June 24, 2025

Preview: Trumpeter's three from two in July...

Trumpeter makes three kits out of two with the "Dogfight Double" (don't call it that) 72nd scale PAF J-10CE & IAF Rafale plus a neat-looking 35th scale UH-1Y Venom for their July items. Colours, decals, & built-up kits in our preview...


Preview: A from Trumpeter in August...

PAF J-10CE Multi-Role Fighter & IAF Rafale 2 in 1 (2 kits)
by Trumpeter
Kit No #01690
1/72nd scale
The PAF J-10CE is a Chinese-made, fourth-plus generation multirole fighter jet that has been inducted into the Pakistan Air Force (PAF). It is an export-optimised version of the J-10C, in service with the People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF). The J-10CE is designed for air superiority and strike missions, featuring advanced capabilities like AESA radar, long-range missiles, and a modernised powerplant. 

The colour schemes presented in these two kits
J-10CE: 
Rafale:
The decals in the box
The Indian Air Force (IAF) Rafale refers to the French-made Dassault Rafale fighter jet that the IAF acquired. India purchased 36 Rafale aircraft in a deal finalised in 2016, with the first jets arriving in 2020. The Rafale is a highly versatile, multirole fighter jet capable of performing various missions, including air superiority, ground attack, and reconnaissance. 

J-10CE: Length: 232 mm / Wingspan: 135 mm
    Rafale: Length: 213 mm / Wingspan: 142mm
Total Parts     270+
Photo-Etched Parts
Total Sprues:
J-10CE: 8 sprues

Rafale: 6 sprues and fuselage
The PAF J-10CE,  made up in bare plastic.
Both the models, built up & painted by Trumpeter's in-house model builders...
The PAF J-10CE 
The Indian Rafale...


UH-1Y Venom 
by Trumpeter
Kit No. 05118
1/35th scale
The UH-1Y Venom, a modern utility helicopter, was developed from the UH-1N Twin Huey, which was first introduced in the early 1970s. Building on the success of its predecessor, the Venom features a reliable airframe integrated with cutting-edge avionics and a new propulsion system. Leveraging off-the-shelf technology, the helicopter shares a significant amount of commonality with the AH-1Z Viper, a premier attack helicopter developed under the same programme.

The colour schemes presented in this kit and its aircraft
The decals in the box
Masks are provided for this kit also
The Venom's modular design allows for a high degree of flexibility, enabling it to carry 8 fully equipped soldiers or be transformed to accommodate various roles, such as MEDEVAC or cargo transport. Additionally, the helicopter's open doors can be equipped with machine guns or Gatling guns for self-defence, while its cargo bay can be fitted with pods containing Hydra 70 rockets or APKWS laser-guided anti-armour missiles to soften up enemy defences before landing.

Model length: 391mm / Rotor diameter: 389.2 mm
Total Parts: 310+
Total Sprues of 8
More Features: fuselage moulded w/authentic details
- Finely detailed cockpit
- Finely detailed rotors
- Photo-etched parts included

The model built up by Trumpeter's in-house model builders...

These kits will soon be on sale through Trumpeter's distributors worldwide...