{"title":"Cold War West (1946-1991)","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"hobbyboss-1-48th-scale-f-14b-tomcat","title":"HobbyBoss 1\/48th scale F-14B Tomcat","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Grumman F-14 Tomcat is an American carrier-capable supersonic, twin-engine, two-seat, twin-tail, all-weather-capable variable-sweep wing fighter aircraft. The Tomcat was developed for the United States Navy's Naval Fighter Experimental (VFX) program after the collapse of the General Dynamics-Grumman F-111B project. A large and well-equipped fighter, the F-14 was the first of the American Teen Series fighters, which were designed incorporating air combat experience against MiG fighters during the Vietnam War.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe F-14 first flew on 21 December 1970 and made its first deployment in 1974 with the U.S. Navy aboard USS Enterprise (CVN-65), replacing the McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II. The F-14 served as the U.S. Navy's primary maritime air superiority fighter, fleet defense interceptor, and tactical aerial reconnaissance platform into the 2000s. The Low Altitude Navigation and Targeting Infrared for Night (LANTIRN) pod system was added in the 1990s and the Tomcat began performing precision ground-attack missions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Tomcat was retired by U.S. Navy on 22 September 2006, supplanted by the Boeing F\/A-18E\/F Super Hornet. Several retired F-14s have been put on display across the US.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHaving been exported to Pahlavi Iran under the pro-American Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi in 1976, F-14s were used as land-based interceptors by the Imperial Iranian Air Force. Following the Iranian Revolution in 1979, the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force used them during the Iran–Iraq War. Iran claimed their F-14s shot down at least 160 Iraqi aircraft during the war (only 55 of these confirmed, according to historian Tom Cooper), while 16 Tomcats were lost, including seven losses to accidents. As of 2022, the F-14 remains in service with Iran's air force, though in low numbers of combat-ready aircraft due to a lack of spare parts.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Hobbyboss","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46248122384698,"sku":"MMMS-CML-HBB80367","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/71HKLSVTBAL._AC_SL1000.jpg?v=1695050541"},{"product_id":"hobbyboss-1-48th-scale-ch-47d-chinook","title":"HobbyBoss 1\/48th scale CH-47D Chinook","description":"The Boeing CH-47 Chinook is a tandem-rotor helicopter developed by American rotorcraft company Vertol and manufactured by Boeing Vertol. The Chinook is a heavy-lift helicopter that is among the heaviest lifting Western helicopters. Its name, Chinook, is from the Native American Chinook people of Oregon and Washington state.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Chinook was originally designed by Vertol, which had begun work in 1957 on a new tandem-rotor helicopter, designated as the Vertol Model 107 or V-107. Around the same time, the United States Department of the Army announced its intention to replace the piston-engine–powered Sikorsky CH-37 Mojave with a new, gas-turbine–powered helicopter. During June 1958, the U.S. Army ordered a small number of V-107s from Vertol under the YHC-1A designation; following testing, it came to be considered by some Army officials to be too heavy for the assault missions and too light for transport purposes. While the YHC-1A would be improved and adopted by the U.S. Marine Corps as the CH-46 Sea Knight, the Army sought a heavier transport helicopter, and ordered an enlarged derivative of the V-107 with the Vertol designation Model 114. Initially designated as the YCH-1B, on 21 September 1961, the preproduction rotorcraft performed its maiden flight. In 1962, the HC-1B was redesignated CH-47A under the 1962 United States Tri-Service aircraft designation system.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Chinook possesses several means of loading various cargoes, including multiple doors across the fuselage, a wide loading ramp located at the rear of the fuselage and a total of three external ventral cargo hooks to carry underslung loads. Capable of a top speed of 170 knots (200 mph; 310 km\/h), upon its introduction to service in 1962, the helicopter was considerably faster than contemporary 1960s utility helicopters and attack helicopters, and is still one of the fastest helicopters in the US inventory. Improved and more powerful versions of the Chinook have also been developed since its introduction; one of the most substantial variants to be produced was the CH-47D, which first entered service in 1982; improvements from the CH-47C standard included upgraded engines, composite rotor blades, a redesigned cockpit to reduce workload, improved and redundant electrical systems and avionics, and the adoption of an advanced flight control system. It remains one of the few aircraft to be developed during the early 1960s – along with the fixed-wing Lockheed C-130 Hercules cargo aircraft – that has remained in both production and frontline service for over 60 years.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe military version of the helicopter has been exported to nations across the world; the U.S. Army and the Royal Air Force (see Boeing Chinook (UK variants)) have been its two largest users. The civilian version of the Chinook is the Boeing Vertol 234. It has been used by civil operators not only for passenger and cargo transport, but also for aerial firefighting and to support logging, construction, and oil extraction industries","brand":"Hobbyboss","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46564748165434,"sku":"MMMS-CML-HBB81773","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/hbb81773.jpg?v=1695129711"},{"product_id":"hobbyboss-1-35th-scale-german-boxer-mapv","title":"HobbyBoss 1\/35th scale German Boxer MAPV","description":"The Boxer is a multirole armoured fighting vehicle designed by an international consortium to accomplish a number of operations through the use of installable mission modules. The governments participating in the Boxer programme have changed as the programme has developed. The Boxer vehicle is produced by the ARTEC GmbH (armoured vehicle technology) industrial group, and the programme is being managed by OCCAR (Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation). ARTEC GmbH is based in Munich; its parent companies are Krauss-Maffei Wegmann GmbH and Rheinmetall Military Vehicles GmbH on the German side, and Rheinmetall Defence Nederland B.V. for the Netherlands. Overall, Rheinmetall has a 64% stake in the joint venture.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA distinctive and unique feature of the vehicle is its composition of a drive platform module and interchangeable mission modules which allow several configurations to meet different operational requirements.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOther names in use or previously used for Boxer are GTK (Gepanzertes Transport-Kraftfahrzeug; armoured transport vehicle) Boxer and MRAV (Multi-Role Armoured Vehicle). Confirmed Boxer customers as of April 2022 are Germany, the Netherlands, Lithuania, Australia and the UK. The Boxer has been produced and seen service in A0, A1 and A2 configurations. The UK Boxer will be of the A3 configuration. Australian deliveries are an A2\/A3 hybrid.","brand":"Hobbyboss","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46564781490490,"sku":"MMMS-CML-HBB82480","price":43.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/71-UySS8YaL._AC_SL1000.jpg?v=1695118666"},{"product_id":"hobbyboss-1-72nd-scale-2s19-m2-self-propelled-howitzer","title":"HobbyBoss 1\/72nd scale 2S19-M2 self-Propelled Howitzer","description":"The 2S19 Msta-S is a 152.4 mm self-propelled howitzer designed and manufactured by Uraltransmash in the Soviet Union and later in Russia, which entered service in 1989 as the successor to the 2S3 Akatsiya. The vehicle has the running gear of the T-80, but is powered by the T-72's diesel engine.","brand":"Hobbyboss","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46564793614650,"sku":"MMMS-CML-HBB82928","price":15.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/s-l1600.jpg?v=1695052764"},{"product_id":"icm-1-35th-scale-unimog-s-404-with-box-body","title":"ICM 1\/35th scale Unimog S 404 with Box Body","description":"The Unimog 404, also called the Unimog S and Unimog 404 S, is a vehicle of the Unimog-series by Mercedes-Benz, produced in the Unimog plant in Gaggenau from 1955 to 1980. Marketed as Unimog U82, and later Unimog U110, 64,242 units of the two Unimog 404 types 404.0 and 404.1 were built, which makes the 404 the Unimog model with the highest production figure of all Unimogs. Unlike the Unimog 401, the 404 is rather a small 1.5-tonne-offroad-truck than an agricultural vehicle. In Germany, it was a common[3] military vehicle and fire engine, 36,000 Unimog 404 were made for the Bundeswehr.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe first Unimog 404 concept-vehicle was made in 1953 and was slightly smaller than the series production model, it had a track width of 1,600 mm (63 in) and a wheelbase of 2,670 mm (105 in). Two prototypes for the French army followed in 1954, the first 1,100 series production models were also purchased by the French army. Since the French army did not want the spare wheel to occupy space for soldiers on the bed, the Daimler-Benz engineers decided to build the Unimog 404 with a downswept frame so the spare wheel could be mounted underneath the bed. This constructional feature also allowed more torsional flexing and, therefore, improved the offroad capabilities of the Unimog. Later, the downswept frame became a key constructional feature for the following Unimog types.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAt its introduction in 1955, the Unimog 404.1 was available as the 2,700 mm (106 in) wheelbase model with the Otto engine M 180 producing 60 kW (80 hp; 82 PS). In 1956, the 2,900 mm (114 in) wheelbase model of the 404.1 followed, available with the same engine. Both were sold as Unimog U82. The production of the U82 with the short wheelbase was stopped in 1971, while the long wheelbase model was built until 1980. Starting from 1971, the Unimog 404.0, sold as Unimog U110, was offered. It was fitted with the cab of the Unimog 406 and soon afterwards, with the model 404.012, it received the M 130 engine. However, only 1,791 404.0 were made. Also, 81 Unimog 404 were made with the diesel engine OM 615 (44 kW (59 hp; 60 PS)) for the Portuguese market.","brand":"ICM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46564946411834,"sku":"MMMS-CML-ICM35136","price":38.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/49068_rd.jpg?v=1695205400"},{"product_id":"icm-1-48th-scale-a-26-invader-pacific-war-theatre","title":"ICM 1\/48th scale A-26 Invader Pacific War Theatre","description":"The Douglas A-26 Invader (designated B-26 between 1948 and 1965) is an American twin-engined light bomber and ground attack aircraft. Built by Douglas Aircraft Company during World War II, the Invader also saw service during several major Cold War conflicts. A limited number of highly modified United States Air Force aircraft served in Southeast Asia until 1969. It was a fast aircraft capable of carrying a large bomb load. A range of guns could be fitted to produce a formidable ground-attack aircraft.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA re-designation of the type from A-26 to B-26 led to confusion with the Martin B-26 Marauder, which first flew in November 1940, some 20 months before the Douglas design's maiden flight. Although both aircraft were powered by the widely used Pratt \u0026amp; Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp 18-cylinder, double-row radial engine, they were completely different and separate designs, with some 5,300 Marauders produced to 2,503 Invaders.","brand":"ICM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46565081252154,"sku":"MMMS-CML-ICM48285","price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/icm48285.jpg?v=1695205991"},{"product_id":"icm-1-48th-scale-ah-1g-arctic-cobra","title":"ICM 1\/48th scale AH-1G Arctic Cobra - Limited Edition","description":"The Bell AH-1 Cobra is a single-engined attack helicopter developed and manufactured by the American rotorcraft manufacturer Bell Helicopter. A member of the prolific Huey family, the AH-1 is also referred to as the HueyCobra or Snake.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe AH-1 was rapidly developed as an interim gunship in response to the United States Army's needs in the Vietnam War. It used the same engine, transmission and rotor system of the Bell UH-1 Iroquois, which had already proven itself to be a capable platform during the conflict, but paired it with a redesigned narrow fuselage among other features. The original AH-1, being a dedicated attack helicopter, came equipped with stub wings for various weapons, a chin-mounted gun turret, and an armored tandem cockpit, from which it was operated by a pilot and gunner. Its design was shaped to fulfill a need for a dedicated armed escort for transport helicopters, giving the latter greater survivability in contested environments. On 7 September 1965, the Model 209 prototype performed its maiden flight; after rapidly gaining the support of various senior officials, quantity production of the type proceeded rapidly with little revision.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDuring June 1967, the first examples of the AH-1 entered service with the US Army and was promptly deployed to the Vietnam theater. It commonly provided fire support to friendly ground forces, escorted transport helicopters, and flew in \"hunter killer\" teams by pairing with Hughes OH-6A Cayuse scout helicopters. In the Vietnam War alone, the Cobra fleet cumulatively chalked up in excess of one million operational hours; roughly 300 AH-1s were also lost in combat. In addition to the US Army, various other branches of the US military also opted to acquire the type, particularly the United States Marine Corps. Furthermore, numerous export sales were completed with several overseas countries, including Israel, Japan, and Turkey.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor several decades, the AH-1 formed the core of the US Army's attack helicopter fleet, seeing combat in Vietnam, Grenada, Panama, and the Gulf War. In US Army service, the Cobra was progressively replaced by the newer and more capable Boeing AH-64 Apache during the 1990s, with the final examples being withdrawn during 2001. The Israeli Air Force (IAF) operated the Cobra most prolifically along its land border with Lebanon, using its fleet intensively during the 1982 Lebanon War. Turkish AH-1s have seen regular combat with Kurdish insurgents near Turkey's southern borders. Upgraded versions of the Cobra have been developed, such as the twin engined AH-1 SeaCobra\/SuperCobra and the experimental Bell 309 KingCobra. Furthermore, surplus AH-1 helicopters have been reused for other purposes, including civilian ones; numerous examples have been converted to perform aerial firefighting operations.","brand":"ICM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46565087576378,"sku":"MMMS-CML-ICM48299","price":33.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/icm48299.jpg?v=1695206125"},{"product_id":"revell-1-72nd-scale-grumman-f-11-tiger","title":"Collectors: Revell 1\/72nd scale Grumman F-11 Tiger","description":"\u003cp\u003eRevellThe Grumman F11F\/F-11 Tiger is a supersonic, single-seat carrier-based fighter aircraft designed and produced by the American aircraft manufacturer Grumman. For a time, it held the world altitude record of 76,939 feet, as well as being the first supersonic fighter to be produced by Grumman.[2]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWork on what would become the Tiger commended in 1952 as a design study, internally designated G-98, to improve the F9F-6\/7 Cougar. However, the resulting design produced had little association with the Cougar by the end of the project. The U.S. Navy Bureau of Aeronautics placed order for two prototypes, initially designated XF9F-8. On 30 July 1954, the first prototype performed its maiden flight, during which it almost achieved Mach 1; the second prototype became the second U.S. Navy aircraft to exceed the speed of sound. On 21 September 1956, the Tiger became the first jet aircraft to shoot itself down. Originally designated the F11F Tiger in April 1955 under the pre-1962 Navy designation system, the aircraft was redesignated as F-11 Tiger under the 1962 United States Tri-Service aircraft designation system. A total of 200 Tigers were produced for the United States Navy, with the last aircraft being delivered to the service on 23 January 1959.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Tiger entered service with the U.S. Navy during 1956, and was flown from the carriers Intrepid, Lexington, Hancock, Bon Homme Richard, Shangri-La, Forrestal, Saratoga and Ranger. Frontline use of the Tiger was relatively brief, largely due to its performance being inferior to the competing Vought F-8 Crusader, such as its limited endurance, while its Wright J65 turbojet engine had also proved to be somewhat unreliable. Through to the late 1960s, the aircraft used flown by the Naval Air Training Command in South Texas at NAS Chase Field and NAS Kingsville, to give students experience of supersonic flight. Between 1957 and 1969, the Tiger was used by the Blue Angels flight team, being eventually replaced by the McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II. The last examples were withdrawn from U.S. Navy service during 1969, although a handful of aircraft remained operational and were conducting test flights as late as 1975.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Revell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46581972369722,"sku":"MMMS-EBY-RVMT01","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/IMGP3714.jpg?v=1695049518"},{"product_id":"aurora-1-72nd-scale-republic-f-105-thunderchief","title":"Collectors: Aurora 1\/72nd scale Republic F-105 Thunderchief","description":"The Republic F-105 Thunderchief was an American supersonic fighter-bomber that served with the United States Air Force from 1958 to 1984. Capable of Mach 2, it conducted the majority of strike bombing missions during the early years of the Vietnam War; it was the only American aircraft to have been removed from combat due to high loss rates.[1] It was originally designed as a single-seat, nuclear-attack aircraft; a two-seat Wild Weasel version was later developed for the specialized Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses (SEAD) role against surface-to-air missile sites. The F-105 was commonly known as the \"Thud\" by its crews.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a follow-on to the Mach 1 capable North American F-100 Super Sabre, the F-105 was also armed with missiles and a rotary cannon; however, its design was tailored to high-speed low-altitude penetration carrying a single nuclear weapon internally. First flown in 1955, the Thunderchief entered service in 1958. The single-engine F-105 could deliver a bomb load greater than some American heavy bombers of World War II such as the Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress and Consolidated B-24 Liberator. The F-105 was one of the primary attack aircraft of the Vietnam War; over 20,000 Thunderchief sorties were flown, with 382 aircraft lost including 62 operational (non-combat) losses (out of the 833 produced). Although less agile than smaller MiG fighters, USAF F-105s were credited with 27.5 kills.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDuring the conflict, the single-seat F-105D was the primary aircraft delivering heavy bomb loads against the various military targets. Meanwhile, the two-seat F-105F and F-105G Wild Weasel variants became the first dedicated SEAD platforms, fighting against the Soviet-built S-75 Dvina (NATO reporting name: SA-2 Guideline) surface-to-air missiles. Two Wild Weasel pilots were awarded the Medal of Honor for attacking North Vietnamese surface-to-air missile sites, with one shooting down two MiG-17s the same day. The dangerous missions often required them to be the \"first in, last out\", suppressing enemy air defenses while strike aircraft accomplished their missions and then left the area.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen the Thunderchief entered service it was the largest single-seat, single-engine combat aircraft in history, weighing approximately 50,000 pounds (23,000 kg).[2] It could exceed the speed of sound at sea level and reach Mach 2 at high altitude.[3] The F-105 could carry up to 14,000 lb (6,400 kg) of bombs and missiles. The Thunderchief was later replaced as a strike aircraft over North Vietnam by both the McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II and the swing-wing General Dynamics F-111 Aardvark. However, the \"Wild Weasel\" variants of the F-105 remained in service until early 1984, at which point they were replaced by the specialized F-4G \"Wild Weasel V\".","brand":"Aurora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46582008021306,"sku":"MMMS-EBY-AURT01","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/IMGP3712.jpg?v=1695049277"},{"product_id":"copy-of-airfix-starter-set-pagani-huayra","title":"Airfix 1\/43rd scale Starter Set - Jaguar E-Type","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Jaguar E-Type, or the Jaguar XK-E for the North American market, is a British sports car that was manufactured by Jaguar Cars Ltd between 1961 and 1974. Its combination of aesthetics, high performance, and competitive pricing established the model as an icon of the motoring world. The E-Type's claimed 150 miles per hour (240 km\/h) top speed, sub-7-second 0 to 60 mph (97 km\/h) acceleration, unitary construction, disc brakes, rack-and-pinion steering, and independent front and rear suspension distinguished the car and spurred industry-wide changes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe E-Type was based on Jaguar's D-Type racing car, which had won the 24 Hours of Le Mans for three consecutive years beginning in 1955.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe E-Type employed what was, for the early 1960s, a novel design principle, with a front subframe carrying the engine, front suspension and front bodywork bolted directly to the body tub. No ladder frame chassis, as was common at the time, was needed and as such the first cars weighed only 1,315 kg (2,899 lb).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is rumoured that, on its debut on 15 March 1961, Enzo Ferrari called it \"the most beautiful car ever made\", but this statement is not fully confirmed.[8] In 2004, Sports Car International magazine placed the E-Type at number one on their list of Top Sports Cars of the 1960s. In March 2008, the Jaguar E-Type ranked first in The Daily Telegraph's online list of the world's \"100 most beautiful cars\" of all time. Outside automotive circles, the E-type has featured in the Diabolik comic series, Austin Powers films and the television series Mad Men.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46600098152762,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A55009","price":13.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/a55009_1.jpg?v=1695037772"},{"product_id":"airfix-starter-set-volkswagen-beetle","title":"Airfix Starter Set - Volkswagen Beetle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Volkswagen Beetle—officially the Volkswagen Type 1,[a] is an economy car that was manufactured and marketed by the German company Volkswagen (VW) from 1938 until 2003. It has a rear-engine design with a two-door body style and is intended for five occupants (later, Beetles were restricted to four people in some countries).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe need for a people's car (Volkswagen in German), its concept and its functional objectives were formulated by the leader of Nazi Germany, Adolf Hitler, who wanted a cheap, simple car to be mass-produced for his country's new road network (Reichsautobahn). Members of the National Socialist party, with an additional dues surcharge, were promised the first production, but the Spanish Civil War shifted most production resources to military vehicles to support the Nationalists under Francisco Franco.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLead engineer Ferdinand Porsche and his team took until 1938 to finalise the design. Béla Barényi[12] is credited with conceiving the original basic design for this car in 1925, notably by Mercedes-Benz, on their website, including his original technical drawing, five years before Porsche claimed to have done his initial version. The influence on Porsche's design of other contemporary cars, such as the Tatra V570, and the work of Josef Ganz remains a subject of dispute.[16] The result was the first Volkswagen, and one of the first rear-engined cars since the Brass Era. With 21,529,464 produced, the Beetle is the longest-running and most-manufactured car of a single platform ever made.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlthough designed in the 1930s, due to World War II, civilian Beetles only began to be produced in significant numbers by the end of the 1940s. The car was then internally designated the Volkswagen Type 1, and marketed simply as the Volkswagen. Later models were designated Volkswagen 1200, 1300, 1500, 1302, or 1303, the first three indicating engine displacement, the last two derived from the model number.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe car became widely known in its home country as the Käfer (German for \"beetle\", cognate with English chafer) and was later marketed under that name in Germany, and as the Volkswagen in other countries. For example, in France it was known as the Coccinelle (French for ladybug).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe original 25 hp (18.6 kW) Beetle was designed for a top speed around 100 km\/h (62 mph), which would be a viable cruising speed on the Reichsautobahn system. As Autobahn speeds increased in the postwar years, its output was boosted to 36, then 40 hp (26.8, then 29.8 kW), the configuration that lasted through 1966 and became the \"classic\" Volkswagen motor. The Beetle gave rise to multiple variants: mainly the 1950 Type 2 'Bus', the 1955 Karmann Ghia, as well as the 1961 Type 3 'Ponton' and the 1968 Type 4 (411\/412) family cars, ultimately forming the basis of an entirely rear-engined VW product range.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Beetle marked a significant trend, led by Volkswagen, and then by Fiat and Renault, whereby the rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout increased from 2.6 percent of continental Western Europe's car production in 1946 to 26.6 percent in 1956. In 1959 even General Motors launched an air-cooled, rear-engined car, the Chevrolet Corvair—which also shared the Beetle's flat engine and swing axle architecture.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOver time, front-wheel drive, and frequently hatchback-bodied cars would come to dominate the European small-car market. In 1974, Volkswagen's own front-wheel drive Golf hatchback succeeded the Beetle. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the 1999 Car of the Century competition, to determine the world's most influential car in the 20th century, the Type 1 came fourth, after the Ford Model T, the Mini, and the Citroën DS.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46600170209594,"sku":"MMMS-GAM-A55207","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/A55207_Volkswagen_Beetle_3D_Box.jpg?v=1695832871"},{"product_id":"airfix-english-electric-lightning-f-2a-gift-set","title":"Airfix 1\/72nd scale English Electric Lightning F.2A Gift Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe English Electric Lightning is a British fighter aircraft that served as an interceptor during the 1960s, the 1970s and into the late 1980s. It was capable of a top speed of above Mach 2. The Lightning was designed, developed, and manufactured by English Electric. After EE merged with other aircraft manufacturers to form British Aircraft Corporation it was marketed as the BAC Lightning. It was operated by the Royal Air Force (RAF), the Kuwait Air Force (KAF), and the Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF).\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA unique feature of the Lightning's design is the vertical, staggered configuration of its two Rolls-Royce Avon turbojet engines within the fuselage. The Lightning was designed and developed as an interceptor to defend the airfields of the British \"V bomber\" strategic nuclear force from attack by anticipated future nuclear-armed supersonic Soviet bombers such as what emerged as the Tupolev Tu-22 \"Blinder\", but it was subsequently also required to intercept other bomber aircraft such as the Tupolev Tu-16 (\"Badger\") and the Tupolev Tu-95 (\"Bear\").\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Lightning has exceptional rate of climb, ceiling, and speed; pilots have described flying it as \"being saddled to a skyrocket\". This performance and the initially limited fuel supply meant that its missions are dictated to a high degree by its limited range.[5] Later developments provided greater range and speed along with aerial reconnaissance and ground-attack capability. Overwing fuel tank fittings were installed in the F6 variant and gave an extended range, but limited maximum speed to a reported 1,000 miles per hour (1,600 km\/h).\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFollowing retirement by the RAF on 30 April 1988, many of the remaining aircraft became museum exhibits. Until 2009, three Lightnings were kept flying at \"Thunder City\" in Cape Town, South Africa. In September 2008, the Institution of Mechanical Engineers conferred on the Lightning its \"Engineering Heritage Award\" at a ceremony at BAE Systems (the successor to BAC) Warton Aerodrome.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Eurofighter Typhoon is a highly agile aircraft, designed to be an effective dogfighter in combat. Later production aircraft have been increasingly better equipped to undertake air-to-surface strike missions and to be compatible with an increasing number of different armaments and equipment, including Storm Shadow, Brimstone and Marte ER missiles. The Typhoon had its combat debut during the 2011 military intervention in Libya with the UK's Royal Air Force (RAF) and the Italian Air Force, performing aerial reconnaissance and ground-strike missions. The type has also taken primary responsibility for air-defence duties for the majority of customer nations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46600237252922,"sku":"MMMS-GAM-A55305A","price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/a55305a_1.jpg?v=1695037649"},{"product_id":"airfix-1-35th-scale-ferret-scout-car-mk-2","title":"Airfix 1\/35th scale Ferret Scout Car Mk.2","description":"The Ferret armoured car, also commonly called the Ferret scout car, is a British armoured fighting vehicle designed and built for reconnaissance purposes. The Ferret was produced between 1952 and 1971 by the UK company Daimler. It was widely used by regiments in the British Army, as well as the RAF Regiment and Commonwealth countries throughout the period.","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46726702629178,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A1379","price":22.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/A1379-FERRET-SCOUT-CAR-Mk-2-Size-50-FRONT.jpg?v=1695209387"},{"product_id":"airfix-1-48th-scale-westland-sea-king","title":"Airfix 1\/48th scale Westland Sea King HAS.1\/HAS.5\/HU.5","description":"The Westland WS-61 Sea King is a British licence-built version of the American Sikorsky S-61 helicopter of the same name, built by Westland Helicopters. The aircraft differs considerably from the American version, with Rolls-Royce Gnome engines (derived from the US General Electric T58), British-made anti-submarine warfare systems and a fully computerised flight control system. The Sea King was primarily designed for performing anti-submarine warfare (ASW) missions. A Sea King variant known as the Commando was developed by Westland to serve as a troop transport.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn British service, the Westland Sea King provided a wide range of services in both the Royal Navy and the Royal Air Force. As well as wartime roles in the Falklands War, the Gulf War, the Bosnian War, the Iraq War and the Afghanistan War, the Sea King is perhaps most well known in its capacity as a Royal Navy Search and Rescue (red and grey livery) and RAF Search and Rescue Force (yellow livery) helicopter. The Sea King was also adapted to meet the Royal Navy's requirement for a ship-based airborne early warning platform.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn 26 September 2018, the last remaining Sea King variant in Royal Navy service was retired. Most operators have replaced, or are planning to replace, the Sea King with more modern helicopters, such as the NHIndustries NH90 and the AgustaWestland AW101. HeliOperations continue to operate three Mk 5 Sea Kings, based at RNAS Portland, training German Navy pilots.","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46727335182650,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A11006","price":54.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/a11006_1.jpg?v=1695212247"},{"product_id":"airfix-1-72nd-scale-avro-vulcan-b-2","title":"Airfix 1\/72nd scale Avro Vulcan B.2","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item grid__item--60\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccupying a significant position in the history of post war British aviation, the Avro Vulcan was without doubt one of the most distinctive aircraft ever to take to the skies, with its huge delta wing profile becoming almost as iconic as the elliptical wing of the Supermarine Spitfire. Built to satisfy an extremely demanding Air Ministry requirement for a fast, high altitude strategic bomber, capable of carrying a special payload of 10,000 imperial pounds in weight (a nuclear device), the new aircraft was intended to serve as an airborne deterrent to any future military threat against the UK, with the required specifications representing a 100% increase in the capabilities of any previous British bomber aircraft. When the Vulcan made its maiden flight in August 1952, the Avro team were well on the way to presenting the Royal Air Force with not only the worlds first delta bomber, but also one of the worlds most effective strike bombers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, all this was achieved just nine years since the Avro Lancasters of RAF No.617 Squadron had launched their famous raid against the great dams of the Ruhr Valley. As the Avro Vulcan entered squadron service with No.83 Squadron at RAF Waddington in July 1957, Britain now possessed the fastest nuclear capable bomber in the world. It seems strange to describe an aircraft which possessed such potential for untold destruction as Britains most effective peace keeping asset, however, that is exactly what the Vulcan turned out to be. Throughout the aggressive posturing of the Cold War, the Warsaw Pact nations were in no doubt that if they dared to launch an attack against a NATO member country, the consequences of the inevitable retaliatory strike would be catastrophic. Without Doubt, during the early years of its service career, nothing represented this doomsday scenario more effectively than the mighty Avro Vulcan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Royal Air Force exhaustively trained their new Vulcan crews to provide Britain with an effective Quick Reaction Alert strike force, Avro engineers were already working to improve the capabilities of their original, iconic design. In order to ensure the aircraft continued to maintain its effective deterrent threat and stayed one step ahead of advances in Easter Bloc fighter and surface-to-air missile technology, designers incorporated developments which endowed the aircraft with greater range, speed and altitude performance. The installation of more powerful versions of the Vulcans Bristol Olympus engines would result in a number of unforeseen stability issues with these first bombers, which concerned designers enough to necessitate a re-design of the original wing shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the time the definitive B.2 variant of the Vulcan entered service, the aircrafts wing area had increased significantly and although still classed as a delta, would look quite different from the first bombers which entered service. To cope with the increased power availability from subsequent engine upgrades and to cure the instability issues of the original straight wing design, the B.2 wing had two defined kinks in its leading edge, well forward of the profile of the original wing design. Rather than detract from the pleasing aesthetics of the early Vulcans delta wing, the B.2 actually enhanced the profile of the aircraft and even though these changes were obviously made for reasons of operational effectiveness, as opposed to appearance, the B.2 would go on to be considered the most famous (and most numerous) of all the RAFs Vulcans. The service introduction of the Vulcan B.2 in July 1960 coincided with the availability of more capable nuclear weapons for the V-bomber force, both in number and destructive potential. It would also bring about a change in thinking regarding the delivery of such weapons, as significant advances in Soviet anti-aircraft technology now threatened the success of a free-fall gravity bomb mission. A significant new weapon would have to be developed in order to maintain the deterrent threat of the Vulcan and its V-bomber partners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped to maintain the validity of Britain's nuclear deterrent threat, designers at Avro produced the powerful Blue Steel air-launched, nuclear stand-off missile, which would allow V-bomber crews to launch their attacks 100 miles away from their intended target and out of the range of Soviet surface-to-air missile batteries, allowing crews valuable additional time to avoid the resultant blast. Further boosting the effectiveness of the V-bomber force, the arrival of Blue Steel raised the nuclear stakes in Britains favour once more and would have caused much consternation amongst the Warsaw Pact nations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe responsibility of providing Britain's strategic nuclear deterrent passed to the submarines of the Royal Navy in July 1969 and saw the RAF performing its final V-bomber Blue Steel mission late the following year. Although taking on a more conventional strike role, RAF Vulcans would retain a nuclear capability and maintain their position as one of the worlds most effective bombers for the next fourteen years, before finally being withdrawn from service. Due to the affection in which this aircraft was held by the British public, the Vulcan Display Flight was almost immediately formed to operate one aircraft on the UK Airshow circuit for a further nine years, before itself being disbanded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo the amazement of the historic aviation world, the last flying Avro Vulcan, XH558, the aircraft which had previously served as the Vulcan Display Flight aircraft, triumphantly returned to the air once more, this time in the hands of a civilian organisation in October 2007. Over the course of the next eight years, the Vulcan thrilled millions of people around the country, becoming something of an aviation national treasure a relic of the Cold War which was held in great public affection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46804561133882,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A12011","price":68.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/A12011_1_AVRO-VULCAN-B2_PACK.jpg?v=1695828857"},{"product_id":"copy-of-airfix-1-48th-scale-westland-sea-king-has-1-has-5-hu-5","title":"Airfix 1\/48th scale Westland Lynx HMA8\/Mk.88A\/Mk.90B","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Westland Lynx is a British multi role helicopter that has seen service in both land based army forms as well as ship based naval variants. Entering service in 1977, the Lynx has since seen many upgrades and improvements throughout its service history. The Mk8 naval variant entered service with the Royal Navy in the early 1990s and has since gone on to provide them with an excellent maritime attack helicopter, performing well in the anti-submarine role as well as search and rescue and more recently anti-piracy operations off the coast of Somalia. Fiercely armed with either missiles, depth charges or a heavy machine gun the Lynx is a formidable machine and is more than capable of taking on the best of the world's surface vessels as well as any potential underwater threat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46804628767034,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A10107A","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/a10107a_1.jpg?v=1696509284"},{"product_id":"airfix-1-48th-scale-gloster-meteor-f-8-korea","title":"Airfix 1\/48th scale Gloster Meteor F.8 Korea","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn many respects, the Gloster Meteor could be regarded as Britain's jet powered equivalent of the Spitfire, the first of a new breed of fighter which would go on to patrol Britain's skies for many years following its squadron introduction in July 1944. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe later F.8 variant was arguably the most effective version of the Meteor and for the five years following its introduction, it would form the backbone of the Britain's fighter defence force. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 1,183 aircraft built, the F.8 was both the final single seat fighter variant of the Meteor and the most heavily produced, arguably making this one of the most important British aircraft of the post war era.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46804692959546,"sku":"MMMS-AHM-A09184","price":42.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/A09184_Gloster_Meteor_F8_3D_Box.jpg?v=1696507935"},{"product_id":"airfix-1-48th-scale-bristol-blenheim-mk-i","title":"Airfix 1\/48th scale Hawker Hunter FGA.9\/FR.10\/GA.11","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item grid__item--60\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProving the old adage 'If it looks right, then it is right', the Hawker Hunter was a thing of aviation beauty, streamlined and cultured, but a deadly fighting aeroplane at heart. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderlining the Hunter's adaptability, the FGA.9 variant was developed in response to an RAF requirement to replace ground attack Venoms serving with units in the Middle East and was basically an F.6 airframe optimised for close air support operations. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrengthening the Hunter's wing enabled it to carry an impressive array of offensive ordnance, with the FGA.9 presenting the RAF with one of their most capable ground attack fighters. 128 Hunter FGA.9s would see service with home based and overseas squadrons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item grid__item--40\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section section--default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46804837531962,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A09192","price":42.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/A09192_1.jpg?v=1696508010"},{"product_id":"airfix-1-48th-scale-canadair-sabre-f-4","title":"Airfix 1\/48th scale Canadair Sabre F.4","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe last few months of the Second World War saw the introduction of the worlds first operational jet aircraft and with their appearance, a clear indication as to the future of aviation. Taking a significant lead in jet powered aviation technology, Germany was at least 12 months ahead of their Allied adversaries in this regard and with the end of the conflict, there was a rush to gain access to as much of this information as possible, so it could be applied to British, American and Soviet aviation projects. In the US, the aviation industry had concentrated their efforts on perfecting piston powered aviation during the war, a decision which was vindicated through the success of the P-51 Mustang and the sheer numbers available to Allied air forces. Inevitably, this would have an impact on Americas entry into the jet age and whilst their first operational jet fighter, the Lockheed P-80 Shooting Star, was an excellent aircraft, it utilised the straight wing technology synonymous with WWII designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its P-51 Mustang being widely regarded as the best single engined fighter of WWII, it was not long before the designers at North American aviation applied their undoubted talents to producing a new jet powered fighter, one which would incorporate research material obtained from the German jet programme. In their quest for ever greater speed, the new aircraft featured a 35% wing sweep and beautifully streamlined fuselage, whilst retaining the exceptional pilot visibility first introduced on the D variant of the Mustang. With three nose mounted .50 calibre machine guns on either side of the fuselage, the new Sabre shared much with the attributes of its piston engined predecessor, beautiful to look at, but a deadly fighting aeroplane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first flight of the XP-86 prototype took place on 1st October 1947, in the hands of famous WWII Pearl Harbor Curtiss P-40 fighter ace George Welsh, who was North Americans chief test pilot at that time. Later in the development programme, an F-86A Sabre would go on to set a new world airspeed record of 670.84 mph, underlining the credentials of this important new fighter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn entering USAF service in 1949, the North American F-86 Sabre was not only Americas first swept wing fighter, but also the fastest fighter in the world and one of the most important aircraft in the post war jet era. The Korean War would witness the advent of the first jet versus jet combat and pitch Americas new jet fighter against the latest Soviet design, the highly capable Mikoyan Gurevich MiG-15, an aircraft which possessed a great aviation pedigree of its own and one which proved to be quite a shock for Western Powers. With both aircraft possessing advantages over the other, this aerial duel would prove to be quite an even contest, with the more robust training and previous WWII experience of Sabre pilots proving decisive in the end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhilst US military planners were quick to publish combat victory ratios of 10:1 in favour of the F-86 Sabre, later research suggested the Sabres dominance was probably nearer 3:1, though still underlining the effectiveness of the aircraft. As one of the worlds first classic jet fighters, the F-86 Sabre was produced in great quantities and went on to serve with around 30 of the worlds air forces, as well as being produced under licence in Canada, Australia, Japan and Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOut of a final total production run which exceeded 9,800 aircraft, the Royal Air Force would operate around 430 Canadian built Sabres from 1953 until 1956, as the introduction of the excellent Soviet MiG-15 continued to have an impact on NATO military strategies. With the indigenously designed Supermarine Swift and Hawker Hunter still in development, the Sabre provided the RAF with a capable jet fighter at a crucial period in world history and whilst they would only see service for a relatively short period, it bought the RAF valuable time until they could introduce their own swept wing fighter designs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46811041890618,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A08109","price":36.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/A08109_1_CANADAIR-SABRE-F4_PACK.jpg?v=1696502098"},{"product_id":"airfix-1-48th-scale-north-american-f-86f-40-sabre","title":"Airfix 1\/48th scale North American F-86F-40 Sabre","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe last few months of the Second World War saw the introduction of the worlds first operational jet aircraft and with their appearance, a clear indication as to the future of aviation. Taking a significant lead in jet powered aviation technology, Germany was at least 12 months ahead of their Allied adversaries in this regard and with the end of the conflict, there was a rush to gain access to as much of this information as possible, so it could be applied to British, American and Soviet aviation projects. In the US, the aviation industry had concentrated their efforts on perfecting piston powered aviation during the war, a decision which was vindicated through the success of the P-51 Mustang and the sheer numbers available to Allied air forces. Inevitably, this would have an impact on Americas entry into the jet age and whilst their first operational jet fighter, the Lockheed P-80 Shooting Star, was an excellent aircraft, it utilised the straight wing technology synonymous with WWII designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its P-51 Mustang being widely regarded as the best single engined fighter of WWII, it was not long before the designers at North American aviation applied their undoubted talents to producing a new jet powered fighter, one which would incorporate research material obtained from the German jet programme. In their quest for ever greater speed, the new aircraft featured a 35% wing sweep and beautifully streamlined fuselage, whilst retaining the exceptional pilot visibility first introduced on the D variant of the Mustang. With three nose mounted .50 calibre machine guns on either side of the fuselage, the new Sabre shared much with the attributes of its piston engined predecessor, beautiful to look at, but a deadly fighting aeroplane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first flight of the XP-86 prototype took place on 1st October 1947, in the hands of famous WWII Pearl Harbor Curtiss P-40 fighter ace George Welsh, who was North Americans chief test pilot at that time. Later in the development programme, an F-86A Sabre would go on to set a new world airspeed record of 670.84 mph, underlining the credentials of this important new fighter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn entering USAF service in 1949, the North American F-86 Sabre was not only Americas first swept wing fighter, but also the fastest fighter in the world and one of the most important aircraft in the post war jet era. The Korean War would witness the advent of the first jet versus jet combat and pitch Americas new jet fighter against the latest Soviet design, the highly capable Mikoyan Gurevich MiG-15, an aircraft which possessed a great aviation pedigree of its own and one which proved to be quite a shock for Western Powers. With both aircraft possessing advantages over the other, this aerial duel would prove to be quite an even contest, with the more robust training and previous WWII experience of Sabre pilots proving decisive in the end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhilst US military planners were quick to publish combat victory ratios of 10:1 in favour of the F-86 Sabre, later research suggested the Sabres dominance was probably nearer 3:1, though still underlining the effectiveness of the aircraft. As one of the worlds first classic jet fighters, the F-86 Sabre was produced in great quantities and went on to serve with around 30 of the worlds air forces, as well as being produced under licence in Canada, Australia, Japan and Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOut of a final total production run which exceeded 9,800 aircraft, the Royal Air Force would operate around 430 Canadian built Sabres from 1953 until 1956, as the introduction of the excellent Soviet MiG-15 continued to have an impact on NATO military strategies. With the indigenously designed Supermarine Swift and Hawker Hunter still in development, the Sabre provided the RAF with a capable jet fighter at a crucial period in world history and whilst they would only see service for a relatively short period, it bought the RAF valuable time until they could introduce their own swept wing fighter designs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46811077181754,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A08110","price":36.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/A08110_1.jpg?v=1696508336"},{"product_id":"airfix-1-72nd-scale-mcdonnell-douglas-phantom-fg-1-fgr-2","title":"Airfix 1\/72nd scale McDonnell Douglas Phantom FG.1\/FGR.2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith the RAF already operating Phantoms initially intended for the Royal Navy at Leuchars air base in Fife, the withdrawal of HMS Ark Royal in 1978 meant that they also inherited the rest of the Fleet Air Arm Phantom fleet. Nos 43 and 111 Squadrons would use the Phantom FG.1 to defend Britains airspace until 1989, when they both converted to the BAe Tornado F.3.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46842363117882,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A06019A","price":31.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/A06019A_1.jpg?v=1695831354"},{"product_id":"airfix-1-72nd-scale-blackburn-buccaneer-s-2-gulf-war","title":"Airfix 1\/72nd scale Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B GULF WAR","description":"\u003cp\u003eDuring RAF air operations in the Gulf War of 1991, the effectiveness of Iraqi anti-aircraft defences resulted in Tornado and Jaguar strike missions having to be flown at higher altitudes, thus reducing their effectiveness. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey needed the support of the RAF's ageing Blackburn Buccaneer jets with their 'Pave Spike' laser designator equipment to deliver ‘smart’ munitions effectively, the only trouble was, these aircraft were back at their home base in Scotland. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe race was on to prepare and fly twelve Buccaneers in newly applied 'Desert Camouflage' and their laser designator equipment to the Persian Gulf and in just a matter of days, the self-titled 'Sky Pirates' were on their way.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46842400178490,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A06022A","price":31.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/A06022A_1.jpg?v=1695829901"},{"product_id":"airfix-1-72nd-scale-supermarine-seafire-f-xvii","title":"Airfix 1\/48th scale Supermarine Seafire F.XVII","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrace yourself for a stealthily guarded FAA revelation!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA masterpiece of the skies, and now your Airfix workbench, the Supermarine Seafire returns to our range after a ten-year absence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XVII was the first of the Seafire variants to feature a cut-down rear fuselage and distinctive teardrop-style canopy. The aircraft could carry a heavier weapons load thanks to reinforced construction, with both fuel tanks and rockets under the wings. This plane flew on the frontline until the early 1950s when it downgraded to training duties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Navy’s answer to the ever-popular Spitfire, this masterpiece astounded the world with its unrivalled performance in the most demanding of conditions. It effortlessly operated from aircraft carriers, making it a formidable presence over land and sea. Folding wings allowed it to take off swiftly and land on the decks of naval vessels, extending its reach and influence over the ocean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe awe-inspiring design ensured agility and speed, boasting sleek, aerodynamic contours radiating elegance and boosting manoeuvrability. This machine reached top speeds of approximately 378 miles per hour (608km\/h), giving pilots an unyielding advantage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46842425016634,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A06102A","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/a06102a_1.jpg?v=1696508634"},{"product_id":"airfix-1-48th-scale-de-havilland-vampire-f-3","title":"Airfix 1\/48th scale de Havilland Vampire F.3","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith the magnificent de Havilland Mosquito only just entering Royal Air Force service towards the end of 1941, designers at the company were next asked to turn their attentions to developing a new jet engine, one which was capable of powering a new generation of high speed fighter aircraft. Entrusted to the brilliant mind of engine designer Frank Halford, he was determined that his engine would be less complicated and of simpler design than the one being developed by his rival, Frank Whittle and he was ready to test his engine by April 1942. Showing great promise and producing the intended level of thrust, the only thing to do now was to see how it performed in the air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt a time when jet engine technology was still in its infancy and these early engines were both a little lacking in power and slow to respond to power input commands, de Havilland's decision to produce their first jet aircraft as a single engined design was a brave one and placed great faith in the performance of their new jet engine. The diminutive new aircraft was initially designated de Havilland DH.100 'Spider Crab', with this codename used to mask the secret nature of the aircraft's development. Constructed around the new de Havilland Goblin 1 turbojet, the aircraft featured a relatively short, egg shaped central fuselage nacelle and employed a unique twin-boom tail configuration for control stability which allowed the engine'â„¢s thrust to egress directly from the central fuselage. With a requirement to take the pressure off the wartime aviation industry, this experimental aircraft had to be constructed of both wood and metal and it is interesting to note that the majority of the fuselage employed the same laminated plywood construction the company had perfected during Mosquito production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnfortunately for the de Havilland team working on the new jet, their Mosquito was proving to be such a war winner that this experimental project was deemed of lesser importance than producing Mosquitos, probably rightly so for Britain's war effort. To rub salt into this aviation wound, the first flight of the aircraft would be further delayed for an unbelievable reason - the only serviceable jet engine was ordered to be sent to America to help with the advancement of their own jet powered project. Mosquito production priority and a series of unforeseen delays eventually dictated that the Gloster Meteor's development outpaced that of its de Havilland competitor, with the Meteor taking the honour of being Britain's first jet aircraft to enter service and the only Allied jet of WWII.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaking its first flight on 20th September 1943, de Havilland DH.100 'Spider Crab' LZ548\/G took off from the company's Hatfield airfield in the hands of chief test pilot Geoffrey de Havilland Jr. Interestingly, the 'G' used in the identification code highlights the secret nature of the project and required that the aircraft must be guarded at all times whilst on the ground. This first flight lasted just over 30 minutes, during which time the aircraft exceeded 400mph and showed great promise, however, it would be April 1945 before a production aircraft would take to the air, by which time the new jet fighter had been christened the Vampire. Despite its protracted development, Britain's second jet fighter to enter service would prove to be something of a classic and is now regarded as one of the most successful early jet aircraft in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vampire F.Mk.I entered Royal Air Force service in March 1946, to be followed by the revised and more capable F.3 just two years later. The Vampire F.3 was basically a longer range version of its predecessor, featuring increased internal fuel capacity and the ability to carry two external fuel tanks. This latest variant also differed visually, in that it incorporated taller and more rounded vertical stabilisers, a lowered horizontal stabiliser and distinctive 'acorn' fairings at the base of each vertical stabiliser. Although this was still relatively new technology, de Havilland cleverly designed the aircraft to be simple to maintain and operate, earning the aircraft an enviable reputation for reliability amongst air and ground crews alike and allowing more pilots to safely make the transition to jet powered flight. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a number of significant firsts to its name, the Vampire was the first RAF aircraft to exceed 500 mph, with the extra range of the F.3 allowing this to be the first jet fighter to cross the Atlantic. The Vampire F.3's of No.32 Squadron were also the first RAF jet fighters to be deployed outside Northwest Europe and the first to operate in the higher temperatures of the Mediterranean. Without doubt, the de Havilland Vampire has to be considered one of the most important early jet fighters in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46842439991610,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A06107","price":31.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/A06107_1_de-havilland-vampire-f3.jpg?v=1696507807"},{"product_id":"copy-of-airfix-1-48th-scale-de-havilland-vampire-fb-5-fb-9","title":"Airfix 1\/48th scale de Havilland Vampire FB.5\/FB.9","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlthough historically in the shadow of the Gloster Meteor, the de Havilland Vampire may have been the second jet fighter to enter Royal Air Force service, but was a hugely significant aircraft in its own right. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first RAF aircraft capable of exceeding 500mph, the Vampire was also the first single-engined jet-powered aircraft to cross the Atlantic Ocean, marking it as one of the most important of the world's early jets. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FB.5 fighter bomber was the most important variant of the aircraft with 1123 aircraft built and 930 seeing service with the Royal Air Force - those destined for service overseas were designated FB.9 and had cockpit air conditioning.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46842451722554,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A06108","price":31.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/a06108_1.jpg?v=1696507881"},{"product_id":"airfix-1-48th-scale-supermarine-spitfire-fr-mk-xiv-1","title":"Airfix 1\/48th scale Supermarine Spitfire F Mk.XVIII","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA variant of this famous fighting aeroplane which was the result of a desire to produce a 'Super Spitfire', the F Mk.XVIII was a further refinement of the Rolls Royce Griffon powered Mk.XIV, but one which incorporated a number of improvements over its predecessor. In addition to several cockpit enhancements for the pilot, the F Mk.XVIII also benefitted from increased fuel carrying capacity and strengthened wings, allowing it to carry either rockets or bombs in addition to its cannon and machine gun armament. With a total production run or 300 aircraft, the RAF would receive two versions of this fighter, the F.Mk.XVIII fitted with the standard E wing and the FR.Mk.XVIII, which included a camera for photo reconnaissance work. Too late to see service during WWII, these powerful Spitfires did see action as part of 'Operation Firedog' and actions against Communist guerrillas during the Malayan Emergency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46842738737466,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A05140","price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/A05140_1.jpg?v=1696508794"},{"product_id":"airfix-1-48th-scale-north-american-f-51d-mustang","title":"Airfix 1\/48th scale North American F-51D Mustang","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs arguably the finest fighter aircraft of WWII, the Mustang went on to be selected as the USAF primary piston engined fighter after the war, with all other types relegated to secondary roles, or withdrawn from service. The re-designation of USAF aircraft in 1948 saw the P for Pursuit change to F for Fighter, resulting in the Mustang becoming a North American F-51D.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScheme 1: Rotation Blues 67th FBS Korea \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScheme 2: F51D 77 Squadron RAAF Korea 1951 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScheme 3: J26 Mustang, Swedish Air Force\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced under licensed. Boeing, Douglas, McDonnell Douglas, North American Aviation, A-4 Skyhawk, AH-64 Apache Longbow, B-17 Flying Fortress, B-25 Mitchell, C-47, DC-3, F-4 Phantom, P-51 Mustang, their distinctive logos, product markings, and trade dress are all trademarks of The Boeing Company.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46842780385594,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A05136","price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/A05136_F51D-Mustang_BOX-FRONT.jpg?v=1696508275"},{"product_id":"airfix-1-72nd-scale-gloster-meteor-f-8","title":"Airfix 1\/72nd scale Gloster Meteor F.8","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs the world watched in awe as the first jet powered aircraft appeared in the skies over Europe towards the end of WWII, capable of attaining speeds over 100 mph faster than the latest piston engined fighters, it is interesting to note that development work on jet propulsion actually started in the 1930s, with engineers in both Britain and Germany searching for the next generation of engine power. Indeed, the first flight of a turbojet powered aircraft actually took place just days before the outbreak of the Second World War, however, conflict would necessitate the production of thousands of aircraft powered by existing piston technology, so jet powered advancement proved to be relatively slow. In Britain, brilliant engineer Frank Whittle produced a viable turbojet engine and when the powerplant was installed in the Gloster E28\/39 Pioneer for its first flight on 15th May 1941, it became the first British jet powered aircraft to fly - the race was now on to produce the first jet fighter for the Royal Air Force.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConducted under the strictest security, the Gloster Aircraft Company prepared their new twin engined jet fighter for flight testing, but on test flight days, all non-essential personnel would be dismissed from the airfield and local police would close the surrounding roads to stop prying eyes discovering this closely guarded aviation secret. If anyone did catch a glimpse of this strange new aircraft in the air, they would have no doubt wondered where the propellers were and why did it sound so strange? By the summer of 1944, the secret was out and as No.616 Squadron prepared to take the Gloster Meteor F.1 to war from its base at RAF Manston, the Royal Air Force had their first jet fighter and a new era for British aviation had begun.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBritain's first jet fighter was still quite a primitive design and the reason it proceeded as a twin engined aircraft was down to the fact that these early jet were not overly powerful and rather slow to respond to the pilot's power input requests, so the use of two engines seemed practical. The view from the cockpit was however superb, with no propeller to obscure the pilots view and plenty of power available once the aircraft was up to speed. Undergoing almost constant development, the early marks of Meteor were all based around the first aircraft to enter service, however, the service arrival of the F.8 variant in 1950 saw the Meteor maturing into a truly exceptional early jet, one which would not only see service with the RAF, but also with several other air arms across the world. Slightly longer than its predecessors, the F.8 featured uprated engines, greater fuel capacity and the inclusion of an ejector seat. To counter some instability issues discovered during development, the new aircraft also featured a redesigned tail unit, something which really serves to identify this later mark of Meteor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor five years following the squadron introduction of the Meteor F.8, the aircraft formed the backbone of the RAF's fighter defence force, a jet powered equivalent to the Spitfire's which patrolled Britain's skies during the Battle of Britain just ten years earlier.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46843237302586,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A04064","price":22.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/A04064-GLOSTER-METEOR-F8-Size-35-FRONT.jpg?v=1695831147"},{"product_id":"airfix-1-72nd-scale-english-electric-lightning-f2a","title":"Airfix 1\/72nd scale English Electric Lightning F2A","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe F2 introduced in 1962 was much modified in 1968 producing the F2A with square cut fin, kinked leading edges and enlarged ventral tank which gave an enhanced combat air patrol time of some 2 hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46843244020026,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A04054A","price":23.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/A04054A-ENGLISH-ELECTRIC-LIGHTNING-F2A-Size-35-FRONT.jpg?v=1695830910"},{"product_id":"airfix-1-72nd-scale-westland-sea-king-har-3-mk-43","title":"Airfix 1\/72nd scale Westland Sea King HAR.3\/Mk.43","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs one of the highest profile aircraft in Royal Air Force history, the Westland Sea King HAS.3 served in the Search and Rescue role for almost 38 years, saving countless lives over this period and earning the admiration of a grateful British public. Possessing impressive endurance and all-weather flying capability, the stable and reliable Sea King allowed crews to carry out rescue missions in some of the most challenging flying conditions imaginable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchemes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1) Westland Sea King Har.3, 78 Squadron RAF Mount Pleasant Falkland Islands Jan 1991.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2) Westland Sea King Mk.43 330 Squadron Royal Norwegian Air Force 1996.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Westland Sea King is a product of Leonardo MW Ltd and all rights in it, including its name, are hereby reserved. The models have been produced with the permission and assistance of Leonardo MW Ltd.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46843305525562,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A04063","price":22.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/A04063_3D-Box.jpg?v=1695828685"},{"product_id":"airfix-1-48th-scale-de-havilland-chipmunk-t-10","title":"Airfix 1\/48th scale de Havilland Chipmunk T.10","description":"With the de Havilland designed Tiger Moth biplane proving to be such an important pilot training aircraft during the Second World War, it is no wonder that the same company would have a say in producing its replacement, when both the RCAF and Royal Air Force were looking to upgrade their primary pilot training capabilities. In order to keep pace with wartime aircraft production and to allow increasing numbers of Canadian airmen to be trained, de Havilland established an overseas subsidiary in Canada, the de Havilland Aircraft Company of Canada.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollowing the end of WWII, the company began design work on a new aircraft, one intended as a replacement for the ageing Tiger Moths still in RCAF service. A tandem two seat monoplane, the new trainer incorporated many advances over its predecessor, but shared many of its design philosophies, in that it was intended to be both simple to maintain and relatively forgiving to fly - these aircraft needed to be in the air, earning their keep.Having the distinction of being the first aircraft type designed and built by de Havilland Canada, the first Chipmunk took to the skies in May 1946 and almost immediately gained interest from the military.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy April 1948, the Royal Canadian Air Force had taken delivery of their first Chipmunk, but they were not the only ones admiring the qualities of this extremely capable aeroplane. The vast majority of the 1,283 de Havilland Chipmunks built would be manufactured under licence in the UK, in factories at Hatfield and Chester, with around 735 of these going on to see service with the Royal Air Force, again as the direct replacement for the venerable old Tiger Moth. In RAF service, the British built machines were known as the de Havilland Chipmunk Mk.10 and they would go on to provide basic flight training support many thousands of future military aviators, in addition to providing air experience opportunities for many more as part of the University Air Squadron organisation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDespite being a Canadian design, the Chipmunk has become one of the most recognisable Royal Air Force aircraft of the post war era and has enjoyed a military career which began in the early 1950s and continues to this day. The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight still operate two Chipmunks regularly, providing currency training for aircrew assigned to fly the unit's historic 'taildraggers' and also to allow crews to reconnoitre new display venues in advance of their show appearance. In other situations, the aircraft can be used to deliver replacement aircrew or spare parts, whilst the Flight's Spitfires and Hurricanes are out on display duties during the Airshow season. These two Chipmunks have ensured that the aircraft must now be regarded as one of the longest serving types in Royal Air Force History.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith such an impressive military pedigree as this, it is also interesting to note that the Chipmunk has gone on to become one of the most popular aircraft types on the civilian aviation scheme and it is estimated that well over 300 aircraft are still in airworthy condition worldwide. Sometimes unfairly described as 'The poor man's Spitfire', the Chipmunk surely now has to be regarded as a historic aircraft in its own right and one which continues to underline the effectiveness of its design. With aircraft formerly serving with the RAF, Army Air Corps, Royal Navy and the mount of several RAF display teams, there is no shortage of attractive schemes available for you to present your Chipmunk in if you are lucky enough to own one, not to mention the fact that the aircraft would also be operated by several overseas air forces all over the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a training aeroplane, it is obvious that more people would have experience with the de Havilland Chipmunk as opposed to the more glamourous front line aircraft types which are so popular with enthusiasts, however, the opportunity to still fly in one of these historic aeroplanes ensures that it continues to be held in great affection by owners and enthusiasts alike. Importantly, the Chipmunk is still fulfilling the role for which it was originally designed when making its first flight 74 years ago, providing basic flying training and allowing people to experience the thrill of flying for the first time.","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46843406254394,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A04105","price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/A04105_1_Dehavilland-Chipmunk_ARTWORK.jpg?v=1696507617"},{"product_id":"italeri-1-35th-scale-jeep","title":"Italeri 1\/35th scale Willys MB Jeep with Trailer","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 1940, after World War II had broken out, the US general staff ordered various factories to design a light multi-purpose vehicle with all-wheel drive. The American Bantam Company, Willys Overland, and Ford Motor Co. competed with each other. Willys prototype was chosen, which, after an initial run of 1500 vehicles, went into mass production at the beginning of 1941 and reached a total output of 640.000 units out of which 277.000 pieces were produced by Ford under a licensing agreement. This shows that the Jeep was the most widely produced light vehicle of the war industry during World War II.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Italeri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46971110818106,"sku":"MMMS-THC-IT314","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/314_1.jpg?v=1697730637"},{"product_id":"italeri-1-35th-scale-land-rover-109-lwb","title":"Italeri 1\/24th scale Land Rover 109 Lwb","description":"The \"Land Rover\" was certainly one of the best known symbols of \"made in England\" on 4 wheels and is in fact a milestone in the history of off-road vehicles. It was born immediately after the war, with the first prototypes made in 1947, to satisfy both civil and military tasks. Inspired, even if not directly, by the American Jeep, it was characterized by 4x4 all-wheel drive and a sturdy and reliable structure capable of tackling the most difficult and demanding routes. The aluminum body made it lighter but, at the same time, more resistant to corrosion and a long service life. In 1971, when the Series III was introduced, more than a million units had already been produced and built for both civil and military use, both in the 88-inch \"standard wheelbase\" version or in the 109 \"long wheel base\" version inches, the latter reproduced in the kit.","brand":"Italeri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46971113767226,"sku":"MMMS-THC-IT6508","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/t1WJPtAox4afgaE34QbihI2CN5ebN7V74bfnf7yS.jpg?v=1698331920"},{"product_id":"tamiya-1-48th-scale-hawker-sea-harrier","title":"Tamiya 1\/48th scale Hawker Sea Harrier FRS.1","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe British Aerospace Sea Harrier is a naval short take-off and vertical landing\/vertical take-off and landing jet fighter, reconnaissance and attack aircraft. It is the second member of the Harrier family developed. It first entered service with the Royal Navy in April 1980 as the Sea Harrier FRS1 and became informally known as the \"Shar\". Unusual in an era in which most naval and land-based air superiority fighters were large and supersonic, the principal role of the subsonic Sea Harrier was to provide air defence for Royal Navy task groups centred around the aircraft carriers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sea Harrier served in the Falklands War and the Balkans conflicts; on all occasions it mainly operated from aircraft carriers positioned within the conflict zone. Its usage in the Falklands War was its most high profile and important success, when it was the only fixed-wing fighter available to protect the British Task Force. The Sea Harriers shot down 20 enemy aircraft during the conflict; 2 Sea Harriers were lost to enemy ground fire. They were also used to launch ground attacks in the same manner as the Harriers operated by the Royal Air Force.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sea Harrier was marketed for sales abroad, but India was the only other operator after attempts to sell the aircraft to Argentina and Australia were unsuccessful. A second, updated version for the Royal Navy was made in 1993 as the Sea Harrier FA2, improving its air-to-air abilities and weapons compatibilities, along with a more powerful engine; this version was manufactured until 1998. The aircraft was withdrawn from service early by the Royal Navy in 2006, but remained in service with the Indian Navy for a further decade until its retirement in 2016.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46971373093178,"sku":"MMMS-THC-T61026","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/61Hwo3JkDsL._AC_SL1000.jpg?v=1697115446"},{"product_id":"tamiya-1-48th-scale-douglas-skyraider","title":"Tamiya 1\/48th scale Douglas Skyraider US Navy","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Douglas A-1 Skyraider (formerly designated AD before the 1962 unification of Navy and Air Force designations) is an American single-seat attack aircraft in service from 1946 to the early 1980s, which served during the Korean War and Vietnam War. The Skyraider had an unusually long career, remaining in front-line service well into the Jet Age (when most piston-engine attack or fighter aircraft were replaced by jet aircraft); thus becoming known by some as an \"anachronism\". The aircraft was nicknamed \"Spad\", after the French World War I fighter.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt was operated by the United States Navy (USN), the United States Marine Corps (USMC), and the United States Air Force (USAF), and also saw service with the British Royal Navy, the French Air Force, the Republic of Vietnam Air Force (RVNAF), and others. It remained in U.S. service until the early 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46972082291002,"sku":"MMMS-THC-T61058","price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/hc-61058-1.jpg?v=1697121868"},{"product_id":"copy-of-revell-1-24th-scale-platinum-edition-aec-routemaster-london-bus","title":"Revell 1\/24th scale Land Rover Series III LWB (Commercial)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Land Rover Series III LWB 109 in 1:24 scale is a stunning model kit that will delight all fans of classic Land Rover design. With a part count of 174 and a length of 195mm, this model kit offers a realistic representation of the original Land Rover model.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthentic replica of the Land Rover Series III LWB (Commercial) 109 with customizable options\u003cbr\u003eThe model offers the option of building a right- or left-hand drive version and is suitable for children ages 10 and up. The parts are easy to assemble and the result will be a fully functional and authentic replica of the Land Rover Series III LWB (Commercial) 109.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA highlight of the model kit is the multi-part four-cylinder engine, which gives the model an impressive depth and reality. The decal with various license plates (D, A, NL, B, F, GB, I, CH, IRL) allows you to personalize the model according to your wishes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Land Rover Series III LWB (Commercial) 109 in 1:24 scale is the perfect introduction to the world of model making and a great gift for all fans of commercial vehicles and Land Rover. Discover the fascination of model building with this unique model kit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic 1:24 scale replica of the Land Rover Series III LWB (Commercial) 109\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-part four-cylinder engine for an impressive reality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRight- or left-hand drive version for more personalization options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecal with various license plates for even more customization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackground information:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Land Rover Series III LWB (Commercial) 109 is a classic commercial vehicle model produced between 1971 and 1985. The model was especially popular with adventurers and farmers due to its ruggedness and off-road capability. This model kit gives you the opportunity to recreate a piece of British car history and enjoy the details of the original.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Revell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46986275651898,"sku":"MMMS-RVL-R07056","price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/615RIMY5euL._AC_SL1200.jpg?v=1697275272"},{"product_id":"copy-of-revell-1-24th-scale-land-rover-series-iii-lwb-commercial","title":"Revell 1\/25th scale '71 Ford Mustang Boss 351","description":"\u003cp\u003eModel set for the '71 Ford Mustang Boss 351 of the first generation in 1:24 and all the accessories needed to assemble it! In 1971 the fourth version was released with the more massive body. The 330 hp engine of the Boss 351 had a displacement of 5.8 liters (= 351 cubic inches).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-part engine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMovable hood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecal with different license plates (D, NL, B, GB, F, A, I, CH, USA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn addition to basic colors, glue and brushes are also included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Revell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46986286465338,"sku":"MMMS-RVL-R07699","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/67699_model_set_71_ford_mustang_boss_351_022.jpg?v=1697275601"},{"product_id":"revell-1-25th-scale-66-shelby®-gt-350-r™","title":"Revell 1\/24th scale '66 Shelby® GT 350 R™","description":"\u003cp\u003eGet behind the wheel of history with our 66 Shelby® GT 350 R™ model kit. In 1:24 scale, this kit reproduces the classic high-performance car down to the last detail with 79 parts and faithful dimensions of 191 mm long, 79 mm wide and 58 mm high. Ideal for modeling enthusiasts ages 12 and up, this kit offers an exciting and enriching glimpse into automotive history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScope of delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 66 Shelby® GT 350 R™ model kit comes with multilingual, illustrated instructions to guide you through each step of assembly. Chrome parts and authentic decals are also included to give the model a high-quality and realistic appearance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you are an experienced modeler or a beginner in the world of modeling, this kit provides an appropriate challenge for all ages 12 and up. Whether it's the perfect display piece, an educational toy, or a new star in your model car collection, the 66 Shelby® GT 350 R™ is the kit for you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith a movable hood that reveals the highly detailed V8 engine, this kit sets new standards in realism. The chrome parts and authentic decals round out the model and make the heart of every classic car enthusiast beat faster.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackground information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 66 Shelby® GT 350 R™ is a legendary icon of automotive history. Designed by Carroll Shelby, this high-performance sports car was the race-upgraded version of the already impressive Ford Mustang, and with its 350 horsepower, it was a true classic of its time. With this model kit, you can recreate this fascinating era of automotive history for yourself and bring a piece of racing history to your home. Get ready to race into the age of classic high-performance cars with the 66 Shelby® GT 350 R™!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Revell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46986295214394,"sku":"MMMS-RVL-R07716","price":33.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/61KNoDR8YyL._AC_SL1100.jpg?v=1697278593"},{"product_id":"copy-of-revell-1-24th-scale-66-shelby®-gt-350-r™","title":"Revell 1\/72nd scale M1A1 AIM(SA)\/ M1A2 Abrams","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith our M1A1 AIM(SA)\/ M1A2 Abrams model kit, you can assemble a modern US battle tank yourself in miniature. The kit contains 126 high-quality parts and, with a length of 140 mm and a scale of 1:72, offers a convincing replica of the original. For all fans of technical detail and precision, the model comes with an injection-molded track with individual links and partial sections, a rotating turret and turret hatches that can be optionally displayed open. The recommended age level of 12 and up allows even young modelers to try their hand at this challenging project.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eScope of delivery:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e126 parts for the M1A1 AIM(SA)\/ M1A2 Abrams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInjection moulded chain with individual links and partial sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotatable turret\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplayable turret hatches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M1A1 AIM(SA)\/ M1A2 Abrams kit is suitable for beginners and advanced modelers alike, providing an interesting challenge for all ages 12 and up. Whether for display or as a valuable addition to a collection, this kit offers a variety of uses.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe M1A1 AIM(SA)\/ M1A2 Abrams kit impresses with its detailed reproduction of the original. The special feature lies in the high-quality injection molded track, the rotatable turret and the representable turret hatches. These features allow you to customize and customize the battle tank.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBackground Information:\u003cbr\u003eThe M1A1 AIM(SA)\/ M1A2 Abrams is a further development of the M1A1 and a major representative of modern tank technology. With an improved fire control system and increased protection capacity, it represents the advanced military technology of the USA. With our model kit, you can recreate this technical feat and bring a piece of military history into your living room at home.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDive into the world of model building and experience the thrill of mastering a technically challenging model like the M1A1 AIM(SA)\/ M1A2 Abrams. Your patience and precision will be rewarded with an impressive result!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Revell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46986520297786,"sku":"MMMS-RVL-R03346","price":21.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/03346_m1a1_aim_sa_m1a2_abrams_021.jpg?v=1697280470"},{"product_id":"revell-1-72nd-scale-leopard-2-a6-a6m","title":"Revell 1\/72nd scale Leopard 2 A6\/A6M","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImmerse yourself in the world of military precision and attention to detail with our exclusive Leopard 2A6M model kit.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis high quality kit brings the legendary power and versatility of the Leopard 2 tank into your hands.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWith a scale of 1:72 and an impressive part count, this model offers challenge and enjoyment for model building enthusiasts of all levels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScope of delivery:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeopard 2A6M model kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed construction instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecals for different variants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis model kit is aimed at model building enthusiasts who want to put their skills to the test.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWhether you are a beginner, intermediate or expert, the Leopard 2A6M model kit offers you the opportunity to recreate an impressive piece of military history.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe finished model is perfect for exhibitions, collections or even exciting playful scenarios.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew kit shape for maximum precision\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoice between the A6 or A6M model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRealistic surface structures with anti-slip coating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic two-piece chain that is bent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurrent smoke bomb system (6+2)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRotating turret and elevation-adjustable cannon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePossibility to display tower hatches open\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifferent decal variants for individual design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBackground information:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Leopard 2 tank, in service since 1979, is recognized worldwide as one of the best battle tanks in its class.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe continuous modernizations and adjustments have always kept it up to date.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe current version, the Leopard 2A6M, offers a longer onboard cannon and improved mine protection.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA total of 15 nations use this impressive tank, including Germany and Canada in Afghanistan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Revell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46986548248890,"sku":"MMMS-RVL-R03180","price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/03180_leopard_2a6_a6m_021.jpg?v=1697280891"},{"product_id":"tamiya-1-35th-scale-u-s-sherman-easy-8","title":"Tamiya 1\/35th scale M1 Super Sherman","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing Israel's declaration of independence in 1948, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) chose the M4 Sherman as its first mainstay tank. In the mid-1950s, the IDF purchased a sizeable number of M4A1 Shermans, which were armed with the 76.2mm M1 gun, to counter Arab armies' T-34-85s. These tanks were designated M1 Super Sherman according to their armament in order to distinguish them from earlier variants equipped with 75mm guns. Many featured curved cast hulls, air-cooled radial gasoline engines, and Vertical Volute Spring Suspension (VVSS). They first saw action when the Suez Crisis broke out on October 29, 1956, and some soldiered on until the 1970s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/35 scale plastic assembly kit of the M1 Super Sherman. Length: 210mm, Width: 75mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe distinctive form of the tank including its curved cast hull and 76mm main gun is accurately reproduced based on thorough study of a full-size museum exhibit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe model depicts a late-type vehicle featuring the muzzle brake and one-piece loader's hatch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic VVSS details and T54E1 tracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommander and loader figures, plus 3 types of markings included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47043771629882,"sku":"MMMS-THC-T35322","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/35322_05.jpg?v=1766140884"},{"product_id":"special-hobby-1-72nd-scale-fh-1-phantom-marines-first-jet","title":"Special Hobby 1\/72nd scale FH-1 Phantom \"Marines First Jet\"","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpecial Hobby 1\/72 McDonnell FH-1 Phantom 'MARINES First Jet' \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Special Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47090566725946,"sku":"MMMS-CML-SH72335","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/sh72335.jpg?v=1698403527"},{"product_id":"airfix-1-43rd-scale-starter-set-land-rover-series-1-pick-up","title":"Airfix 1\/43rd scale Starter Set - Land Rover Series 1 Pick-up","description":"\u003cnav data-element=\"sticky-nav\" data-sticky-class=\"sticky-nav--active\" data-polyfill=\"sticky\" class=\"sticky-nav sticky-nav--active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAngular and purposeful, the Land Rover was designed with little consideration for the driver’s comfort. Instead to operate effectively in the most demanding situations, quickly earning a reputation for practicality and reliability. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/nav\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"background background--image background--image-dark\" id=\"features\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section section--default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wysiwyg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"theModel\" class=\"section section--pattern-grey\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid grid--1-col@medium\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item grid__item--60\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEntering production in 1948, the Land Rover was an attempt by the Rover Company to re-enter the motoring market during the austerity of the post-WWII world, producing an affordable agricultural and light industrial vehicle with a multitude of applications. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Land Rover was designed with little in the way of driver comfort in mind but was intended to operate effectively in the most demanding of situations, quickly earning a reputation for practicality and reliability. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pick-up version featured an enclosed cab and open rear compartment, which could be used to transport anything from farm machinery to livestock over all kinds of terrain. If you have a tough motoring job that needs doing, better call on the services of a Land Rover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"list-inline__item\"\u003eDesigned for Beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"list-inline__item\"\u003e4 x Acrylic Paints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"list-inline__item\"\u003e1 x Poly-Cement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"list-inline__item\"\u003eBrush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47194226131258,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A55012","price":13.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/a55012_1.jpg?v=1699961946"},{"product_id":"copy-of-airfix-1-72nd-scale-na-mustang-iv-starter-set","title":"Airfix 1\/72nd Scale NA Mustang IV Starter Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Mustang came into its own when fitted with the Merlin Engine Its long range enabled it to escort bombers deep into enemy territory. The Royal Air Force flew the type from 1944 onwardsin support of Bomber Command's long distance raids deep into enemy territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in the box!?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrushes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid grid--1-col@medium\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item grid__item--60\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47194837221690,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A55107A","price":11.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/a55107a_0.jpg?v=1699968279"},{"product_id":"airfix-1-72nd-scale-dogfight-doubles-f4f-4-wildcat-mitsubishi-zero","title":"Airfix 1\/72nd scale Dogfight Doubles - F4F-4 Wildcat \u0026 Mitsubishi Zero","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"heading--3\"\u003eProduct Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid grid--1-col@medium\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item grid__item--60\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the US Navy fought back in the aftermath of the Pearl Harbor attack, the diminutive F4F-4 Wildcat was forced into combat against the Mitsubishi Zero, one of the worlds most successful naval fighters. With US pilots quickly learning not to dogfight with their agile opponent, the rugged Wildcat effectively held the line in the Pacific until the war winning F6F Hellcat could be introduced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrumman Hellcat and Grumman F4F-4 Wildcat are trademarks of Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaint Schemes: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"1622\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eF4F-4 Wildcat Fighting 8, USS Hornet (CV-8), Battle of Midway, June 4th 1942.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMitsubishi A6M2B-21 'Zero' (Zeke) Carrier Soryu, Battle of Midway, June 4th 1942.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContent:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9 x Acrylic Paints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x Brushes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Poly Cement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"510\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF4F-4 Wildcat \/\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eL:\u003c\/strong\u003e122mm\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eW:\u003c\/strong\u003e166mm Pieces - 58                                                Mitsubishi Zero  \/\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eL:\u003c\/strong\u003e126mm\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eW:\u003c\/strong\u003e166mm Pieces - 47\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47194890142010,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A50184","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/a50184_1.png?v=1699968994"},{"product_id":"airfix-1-48th-scale-fairey-gannet-pre-order","title":"Airfix 1\/48th scale Fairey Gannet AS.1\/AS.4","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn aircraft that must surely be considered one of the most distinctive types to have ever seen Fleet Air Arm service, the Fairey Gannet was as capable as it was unique and was significant as the only post-war military contract to be won by the famous Fairey Aviation Company. Arguably the most unconventional Fairey designed aircraft to enter full production, the Gannet was developed in response to a 1945 Royal Navy requirement for an advanced carrier-based, turboprop-powered anti-submarine hunter-killer, one which was rugged enough to withstand the rigors of operation at sea. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntended to counter the recent expansion of the Soviet submarine fleet at the start of the Cold War era, the Gannet was equipped with all manner of the latest electronic detection equipment and if an enemy submarine was detected, it could be marked, tracked, and if necessary, attacked, using bombs, depth charges, rockets, and air-launched acoustic torpedoes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne feature of the Gannet which helped to give it a unique appearance was the adoption of its powerplant, the innovative Armstrong Siddeley Double Mamba. This arrangement saw two gas turbine engines mounted side by side in the nose of the gannet, sharing a common gearbox, but both operating independently, each engine driving its own coaxially mounted, contra-rotating propeller. In addition to this, the engines could run on kerosene and even diesel fuel, which was safer to handle and less refined than traditional aviation fuels. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis arrangement provided Gannet crews with more than enough power for carrier operations, with the reassurance of two engines when embarking on long ocean patrols. Once in flight, the pilot could shut down one of the engines to conserve fuel and whilst this would reduce the Gannet's maximum speed, it would extend its loiter capabilities. Usually, a pilot would alternate engine use during a long patrol, running each engine for around an hour before swapping to the other engine - the engine mounted on the port side drove the front propeller.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnother unique feature of the Gannet's design was its bi-folding wing system, something which was designed to allow this large aircraft to operate safely and to be stored aboard one of the Royal Navy's relatively small aircraft carriers. When a pilot engaged the wing unfold, this ingenious system not only prepared the wings for flight, but also automatically connected all flight control systems, hydraulic connections and fuel pipes to the main system, without any ground crew intervention. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn operation, there are reports that the Gannet was so rugged a design that when one aircraft lost the outer sections of both wings after performing a particularly violent manoeuvre, the aircraft still managed to make it back safely to its home carrier, something which can only have endeared the aircraft to its crews still further.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Fairey Gannet would prove to be an extremely rugged and highly effective anti-submarine aircraft, one which could carry an impressive array of offensive ordnance and one which was able to attack submarines either on the surface, or when submerged and trying to evade its attentions. Well-liked by air and ground crews alike, 348 Gannets would eventually be produced and in addition to serving with Britain's Fleet Air Arm, the aircraft would also see service with the navies of Australia, Germany and Indonesia.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47227858714938,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A11007","price":54.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/a11007_1.jpg?v=1700569383"},{"product_id":"copy-of-airfix-1-48th-scale-supermarine-sea-fury-fb-11","title":"Airfix 1\/48th scale Supermarine Sea Fury FB.11","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the most capable piston-engine fighter aircraft ever produced and the last to enter service with Britain’s Fleet Air Arm, the Hawker Sea Fury represented the pinnacle of piston-engine fighter design. Introduced after the end of the Second World War, the Sea Fury would see combat against some of the early jet fighters during the Korean War, where it would perform extremely well.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe first deck landing trials commenced in the winter of 1946. The Sea Fury would remain as the Fleet Air Arms principle single-seater fighter until 1953, when it was then replaced by the jet-powered Hawker Sea Hawk. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe aircraft also saw service with a number of overseas air arms, in a variety of operational roles, including strike fighter, trainer and high-speed target towing. The aircraft also became a popular choice in the world of air racing, where the brute power and sheer speed of this magnificent aircraft saw it victorious in countless competitions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47232550175034,"sku":"MMMS-HHC-A06105A","price":31.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/a06105a_1.jpg?v=1700656457"},{"product_id":"revell-1-24th-scale-69-camaro-ss-396","title":"Revell 1\/24th scale '69 Camaro SS 396","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring a piece of American Muscle Home with the '69 Camaro SS Model Kit!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover the iconic '69 Camaro SS with our fascinating model kit.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis classic 1:25 scale Chevrolet two-door coupe, consisting of 111 parts, was designed with meticulous precision and attention to detail.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMeasuring 189mm long, 78mm wide and 52mm high, it is the perfect miniature version of the popular original.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRecommended for model building enthusiasts ages 12 and up, this kit pays homage to American muscle cars and is sure to pique the interest of advanced builders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScope of delivery:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe '69 Camaro SS model kit comes with a true-to-original body and fine surface structures.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAlso included is a multi-part, detailed V8 engine, a detailed interior with an authentic instrument panel and many chrome parts including rims, bumpers and radiator grille.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYou will also receive illustrated, multilingual building instructions and decals to customize your model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis model kit is particularly suitable for advanced model builders and automobile enthusiasts.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe finished model can serve as both an impressive display piece and a notable collector's item.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWith its precision and attention to detail, the '69 Camaro SS model kit is a must for any car enthusiast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe '69 Camaro SS model kit is characterized by its realistic representation of the original vehicle.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe many chrome parts and the carefully recreated details, such as the multi-part V8 engine and the detailed interior, make this model a real eye-catcher and offer an authentic and exciting building experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBackground information:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original '69 Camaro SS was developed by Chevrolet to compete with the Ford Mustang and quickly became a favorite among so-called pony cars.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWith our model kit you have the opportunity to bring this classic American dream car to life and experience a piece of automotive history at home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Revell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47282284036410,"sku":"MMMS-RVL-07712","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/07712_69_camaro_ss_396_01.jpg?v=1701359253"},{"product_id":"revell-1-24th-scale-fast-furious-1969-chevy-camaro-yenko","title":"Revell 1\/25th scale Fast \u0026 Furious 1969 Chevy Camaro Yenko","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the second Fast \u0026amp; Furious film, the racing gets harder and the cars get faster.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo wonder the 1969 Chevy Camaro Yenko shows up.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFormer racing driver Don Yenko modified only 201 examples and equipped them with a 7-liter engine from a Corvette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e427ci engine and headers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecal sheet with “2 Fast 2 Furious” decoration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScope of delivery:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlastic model kit (not assembled), illustrated, multilingual assembly instructions, decals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Revell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47282325946682,"sku":"MMMS-RVL-07694","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/07694_fast_u_furious_1969_chevy_camaro_yenko_01.jpg?v=1701360092"},{"product_id":"revell-1-24th-scale-1970-pontiac-firebird","title":"Revell 1\/24th scale 1970 Pontiac Firebird","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild a piece of automotive history with the 1970 Pontiac Firebird Model Kit - The power of the American muscle car in your hands!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTake on the role of a car builder with our 1970 Pontiac Firebird model kit.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAt 1:24 scale and with 83 parts, this kit provides an exact miniature of the famous American muscle car.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWith a length of 203 mm, a width of 80 mm and a height of 51 mm, this model is an eye-catcher in any collection.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFor model builders aged 12 and over, this kit offers hours of building and learning fun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScope of delivery:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn addition to the unassembled model, the Pontiac Firebird model kit contains illustrated, multilingual assembly instructions and a selection of decals, including various license plates (D, A, NL, B, F, GB, I, CH, USA).\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe kit also includes a multi-part V8 engine, a movable hood, various chrome parts and the choice between two painting options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis kit is perfect for young and older model building enthusiasts, from beginners to advanced.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGreat for display, play or collecting, it's a great way to learn more about the history of automobile manufacturing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its multi-part V8 engine, the movable hood and the various chrome parts, the Pontiac Firebird model kit is a real gem.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIn addition, the included decals and the choice between two painting options allow you to customize your model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBackground information:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 1970 Pontiac Firebird represents the 2nd generation of the so-called pony cars and was only offered as a coupe.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWith our model kit you have the opportunity to recreate a piece of this automotive history and get to know it better.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLet yourself be carried away by the fascination of classic car design and experience the construction of this iconic vehicle up close!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Revell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47282406490426,"sku":"MMMS-RVL-07672","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/files\/07672_1970_pontiac_firebird_01-Copy.jpg?v=1701360314"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4603\/7306\/collections\/images_1.png?v=1792536020","url":"https:\/\/www.mannsmodelmoments.com\/collections\/cold-war-west-1946-1991.oembed?page=14","provider":"Mann's Model Moments","version":"1.0","type":"link"}