The Official Airfix Club Magazine...

Issue 2 2008

Airfix are giving away a superb example of the A50060 HMS Belfast

COMPETITION TIME from their Themed Collections series as our Issue 2 competition prize,
which will go to one lucky winner this time. HMS Belfast had an illustrious
career during and after WWII. However, we want you to choose from
the following options as to where you think she is now.

(a) Scrapped
(b) A floating restaurant in the USA
(c) A maritime museum moored on the river
Thames
Put your answer on a postcard with your name, address and
membership number and send to Issue 2 Competition, The Airfix Club,
PO Box 25, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire LE13 1ZG.
IN THIS ISSUE...
Closing date for entries – 30th March 2008.

Rules of Entry. 5. The competition is not open to employees of

1. The winner of the competition will be the first
selected at random from the all-correct entries
received by 30th March 2008.
2. The competition is limited to one entry per current
member of the Airfix Club.
3. Duplicate entries will be disregarded.
4. The results of the competition will be announced
in Issue 3 of the Airfix magazine and the winner
notified by post.
Hornby Hobbies Ltd., their agents or families.
6. No correspondence to be entered into in conjunction
with the competition.
7. No cash equivalent is available.
8. The Airfix Club accepts no responsibility for entries
lost or damaged in the post.
9. Entries defaced or altered in any way will be
deemed null and void.
10. The judges’ decision is final.

JUNIOR COMPETITION TIME

We have a great new Airfix set comprising Shaun the Sheep with Tractor
to give away in our Junior Competition this time.
The competition is open to all Club members aged 14 or under. To enter,
all you have to do is answer the following questions.

1. In which movie did Shaun the Sheep first

appear?
2. Which two characters were the ‘stars’ of the © and TM Aardman Animations Ltd. 2008. All Rights
Reserved. Shaun the Sheep and character ‘Shaun
movie? the Sheep’ © and TM Aardman Animations Ltd.

Put your answers on a postcard with your name, address, membership

number and your age and send to:
Issue 2 Competition, The Airfix Club, PO Box 25, Melton Mowbray,
Leicestershire, UK. LE13 1ZG.
Entries should reach us no later than 30th March 2008.

Rules of Entry. 5. The competition is not open to employees of

1. The winner will be the first selected from the Hornby Hobbies Ltd., their agents or families.
all-correct entries received on the closing date or 6. No correspondence to be entered into in conjunction

ALSO...WE FEATURE SOME OF

30th March 2008. with the competition.
2. The competition is limited to one per Airfix Club 7. No cash equivalent is available.
member, aged 14 or under. 8. The Airfix Club accepts no responsibility for entries
3. Duplicate entries will be disregarded. lost or damaged in the post.

THE FANTASTIC MODELS DUE

4. The results of the competition will be announced 9. Entries defaced or altered in any way will be
© and TM Aardman Animations Ltd 2008. All Rights
in Issue 3 of the Airfix magazine and the winner deemed null and void.
Reserved. Shaun the Sheep and character ‘Shaun
notified by post. 10.The judges’ decision is final.
the Sheep’ © and TM Aardman Animations Ltd.

FOR RELEASE DURING 2008

18th May: ‘Spring Air Show’

DIARY DATES 1st June:
Duxford, Cambridgeshire.
‘RAF Cosford Air Show’
Cosford, Shropshire.
Throughout 2008 The Airfix team will be ‘out and about’ on the road attending various shows. 12th - 13th July: ‘Royal International Air Tattoo’
If we are near you we would like to welcome you to come along and visit us. RAF Fairford, Gloucestershire.
Opposite are a few dates of shows that the Airfix team will be attending... 6th - 7th September: ‘Duxford 90th Anniversary
‘We hope to see you there!’ Air Show’
Duxford, Cambridgeshire.

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Contents
New Airfix Aircraft for 2008. Page 3
Editorial
Welcome to issue 2 of the Airfix Club magazine. Thanks
2008
Historic Ships & Marine Vessels. Page 4 for all your positive feedback following the launch of the
Military Vehicles & Airfix Figures. Page 5
new Club at the beginning of the year. We’ve had an
enormous postbag with your suggestions, likes and
NEW AIRFIX AIRCRAFT TAKE OFF
Model Build - WWII Luftwaffe Airfield Set. Page 6 & 7
Book Review & Auction Report. Page 8
(very few) dislikes and, most of all, what you would like
to see us cover in future issues of the magazine. Keep
IN THE FIRST HALF OF 2008
New 2008 Airfix Mini Kits. Page 9 your letters coming. We love to hear from you and if 2008 sees Airfix introducing more iconic aircraft to satisfy your construction skills. Modellers of WWII
Shaun the Sheep Making His Debut. Page 10 & 11 you have any Airfix experiences you’d like to share with aircraft will be pleased to see a further example of R J Mitchell’s Supermarine Spitfire - the Mk IX.
other readers, let us know and we will consider either
including the information in the magazine or on our club A02065 Supermarine Spitfire Mk IXc in 1:72 scale comes with two
kit variations. With a length of 131 mm and a wingspan of 155 mm, supercharger and the cylinders; and the fact that the RAF were now
website pages...Happy modelling!
the kit variants are: JE-J ‘the aircraft of Wing Commander J.E. using 100 octane fuel; 20 psi boost and an output of 1550 hp at
Johnny Johnson’ and The Polish Fighting Team, Western Desert, 11,000 ft and 1370 hp at 24,000 ft. The famous Merlin engine test

Airfix 2008...
North Africa pilot Alex Henshaw boasted he could take the Mk IX as high as 46,000 ft.
during his regular test flights. In general use, the aircraft proved to be
The iconic aircraft, which we always associate with the Battle of Britain,
40 mph faster than the Mk V, with a top speed of 409 mph at 28,000
was in need of substantial upgrading to match the superiority of its
In the meantime, the 2008 round of International Toy Exhibitions feet. It provided the power and superiority needed to secure the success
German counterpart, the Focke Wulf FW190, which took to enemy
has been the stage for the launch of the brand new Airfix range of the RAF’s activities against the German Luftwaffe from that point on.
skies in 1941, becoming a formidable foe against the RAF. Up to that
and in this issue of the Airfix magazine, we bring you the point the Spitfire Mk V had seen good service but improved speed and
highlights of what’s in store over the next few months. engine capacity were required to combat the FW190 successfully.
In addition, there are the usual The Spitfire Mk IX fulfilled the necessary criteria, not so much in terms of
firm favourites being carried its design but more because of the considerably improved Rolls-Royce
forward for both the beginner Merlin engines. Constructed at Castle Bromwich, the success of the new
and the serious modeller. Mk IX Spitfire and the latest Series 61 engines was due to the
introduction of a two stage blower with an after-cooler between the
The new Airfix catalogue is
available detailing the complete
Another new introduction to the Airfix Military Aircraft range is that
2008 range of new and carry of the English Electric Canberra B.2/B20. Under code A10101 the First developed as B-57A with Wright J-65 engines, the aircraft’s accident
-forward models. 1:48, has a length of 416 mm, a wingspan of 406 mm and also record was not good. Its primary use was that of reconnaissance,
contains three kit variations. particularly in the Vietnam War. It developed into many variants and took
Airfix have also modelled the US version of the English Electric on several crucial roles before it ceased service around 1958.
Canberra – the Martin B57B. With reference A10104, it is available
with three variants depicting it as a USAF B-57B Martin; an RB- 57E
or the RB57G.

The English Electric Canberra, introduced in late 1949, was to serve the
A reminder for new members. RAF for over 40 years. It was the first of the British post-war jet bombers
A special welcome to new members who have joined us since Issue 1. to serve - initially - in peacetime. The B.2 version, first flown in 1950,
May we remind you of the exclusive Club model which comes as part was an upgrade from the initial concept, modified to provide a better
of your annual subscription. visual bombing option for the pilot and crew. The resulting aircraft featured
a clear nose position and space for three crew members – two of whom
You will receive automatically our specially selected 1:48 scale
were deployed in aiming the bombs. An additional feature comprised
Supermarine Spitfire Mk XVI which includes two different paint schemes;
wingtip fuel tanks and the B.2/20 also had fuel tanks in the wings. The
TE199 (Black and Gold) and TD248 (Silver and Red). And, as a bonus,
we are also including three pots of Humbrol Acrylic paint to enable Canberra was to see service with the RAF in the Suez Crisis in 1956,
you to build it right away. from its base in Cyprus.
In 1951, Wing Commander Roland ‘Roley’ Beaumont, with a distinguished
Consultant Editor: Susan Pownell Design & Production: DSP Limited Membership Organiser: Sarah Woodhouse. RAF career behind him and as chief test pilot for English Electric, flew
2008 Subscription Fees: UK POSTAL Version £22.99. UK DOWNLOADABLE Version £14.99. EU DOWNLOADABLE Version £18.99. Rest of the World DOWNLOADABLE Version £20.99.
Cheques made payable to: Hornby Hobbies Limited. Visa, Access, Mastercard, Maestro & Switch accepted with valid expiry date and in the case of Switch & Maestro, either an issue number or a ‘valid
the Canberra to the USA non-stop to show off its performance to the
from’ date. Club Address: Airfix Collectors Club. PO Box 25, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, UK. LE13 IZG. Tel: 0870 062 4001. Fax: 01664 480 257. The Airfix Club Magazine is published on behalf of American Air Force. The outcome was a licence for the US to build their
Hornby plc, Westwood, Margate, Kent CT9 4JX. The Club accepts no responsibility for errors or ommissions or for views and opinions expressed by contributors to the magazine.
own version of the Canberra – the Martin RB-57.

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THEMED COLLECTION
This series of ships comprises favourite kits already in the
standard range but now given the star treatment with lots of
added value, making them ideal as a birthday or seasonal gift
for nautical enthusiasts.
Although we are not covering the whole fleet in this issue, one of the
first to be given star status - HMS Belfast - appears in April.
A50060 HMS Belfast is modelled to 1:600 scale and the kit includes
250 pieces. When finished, she is 311 mm long and 36 mm
wide. The set also comes with rare historical photographic
footage of the ship, giving an atmospheric background to
the finished article.
HISTORIC SHIPS
& MARINE VESSELS
A04201 HMS Victorious consists of 94 pieces which make up a
model 397 mm long and 58 mm wide.
The impressive new introduction into this Airfix range is the 1:600
scale model of the famous wartime aircraft carrier HMS Victorious,
due for a September 2008 release.
HMS Victorious, an Illustrious-class aircraft carrier, saw action in every
theatre in WWII. Her most notable achievements included launching
the aircraft that found the Bismarck and subsequently playing a major
part in the destruction of the Tirpitz. Both these German battleships
are in the Airfix range already in 1:400 scale.
HMS Victorious was laid down at the Vickers-Armstrong shipyard in
Newcastle-upon-Tyne in 1937 and launched in September 1939. Her
range was around 11,000 nautical miles at 14 knots.
Fully extended, she had a capability of 30.5 knots. Her original role was
that of an escort ship in the Battle of the Atlantic before joining the
Royal Naval Fleet in 1941.
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MILITARY
One of the Town Class Batch 3 cruisers, HMS Belfast saw action This Airfix range has proved immensely popular with both
throughout WWII. She played an important part in the Battle of the modellers and war gamers and 2008 sees an even wider choice
North Cape, as well as protecting the Arctic Convoys. She also had a of military armoured fighting vehicles from not only the period of
key role in the D-Day Landings in Normandy. WWII but later eras too.
A key introduction in 2008 is that of the Long
VEHICLES
Wheel Base Land Rover presented in four different
formats.
All four models are 1:76 scale.
A02322 LWB Land Rover (Soft Top) and Trailer A02324 LWB Land Rover (Hard Top) and Trailer
A02322 LWB Land Rover (Soft A02324 LWB Land Rover
Top) and Trailer comprises 84 (Hard Top) and Trailer, with the
pieces and when complete is same dimensions as A02322,
100 mm long and 22 mm wide. has 45 pieces.
Used extensively as a military Its most common use within the
vehicle, particularly within the military is by the signals units,
Within days of her RN commission, she was deployed in the hunt for British Army, the soft-top having a 24 volt AC electrical
the German battleship Bismarck, in which her fleet of biplane Fairey version was designed to carry system and carrying most types
ten passengers and the driver. of radio.
Swordfish and Fulmars were used in the attack. None were lost although
the Fulmars did not have enough fuel to make it back to HMS Victorious
and had to ditch in the sea. HMS Victorious did not play a part in the final
‘kill’, leaving that to the aircraft aboard HMS Ark Royal to take the glory.
A02331 Land Rover 1 Tonne FC Truck with GS Body
A02331 Land Rover 1 Tonne FC
Truck with GS Body. Land Rover
A02333 Land Rover 1 Tonne FC Ambulance
A02333 Land Rover 1 Tonne FC
Ambulance. In service between
Other wartime activities included her aiding in the relief of Malta, taking
developed this military vehicle 1972 and 1978, the 1 tonne
in supplies and aircraft in the summer of 1942. Later on that year, she to meet the British Army’s Ambulance could carry a medic
was involved in the North African landings of British and US troops. requirement for a high power- and either four stretcher cases
to-weight ratio 1 tonne load or eight sitting patients. The kit
She also saw Pacific service operating with the US forces towards the
carrier to be lifted by helicopters. contains 40 pieces and when
end of 1942. In 1944, HMS Victorious joined a convoy of British The Airfix model has 29 pieces, finished measures 57 mm long
destroyers and cruisers to launch the attack on the Tirpitz, the sister making a vehicle 57 mm long and 29 mm wide.
and 25 mm wide.
battleship of Bismarck. The Task Force were successful in the attack,
causing sufficient damage to put Tirpitz out of action for several
In real-life the Land Rover, first introduced in 1948, has become one of immediately after WWII. However, the vehicle’s resistance to corrosion
months. HMS Victorious finished her wartime career helping the US
the most versatile vehicles ever produced. Its original development as became one of the key factors in its reputation for long and enduring
Navy in the South Pacific conflict. an all-terrain vehicle was primarily for use in the countryside, notably service. In addition, the original colour comprising various shades of
After the War, HMS Victorious saw time as a training ship and was also amongst the farming community but its success as an all-purpose light green was also due to the lack of alternatives in the post-war
used for deck trials for the new Hawker Sea Fury. Despite reconstruction vehicle along with its durability has ensured its place in the automotive period of austerity. The Series I Land Rover was launched at the
and modernisation in the 1950s and deployment to the Far East Fleet, history of cult vehicles. It is used in numerous and varied guises in Amsterdam Motor Show in 1948. Series II was launched ten years
a fire in the late 1960s resulted in her being laid off and subsequently civilian and military environments around the world. later. Series I, II and III are defined as the original off-roader mobile
scrapped at Faslane Naval Base in 1969. The Land Rover was designed in 1947 by Maurice Wilks, the chief workshops. Aspects of these
Several of the aircraft associated with HMS Victorious during her designer at Rover, at his farm in North Wales. The first Land Rover uses and modifications have
career are also the subject of Airfix models, notably the Fairey Fulmar, prototype was built on a Jeep chassis, made of a lightweight rustproof been incorporated into the
Buccaneer and the Hawker Sea Fury. aluminium and magnesium alloy, purely because of a shortage of steel Airfix models.
AIRFIX FIGURES...
adversary the Sheriff of Nottingham, under the thumb of Prince John,
were - if the legend is correct - pitching equally ferocious battles in
their respective allegiance to their chosen ‘Royal’. Create your own
legendary scenes with the 1:72 scale figures of Robin Hood - A01720
The 2008 series of figures and dioramas enables you to bring your
comprising 40 pieces to put together; and A01721 the Sheriff of
Airfix hobby to life. The choice is endless, from the Romans and
Ancient Britons to medieval scenes and on to WWII re-enactments Nottingham with 30 pieces to construct. We will be reviewing each of
and modern RAF Airfield Sets. the new 2008 Airfix releases in more detail as they become available.
First off in the early part of the year, the new introductions replicate
good guys and villains from centuries back, including the era of Richard
the Lionheart and his Crusaders. While King Richard and his Knights
were off fighting in the Holy Land, on the domestic front the legendary
Robin Hood (Robin of Loxley), robbed of his title and lands by his
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WWII LUFTWAFFE
AIRFIELD SET
In 2007 Airfix released four new Airfield Diorama Sets; WWII RAF, WWII
Luftwaffe, WWII USAAF and Modern RAF. Each set comes with an aircraft,
military vehicles, personnel and a diorama base to place the completed
models on to make the perfect diorama setting.
In this 2nd Issue Airfix Club Magazine, a younger member of the Airfix Club has kindly created a step by
step build of the WWII Luftwaffe Airfield Set A06902. This kit contains; Messerschmitt Bf109E 1:72, Opel
Blitz & PAK 40 Gun 1:76, Luftwaffe Personnel and a vac-formed diorama base which also has two tents, a
bunker and tarpaulin covered crates moulded into it. This kit doesn’t come with paints or any other modelling
accessories so please note that you will need various other materials to replicate this particular example.
The Messerschmitt Bf109 E was the Luftwaffe’s main fighter during the Battle of Britain and was also
used as a fighter bomber in North Africa. This particular example is based on a typical airfield in Libya
1941. This kit comes with various decal options and can be themed on a typical Luftwaffe Airfield in
Germany, Italy, Russia or North Africa, incorporating other aircraft and military vehicles such as the
Messerschmitt Bf 109G.
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1. Start off by giving the whole of the base a wash of colour - for this use Humbrol Dark Earth 29, thinned slightly with Humbrol
Thinners. This will ensure that there won’t be any grey visible through the scatter. See Pic 1
2. Once paint is dry, you can begin work on the first of the details on the base. The base comes with two moulded crates that
are covered by tarpaulin like netting. To add more texture, you can make your own tarpaulins to cover the tops of the crates. To do
this, thin 2ply toilet paper (kitchen towel or tissue paper also works) is moulded over the crates. Cut the paper to size, then using
a paintbrush dipped in water moisten the paper by dabbing it with the brush until it follows the contour lines of the crate.
Once dry, add another wash of water to the tarpaulin to make it conform to the surface even more. Then leave the tarpaulins to dry.
3. Apply a thin layer of PVA glue over the vac-form base, with the exception of the bunker, tents and tarpaulin crates. Then mix your
selected scatters and gently sprinkle them using a sieve over the base and carry on this process until the base is completely
covered. Once dry, use a stiff brush to remove any loose scatter. There are several types of scatter available such as Jarvis or
Hornby SkaleScenics. When using scatters it is always better to start with darker colours and work up. The scatters used in this
build are Jarvis JS31 Dark Earth and JS30 Sand See Pic 2
1 6
4. Then paint the bunker with Humbrol Tank Grey 67. Once this has dried, use the dry-brushing technique to add lighter tones to the
bunker, making it look more like concrete, giving it an improved texture using Light Grey 64 followed by Camouflage Grey 28 to
build up the texture. See Pic 3
5. The tents can be painted in a similar way. I used Humbrol Khaki 26 and once dry, dry-brush tones of Army Green 102 and Olive
Green 86.
6. Start off by painting the interior parts in the recommended 50%/50% mix of Humbrol Cockpit Green 78 and Slate Grey 31. (Note
that when painting second/third coats may be required)
7. Then assemble the cockpit. Glue the fuselage halves together using masking tape to hold them whilst they dry. For this build, the
Pilot was omitted as the aircraft in this example will be on the ground being repaired, refulled and reloaded.
8. The next step is to assemble the wings, tailplanes and propeller; these can then be glued to the fuselage. Paint the propellers
with Humbrol Black Green 91 and the undersides of the Aircraft with a 50/50 mix of Aircraft Blue 65 and Camouflage Grey 28.
2 7 9. Mask the wings off and paint the upper surfaces with Humbrol Sea Grey 27. Once dry mask the upper surfaces to mark out
the camouflage lines and paint the splinter camouflage with Blue Grey 79. Next mask off the nose and tail, then paint with Insignia
Yellow 154. Once dry finally remove the masking tape and gently rub down and paint build-ups along the masking lines with Wet
& Dry sanding paper. See Pic 4
10. Using an old '00' size paint brush, cut the bristles down leaving only 1-2mm of the bristle. To create the mottling effect, dip the
brush into Humbrol Sea Grey 27 removing any excess with a tissue and then apply to the aircraft.
11. Once all the paint has completely dried, cover the whole aircraft in either a Humbrol gloss varnish or Johnsons Klear (Acrylic
Floor polish, found in most supermarkets). This improves the quality adhesion and appearance of the decals. Once this has
dried carefully cut out the decals. Dip them in warm water for around 20 seconds and place on the model. To position the
decals you can use a paint brush or a cotton bud. Once in position gently press it with a clean tissue. Once the decals have dried
off, to remove the gloss finish of the aircraft apply a coat or two of Humbrol Mattcote varnish.
12. Remove all the figures from their sprues and paint their hands and faces with Humbrol Flesh 61. Paint all the clothing in
Khaki 26 taking care around their hands and faces. Once they are dry, using the dry-brushing technique add some slightly lighter
3 8 colours such as Dark Earth 29 and White 34 to create a ‘creased’ effect on their clothing. See Pic 5
13. Paint all their individual details such as caps, spanners and tool boxes. Once they have dried carefully cut off the figures base from
their feet (Children may require assistance from an adult for this stage). Paint their boots with Matt Black 33 then in Tank Grey 67
to pick up on details. Once they are dry apply a cote of Humbrol Mattcote.
14. Begin the construction of the Opel Blitz Truck by removing the necessary chassis parts from the sprue. Using minimal amounts
of poly cement, attach the leaf springs and transmission components. Attach the remaining components of the chassis including
the cab base, but omit the wheels as it is easier to paint and fix these later. The interior colour of the blitz is not overly important
as the interior detail is hard to see so just paint the floor in Humbrol Matt Black 33. See Pic 6
15. Remove the cab components from the sprue, paint the seat Dark Earth 29 to represent fabric. Paint the dashboard Black 33 and
then the dials with White 34. Once the cab is dry, the chassis can be painted Black 33 and Aluminium 56 can be used to pick out
any detail by dry-brushing if you wish. Then paint the radiator grille Black 33.
16. Glue the cab to the chassis. Note that this kit doesn’t come with windows. They have been scratch built from clear plastic in
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17. Attach the back of the truck onto the chassis and paint with Humbrol Linen 74, also paint the hub caps with this colour. Then paint
the roof canvas with Khaki Drill 72 and glue it onto the truck. Using the dry-brushing technique you can add detail to the canvas
with White 34. See Pic 7
18. Paint the tyres with Humbrol Tank Grey 67 and carefully glue them to the chassis. To add decals use the same process as for the
Messerschmitt.
19. Remove all the parts of the PAK 40 gun from the sprues and paint with Humbrol Linen 74. See Pics 8 & 9
20. To add extra affect you can drill out the end of the barrel of the gun and paint the inside with Black Green 91.
21. Once dry, glue all the parts together using a small amount of glue and then finally paint the tyres Tank Grey 67.
22. Now all the parts are complete, arrange all the models in the position you want them to be in on the base before gluing them
down using PVA glue. Carry out the same process with all the figures.
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BOOK REVIEW
SPITFIRE
PORTRAIT OF A LEGEND
By Leo McKinstry
Due for publication in May 2008. Price £8.99. Paperback. 448 pp.
Black and white images. ISBN 978 0 7195 6875 6. Published by
John Murray. A hard back version is currently available with a RRP
of £20.00
AUCTION REPORT
It is still possible to find original Airfix kits in mint
and boxed condition at auction, as we discovered at
a recent sale of Toys for the Collector held at Special
Auction Services at their Midgham Auction Rooms,
near Reading in Berkshire.
Prices were generally reasonable and the Airfix selection comprised
mostly Aircraft across both Military and Civilian categories.
Highlights were as follows:
Lot 395 went under the hammer for £65 to a bidder who added a
quantity of Airfix aircraft to his collection, including a Westland
Whirlwind, Lockheed Hudson and Douglas Boston. A selection of civilian
and military Airfix kits made up Lot 396 including a Boeing 747 Jumbo
Jet, Hunter F.6 and Fokker Friendship. It all sold for £48.
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By June 1940, the German Army had brought the rest of Europe to its
knees. The future of Europe depended on Britain. The confident Hermann
Gőring thought it would be only a matter of weeks before his planes NEW AIRFIX MINI KITS
would force Britain to surrender. However, the courage, resourcefulness
and brilliant organisation of the RAF were to prove him wrong. For the younger modeller, as well as someone who is just getting into the
By September of that year, the RAF proved invincible, thanks to the hobby, the Airfix series of Mini Kits is ideal. The kits come pre-painted to a
Vickers Supermarine Spitfire, developed and built at the Supermarine high standard and are assembled easily with a spot of glue. Each kit comes
Works at Eastleigh in Hampshire. It was by far superior to any other
with glue as well as a display stand on which to show off your models to
aircraft of the time, fired by the equally superior Rolls-Royce Merlin
engine.
their best advantage.
R J Mitchell, a shy and extremely modest aeronautical engineer, was
the genius behind the Spitfire. On 5th March 1936, following its
Airfix are releasing five new Mini Kits in 1:100 and 1:144 scale in 2008, also included in the kits is
a tube of Humbrol Polycement:
successful maiden flight a legend was born.
Prize-winning historian Leo McKinstry’s vivid history of the Spitfire
brings together a rich cast of characters and first-hand testimonies. A50024 Focke Wulf Fw190A in
It is a tale of drama and heroism, glory and tragedy with the main 1:100 scale. 21 pieces
protagonist the remarkable plane that played a crucial role in saving
Britain and winning the War.
A50025 P-47 Thunderbolt in
1:100 scale. 20 pieces
A50027 McDonnell Douglas F-15
Eagle in 1:144 scale. 22 pieces
Lot 392 - six Airfix kits including two Supermarine S.6B Seaplanes, a
DH Tiger Moth and a Hawker P1127 - all in original packets which sold
for £38.
Lot 393 comprised a variety of kits from a Bofors Gun, Sam-2 Guideline
Missile to a Jungle Outpost and a selection of aircraft including a Dornier A50026 Mitsubishi Zero
Do 17 and Avro Lancaster, all in original boxes. The Lot sold for £85.
in 1:100 scale. 26 pieces
A50067 McDonnell Douglas F-4
Phantom in 1:144 scale. 22 pieces
For information on future Special Auction Services Toy and Model
Sales, visit the website at: www.specialauctionservices.com
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For the Nick Park animation fans amongst
you, Airfix have added a brand new
character to the Airfix Screen Entertainment
Series in the shape of Shaun the Sheep.
Shaun made his debut in the Wallace &
Gromit movie ‘A Close Shave’ back in 1995.
He was so loved that he has developed into
a full-grown movie star in his own right and
Shaun loves to have fun and is a very curious character but this often lands him in
unintended trouble, often caused by some of the other animals on the farm!
New for this year come two 1:12 scale Airfix sets of Shaun along with some of his farmyard pals, all ready for you to
complete and create your own hilarious farmyard fun. The first set A50018 contains Shaun the Sheep with the farm
Landrover. Shaun is constantly plagued with the antics of the Naughty Pigs, who are also very greedy, so the back of
the Landrover provides an excellent place for him to put them, keeping them out of his wool and out of mischief!
The Landrover is also a safe place for him to keep an eye on little Timmy the Lamb, who sucks his dummy and looks
as if butter would not melt in his mouth.
However, he is not as innocent as he appears and gets himself into all sorts of dangerous situations. This fun set
contains all the characters as well as the fantastic farm Landrover to build.
A50019 features Shaun the Sheep with Tractor. The Farmer goes about his work on the farm, not knowing what the
animals get up to behind his back. Bitzer the Farm Dog intends to keep it that way, often aiding and abetting the antics
of Shaun the Sheep. Build the tractor in this superb set and then add Shaun, who is about to drive off, supervised by
Bitzer standing by with whistle at the ready to control Shaun’s
latest escapade...
We leave you to finish the story!
© and TM Aardman Animations Ltd. 2008. All Rights
Reserved. Shaun the Sheep and character ‘Shaun
the Sheep’ © and TM Aardman Animations Ltd.

now has his own TV series.

A50018
Shaun the Sheep and the
Farm Landrover

A50019
Shaun the Sheep and the
Farm Tractor

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