for use on plastic model kits but A wide range of surfaces including most plastics, wood, glass, ceramics,
which can also be used on other substrates. Matt, Satin, Gloss, Metallic and metal, cardboard, sealed plaster, sealed hardboard and many more.
Clear finishes are available.
Acrylic Spray A solvent-based, fast-dry paint developed for use on plastic model kits but A wide range of surfaces including most plastics, wood, glass, ceramics,
which can also be used on other substrates (see right). Matt, Satin, Gloss, metal, cardboard, sealed plaster, sealed hardboard and many more.
Metallic and Clear finishes are available.
Varnish Spray Protects and creates a desired finish: Matt, Satin & Gloss. Overcoat for the applicable paint type.
Fluorescent Spray Creates instant visibility, idea for identification and safety as well as A wide range of surfaces including most plastics, wood, glass, ceramics,
decorative and craft projects. Glows under UV light. metal, cardboard, sealed plaster, sealed hardboard and many more. A white
base coat must be applied first.
Multi-Effect Spray Creates a Two-Tone / Flip paint effect. A wide range of surfaces including most plastics, wood, glass, ceramics,
metal, cardboard, sealed plaster, sealed hardboard and many more. A black
base coat must be applied first.
Metal Cote Spray Creates a polished look once dry and buffed. A wide range of surfaces including most plastics, wood, glass, ceramics,
metal, cardboard, sealed plaster, sealed hardboard and many more.
Glass Etch Used to transform mirrors, interior doors and windows. Used in conjunction Not suitable for areas prone to high condensation, steam, moisture or cold
with stencils, a wide range of designer effects can be created. damp conditions.
Crystal Clear Seals porous surfaces, finish will not yellow with age. Adds strength and Wood, metal, plastic, ceramic, fabric and paper.
water resistance - helps prevent tarnish and rust.
Weathering Powder Used to create realistic weathered effects. Weathering Powder can be applied to most substrates depending on the
method. For full details, please visit the Humbrol website.
Enamel Wash Used to create realistic weathered, oiled and grime effects on scale models. Humbrol Enamel Washes can be applied to most substrates depending on
the method. For full details, please visit the Humbrol website.
Model Filler Fills hairline cracks and gaps between plastic parts. The product can be Plastic model kits.
sanded when fully dry using a fine grade of sandpaper and painted.
Balsa Cement A quick-drying transparent cement for balsa, other soft woods and cork. Balsa, other soft woods and cork.
Decalfix A water-based solution for softening decals and securing them into position. Decals are usually applied onto painted surfaces. Care should be taken to
avoid ‘silvering’ over matt paints.
Maskol A rubber solution that can be applied to surfaces to prevent them being Common plastics used to manufacture model kits including polystyrene and
painted. When the paint has dried the Maskol can be simply peeled off. ABS and a wide variety of other applications including glass.
Enamel Thinner Thinning down of solvent-based enamel paints, most commonly Enamel paint and other Humbrol solvent based products.
for airbrushing.
Acrylic Thinner Thinning down of Humbrol Acrylic paints, most commonly for airbrushing. Acrylic paint.
Clear A water soluble, self-levelling gloss medium that can be used to prepare Humbrol Enamel & Acrylic Paint
painted surfaces for decals, as a gloss varnish and to improve the
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Always check compatibiity of new products before using them on your model. (always try on a small test area to check suitability)
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Humbrol products can be used on many different products and surfaces. The following table has been put
together to help you with not only these other potential applications, but also with other guidance when using
these great products. Please note: finish varies by colour – please check the Humbrol Colour chart.
Brush straight from the tin or Airbrush with a suitable thinner such as water. Two thin coats 1-2 hours ‘hard dry’, allow longer for Gloss Acrylic Thinners or water when wet,
are preferable to one thick coat. The usual thinning ratio is 2 parts paint to one part Humbrol and Metallic finishes. cellulose when dry.
Acrylic Thinner.
Spray at least 25cm from the substrate and spray with an even back and forth action. 15-30 minutes. Can be removed if not fully dry with
Humbrol Enamel Thinners. Product is
permanent once dry.
Spray at least 25cm from the substrate and spray with an even back and forth action. 15-30 minutes.
Spray at least 25cm from the substrate and spray with an even back and forth action. 15-30 minutes.
Spray at least 25cm from the substrate and spray with an even back and forth action. 15-30 minutes.
Spray at least 25cm from the substrate and spray with an even back and forth action. 30-60 minutes, for best results leave for 24
Once dry polish with a soft dry cloth. hours.
Spray at least 25cm from the substrate and spray with an even back and forth action. 15-30 minutes. Can be removed if not fully dry with Humbrol
Enamel Thinners. Product is permanent once dry.
Spray at least 25cm from the substrate and spray with an even back and forth action. 15-30 minutes.
Spray additional coats to create a darker effect.
Weathering Powder can be applied dry or mixed with several Humbrol products. Dependent of application methods. Dependent of application methods.
For full details, please visit the Humbrol website.
Brush straight from the jar. Thin with Humbrol Enamel Thinners. More details will are 10-20 minutes. Humbrol Enamel Thinners.
available on the Humbrol website.
Directly onto substrate without excessive application of product. If gaps are deep two thin Surface dry in 1-2 hours. Fully dry in 24 Wipe away using a damp cloth.
coats are preferable to one thick coat. hours. Product is permanent once dry.
Directly onto substrate. 20-30 minutes. Wipe away using a damp cloth.
Product is permanent once dry.
Brush on to decals or immerse them in Decalfix for approx. 45 seconds or until softened. 20-30 minutes. Do not force dry decals as Wipe away using a damp cloth.
Slide off using a brush and dab dry with tissue paper. they may crease or shrivel. Product is permanent once dry.
Brush only. Apply to surface, allow to dry and paint over. When paint is dry peel 15-20 minutes. Wipe away with a damp cloth.
off the Maskol.
Brush or Airbrush. Paint drying times may vary with the addition Humbrol Enamel Thinners.
of Enamel Thinners.
Brush or Airbrush. Paint drying times may vary with the addition Water.
of Acrylic Thinners.
Apply thinly with a brush or airbrush. To achieve a high gloss finish, apply additional coats. Surface dry in 30 mins. Recoat once dry. Water.
All drying times will vary according to ambient temperature and humidity.
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