Gigant Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 (edited) Airfix sadly don't do 1/32 aircraft which is a *huge* pity. EE Lightning F.2A/6, Sea Vixen FAW.2, and yes even the Beaufighter or Supermarine Griffon Spit done to the latest spec would all be spectacular. Revell of Germany did mostly European subjects this Century until the Hobbico influence shifted things back more towards American, which is bad news for some as it might now completely rule out a Do 17 or 217, ...(snipped) Tony To me, that is a strange trait of Airfix, especially considering their military vehicle/armor stuff often appears in 1/32. For the other subjects, I wish HobbyCraft was still in business as an alternative. I have their 1/32 P-38, P-40, F4U, F4F(completed), SPAD XIII, Fokker Dr.1, 1/24 "Pin-Up" Spitfire V (I wish I had their "Thud"), 1/48 Do 17E, Do17Z (Nearly complete, I just got the a/m canopy sets from Squadron). Their decals, painting color guides, and customer service were excellent, as well as their painting guides, and bargain prices! On the other hand, I have a old finished Revell/Germany 1/32 F-4U, and their "Mix-your-own-colors-from--their-special-brand-of-paint" instructions, folding wing hinging are/were the worst I have encountered so far. Tom Edited July 27, 2017 by Gigant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 I believe the only new 1/32 item Airfix has done over the past thirty years is the pair of BMW Minis, probably as they can (like the old kits) be adapted to slot car racing. Some of the vintage vehicles might, however, make for some diorama gear for Wing nut Wings biplanes. My favourites of old were the Monogram 1/48 Century Series, which Revell repop and slightly change from time to time, like the Thunderstick II Thud. If Revell ever pantographed these to 1/32 I'd be delighted: F-101B, F-102A and F-106A especially. Tony Menelaos, LSP_K2, MikeC and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gigant Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 I believe the only new 1/32 item Airfix has done over the past thirty years is the pair of BMW Minis, probably as they can (like the old kits) be adapted to slot car racing. Some of the vintage vehicles might, however, make for some diorama gear for Wing nut Wings biplanes. My favourites of old were the Monogram 1/48 Century Series, which Revell repop and slightly change from time to time, like the Thunderstick II Thud. If Revell ever pantographed these to 1/32 I'd be delighted: F-101B, F-102A and F-106A especially. Tony Airfix's re-release of Rommel's halftrack seems a good companion to my Hasegawa "Rommel's Storch", both in 1/32. As for "favourites of old" [default to UK spelling in deference to our friend(s) 'across the pond'"], you and I both Tony! What do you think about Airfix's recent diorama releases, such as their 1/72 B-17 with ground equipment, etc? Tom MikeC 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_K2 Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 Got a hunch it will be a great kit and sell very well. Just wondering, with the delays, if Revell can sneak in Blue Angels markings for the F/A-18E Tony While I do look forward to the Super Hornet, I'm not sure I'll be getting one. My Academy Hornet was pretty darned big, and this will be even bigger still. Given my serious space constraints, I need to very carefully think about what 1:32 aircraft kits that I can truly justify. Gigant 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starfighter Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 Some info about the Hornet: http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234994600-132-boeing-fa-18e-super-hornet-by-revell-release-june-2017/ "It won't be released before September 2017. Got the info from the Revell booth at Intermodellbau two weeks ago." I can confirm this - it was me who talked to the Revell employee and posted that on britmodeller. There are pics of the sprues around on FB. Can't wait to get my hands on one of these - I really hope they didn't mess this up as some sources stated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharkOwl Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 Sprue photo ! SharkOwl Luca and Tony T 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darren Howie Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 Personally wont be in a hurry to get any of the new 32nd Revell kits. The Trumpeter F-18's are all very decent kits and i have one if each of them and i cant see anything to convince me this is any better than what ww already own. I might pick up a 190 to do a nightfighter but it looks like its going to cost quite a bit more than the Hasegawa kits i already own which are simply lovely. Revell may corner the US market and the EU but how many people are going to be replacement kits for already lovely kits. Its not like they are 1970's Hasegawa raised panel kits they stand up against any kit well. From the photos are Revell including the 2 seater parts in the box unless its just a overall sprue image. What we need is Superhornet cockpits, Intruder cockpitsetc from Aires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starfighter Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 Seems you haven't tried building your Trumpeter Super Bugs then, Darren. Its a really badly engineered kit with loads of fitting issues. LSP_K2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackbetty Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 i built a trumpy superhornet and didnt find it that bad, but i did use AM (intakes, stacks, seats) if the revell kit has the parts for an F i will definitely get one. and a mustang too, because i want a korean war F-51 Luca 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luca Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 if the revell kit has the parts for an F i will definitely get one same here. Tony T 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finn Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 Looks like they have a Growler planned as well: and weapons included for the E/F as well. Jari Luca, LSP_K2 and Tony T 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easixpedro Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 They have spruces for E E and G! And IPs for early birds, as well as the ACS cockpit. They have both the leading edge flap for the E & F, as well as the dog tooth for the G. The price is supposed to be $69, and looks superb! LSP_K2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oyoy5 Posted July 29, 2017 Share Posted July 29, 2017 Can't wait for the P-51D, if it's close to the Me 262B it should be awesome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oyoy5 Posted July 29, 2017 Share Posted July 29, 2017 How much is the P-51D going to list for in US dollars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasta 14 addict Posted July 30, 2017 Share Posted July 30, 2017 I'll pass......nothing of any intrest Greetz Danny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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