...This new bunch of releases for February from Italeri includes large trucks, wargaming scale soviet tanks and a German Ambulance, with 48th scale aircraft thrown in. Let's have a look at what's new with the sprues and colours in our preview...
Italeri's new items for Feb 2017
TORNADO IDS 311° GV RSV-60° ANNIV.
#2766
scale 1/48th
Model Dim.: 38,1 cm
Box Dim.: 345 x 242 x 60 mm
The first November 1956 the Reparto Sperimentale Volo flight group of the Italian Air Force was born. The department was soon identified by the number 311 that is still present nowadays on the planes. To celebrate the sixty years of activities a dedicated commemorative livery has been developed and adopted on a Tornado IDS. It has been used during the commemorative event of' October 2016 ant it has generated a great interest and an impressive success. Today the “311” flight group is one of the most advanced aeronautical testing and experimental centres in the World and it is formed by highly trained and skilled personnel. The Tornado IDS, was developed by a partnership program, during the '70s, between Italy, Britain and Germany to develop a modern multi-role combat aircraft air attack. With almost 1,000 units produced, the Tornado is a milestone of the military aviation.
SUPER DECAL SHEET - COLOR INSTRUCTION SHEET
Decals for one version for the 311° GV RSV-60° ANNIV.
KV-1/ KV-2 two types - one kit
#15763
1/56th scale
Box Dim.: 290 x 190 x 45 mm
100% NEW MOULDs - 1 TANKER INCLUDED
WWll RUSSIAN MILITARY VEHICLE - EASY ASSEMBLY
Decals for 6 versions in Soviet service
MAN TGX XXL "WOLF TRANSPORTE"
#3921
1/24th scale
Model Dim.: 25,7 cm
Box Dim.: 373 x 241 x 96 mm
An interesting version of the famous German heavy truck characterised by an impressive, in perfect synergy with the design of the cabin, Arctic livery. The MAN TGX XXL is recognised by the commercial and industrial vehicles market as a reference point for its style and its personality. The development of the truck has been done taking in consideration the effectiveness and the performance in long range duties. The aerodynamic design of the truck is able to minimise the fuel consumption.
Furthermore, The XXL cabin offers maximum comfort on board and it can be considered an ideal solution for international long haul commercial activities. The range of engines has been developed to minimise the running and operating costs and ensure a longer working life.
JUNKERs JU-88 A4
#1018
1/72nd scale
Model Dim.: 19,9 cm
Box Dim.: 345 x 242 x 48 mm
UPGRADED MOULDS
The Junkers JU-88 must be considered the most important German aeroplane of World War II, next to the BF-109 and FW-190. This twin engine plane was originally designed as a fast bomber. The project was a complete success and thus the aircraft was also used as a valuable night fighter, a specialised attack aircraft, a torpedo-bomber or as reconnaissance aircraft and finally, during the final phase of WW II, it became known as “the Flying Bomb”. The A4 was the most widely used variant of the Luftwaffe and participated in all theatres during the war, from the battle of Britain to the desperate defence of the German skies.
Decals for one version in Luftwaffe service
KFZ.305 AMBULANCE
#7055
1/72nd scale
Model Dim.: 8,2 cm
Box Dim.: 258 x 162 x 38 mm
The Opel Blitz medium truck was used extensively by the German Army on all fronts during World War Two. Several thousand of them were produced. They were also used as platforms for anti-aircraft weaponry and tanker, workshop and ambulance versions were made. Of sturdy construction and easy to maintain, it also featured good off-road performance which made it invaluable in both the Russian and African campaigns.
Decals for 4 versions in German Service during WWII
SD. ANHANGER 51
#6450
1/35th scale
Model Dim.: 7,6 cm
Box Dim.: 258 x 162 x 38 mm
SD. ANHANGER 51
CONTAINS 2 MODELS
All of these new model kits should be available in January from http://www.italeri.com/
