DeHaviland Beaver with Skis or Wheels - Vietnam

Scale 1/48
Skill Level 3 Kit by Hobbycraft
FEATURES: Detailed 1/48 scale model for static display. Fuselage is clear, while the rest of the parts are molded in gray. Features recessed panel lines on wings and fuselage. Authentic cockpit area. Detailed landing gear with choice of wheels or skis. Viet Nam Beaver can be built in different versions - the U-6A and L-20A. Waterslide decals. Pictorial instructions.

HCCS1675 - $41.99

Douglas A-26 A/B Invader

Plastic Model Kit by Italeri
The Douglas A-26 entered the Second World War at a relatively late date: the first eighteen examples were, in fact, sent to the European front in the summer of 1944. However, shortly afterwards, the Invader demonstrated its worth, and on the cease fire the troops equipped with these planes had flown more than 11,000 missions. Also in the Pacific, in only a few months, the Invader consolidated its fame as the crew’s favourite bomber. After a short period of time, the A-26 found itself fighting again in Vietnam. It then became the average standard bomber of the USAF used in the War in Korea. It was in this conflict that the A-26C variant was more widely used; characterised by P&W R-2800-27 engines and a glass nose, which contained the Norden bombsight. Many examples were successively supplied to smaller air forces, which kept them in service until the middle of the 70’s.
Kit features cockpit including control panel, realistically molded engine nacelles, detailed landing gear. Waterslide decal markings included for:
1: A-26B-552nd BS, 386th BG, Beaumont, France 1944
2: A-26B-554th BS, 386th BG, France 1945
3: A-26B-86th BS, 47th BG, 12th Air Force, Italy 1945
4: A-26B-670th BS, 416th BG, France 1945
Scale 1/72. Length 8". Skill level 3. Glue and paint required (not included).

ITA1274 - $32.00

$27.49

F-51D Mustang Korean War

Scale 1/48 Skill Level 3 Plastic Model Kit by Tamiya
When the Korean conflict broke out, hundreds of F (for fighter) 51's were in Japan awaiting scraping. Because they possessed the slow speed maneuverability that was absent in the new jets then entering service, the F-51 was ideal to work with Forward Air Controllers (FAC's) on the ground in Korea. The major drawback to this was the F-51's liquid cooled engine susceptibility to anti-aircraft and small arms fire when attacking ground targets. This cause the Mustang to have the highest loss ratio of any aircraft in Korea. A total of 194 were lost in three years, with only 10 being downed in combat with other aircraft.

TAM61044 - $30.00

Focke-Wulf Fw190 D-9

Scale 1/48 Skill Level 3 Plastic Model Kit by Tamiya
Following the successful entry of the Focke-Wulf Fw190A series of fighter aircraft over the English channel during the autumn of 1941, the German RLM requested high altitude version to complement the fighter fleet. The Fw 190D-9 began production in June 1944, with early versions having the flat topped canopy, and from W. Nr. 210002 onwards having the Galland hood (blown canopy). It went into combat with the III/JG 54 "Grunherz" (Green Hearts) in September 1944, at Achmer, Germany, as top cover for the new Messerschmitt Me262 Jet fighters then entering service.

TAM61041 - $29.00

Focke-Wulf Fw190 F-8

Scale 1/48 Skill Level 3 Plastic Model Kit by Tamiya

German successes during the beginning of World War 2 were brought about by "Blitzkriegs" and showed the effectiveness of combined ground and air-to-ground support tactics. The Ju87 Stuka dive bomber was active and successful during this period; however, by 1942 it was obsolete and unsuitable, especially in speed and maneuverability.A replacement for the Ju87 was required, and the Focke-Wulf Fw190, which established itself as a mainstay fighter for the Luftwaffe, was found to be adaptable to this role due to its robust construction and versatility. The F-8 appeared in April 1944 and was the most widely produced Fw190 of the "F" series. European air superiority was already held by the allies, and the Fw190 F-8 was in action during this final stage of the conflict.

TAM61039 - $29.00

Fokker D.VI

Plastic Model Kit by Roden
The majority of all 60 D.VIs built were delivered to the Kampf Einsitzer Staffeln, special units created mainly for the intercepting of Allied bombers. The Fokker D.VI which had an air-cooled engine and could take-off without delay was a good choice for this role. But the climbing ability of the D.VI was still poor and the fighters were dispersed in the Alsace-Lorraine region where bombing raids were less frequent. Other machines were delivered to the training units; and Austria-Hungary purchased seven aircraft of this type. After the end of the war at least two D.VIs were tested in France and the USA.
Kit features structurally detailed fuselage and wings, molded in high quality polystyrene for minimal flash or mold marks.
Scale 1/32. Length 7.1" Wingspan 9.4". Skill level 2. Glue and paint required (not included).

RODS0603 - $53.99

Fokker DR-1

Scale 1/72
Skill Level 2 plastic model kit by Revell
In the First World War history was written by Baron Manfred von Richthofen in his red Fokker tri-plane. The Dr. 1 was the most manoeuvrable of all the aircraft in use and achieved high rates of climb. The Dr. 1 that was delivered to the troops in June 1917 was withdrawn from the front at the end of 1917, but Richthofen continued to fly it until April 1918. Glue and paint required (not included).

RVLS4116 - $9.75

Fokker Dr.I

Plastic Model Kit by Roden
The Fokker Dr.I's compound structure consisted of a cable-braced steel tube fuselage, and cantilever wings with wooden ribs and single main box spar, all covered by fabric and plywood panels. All this made the construction very light in weight. The machine was equipped with a standard 110 h.p. Oberursel URII air-cooled engine, enabling the aircraft to demonstrate excellent flying qualities. The Fokker Dr.I was not especially fast, but its maneuverability, due to its small dimensions, was considered unequaled at that time.
Kit features structurally detailed fuselage and wings, molded in high quality polystyrene for minimal flash or mold marks.
Scale 1/32. Length 7" Wingspan 9". Skill level 2. Glue and paint required (not included).

RODS0601 - $53.99

Fokker Dr.I Richthofen

Scale 1/28
Skill Level 3 plastic model kit by Revell Germany
Manfred von Richthofen, the "Red Baron" and his red Fokker triplane made history in the Great War. All the pilots in Richthofen's group flew red triplanes. Although the Dr.I was withdrawn from the western front at the end of 1917, the Red Baron continued to fly this type to bring down a total of 80 enemy planes before being shot down himself y Captain A. Roy Brown in April 1918. Features: Detailed radial engine, Movable propeller, Detailed cockpit with control column, seat and pedals, Structurally detailed wings, Two Spandau MGs, Landing gear with movable wheels, Pilot figure von Richthofen plus two ground personenel figures, Transfers with national ensgin and markings, Yarn not included. Glue and paint required (not included).

RVLS4744 - $22.25

$18.99

Fokker F.I

Plastic Model Kit by Roden
The story of the most famous plane of the First World War, the Fokker Dr.1, outstanding creation of the famous and talented Dutch designer Antony Fokker, would be incomplete without the story of its pre-production model, the Fokker F.I. Although only three were built, it left an indelible trace in the history of air fighting in the Great War.
Kit features structurally detailed fuselage and wings, molded in high quality polystyrene for minimal flash or mold marks.
Scale 1/32. Length 7.1" Wingspan 8.8". Skill level 2. Glue and paint required (not included).

RODS0605 - $53.99

Grumman F4F-4 Wildcat

Scale 1/48 Skill Level 3 Plastic Model Kit by Tamiya
At the onset of the Pacific War in December 1941, the Japanese Navy A6M Zero fighter was the dominant aircraft successful against the allied air forces. The Zero's attempt at total superiority was thwarted by numerous F4F Wildcat fighters flown from U.S. aircraft carriers. It had folding wings, and three 12.7mm machine guns in each wing, plus the more powerful 1,200 P & W R-1830-86 Twin Wasp engine, giving it a speed of 512km/h. Grumman became known as the "Ironworks" due to its strongly designed aircraft, which could absorb enormous punishment and still fly home.

TAM61034 - $29.00

Heinkel He219 Uhu

Scale 1/48 Skill Level 3 Plastic Model Kit by Tamiya
Potentially one of the most effective night-fighters for the Luftwaffe, the Heinkel He219 "Uhu' (eagle owl) was doomed by political misjudgments and maltreatment. Started as a private venture study of the firm, the He219 incorporated a number of advanced features such as pressurized crew compartment, cockpit positioned at the extreme nose for excellent visibility, land gear of tricycle configuration, etc. The He219 was also the world's first operational aircraft to be equipped with ejector seats.

TAM61057 - $54.00

Hyakushiki Shitei III Kai

Scale 1/48 Skill Level 3 Plastic Model Kit by Tamiya
Shortly before China-based B-29s initiated high-altitude daylight raids over Japan, it became obvious to the Japanese Army leaders that an urgent development of an interceptor fighter with good performances at high altitude was necessary. In June 1943, the Army Aeronautical Research Institute studied the possibility of adapting the Hyakushiki Shitei R, which was one of the few operational aircraft in the Japanese Army to have the required altitude performance, to this type of operation. To mount two 20mm machine guns on the nose, the forward fuselage fuel tank were replaced and nose canopy was modified to "stepped" nose housing. The aircraft with these modifications were called Hyakushiki Shitei III Kai Air Defence Fighter "Otsu" type. Although most of them were flown by reconnaissance aircraft pilots with little dog fighting experience, they made greater military gains against B29s proving the outstanding basic capability of the Hyakushiki Shitei.

TAM61056 - $39.00

Junkers Ju87D Stuka

Scale 1/48
Skill Level 2 plastic model kit by Revell
The Stuka had fourteen variants of which the Ju87D's were the last and most popular. They were powered by the Junkers Jumo 211J-1 engine with 12-cylinders and (1,410-hp). The first version of this famous plane the Ju 87-1 saw action in 1937 with the Condor Legion in Spain. Joined in 1938 and 1939 by the later Ju 87B. The Junkers dive-bomber was more notorious than any other weapon in the German army. Within 9 months of the beginning of the war, the Ju 87 acquired an almost legendary reputation. The success of the Stuka lasted until August of 1940 when Germany launched its aerial offensive against the British Isles. Poorly armed and outmaneuvered by the defending Spitfires and Hurricanes, the Stuka paid a fearful price. By the end of August, the last of the Stuka Geschwader or dive-bomber wings was removed from action over Great Britain
Length: 9-1/4". Wingspan: 12-3/8". Glue & paint required (Not included).

RMX855250 - $15.95

$13.79

Messerschmitt Bf109 E-3

Scale 1/48 Skill Level 3 Plastic Model Kit by Tamiya
Without a doubt, the Messerschmitt Bf109 can be claimed as the most famous and successful German aircraft from the WW2. It was the world's most advanced fighter at the time of its debut in 1936, and remained as the standard fighter for the Luftwaffe throughout the conflict. Created by the brilliant designer Willi Messerschmitt, it had the smallest possible airframe built around the most powerful engine available. It also boasted many of the then innovative features such as an all metal stressed skin construction, retractable main landing gear, automatic Handley-Page leading edge slats, etc. The E-3 version used an improved Daimler-Benz DB601Aa engine capable of 1,100 h.p. output. This engine had provision for mounting a 20mm MG FF cannon on the crankcase and firing through the propeller hub. The Messerschmitt Bf109E was one of the best fighters of the early WW2 period, on a par with the British Spitfire.

TAM61050 - $29.00