December 19, 2025

Preview: Four releases from Italeri in December...

Four releases from Italeri with three Italian icons (& four German aces) this month. Check them out in art, plastic, colours, decals & info in our preview...

Preview: Four releases from Italeri in December...

Bf 109 G-6 Aces
From Italeri
No #1483
1/72nd scale
Model Dim. 12.5 cm
The Messerschmitt Bf 109 monoplane fighter is, without a doubt, one of the most famous fighter aircraft of the Second World War and can be considered one of the symbols of the Luftwaffe. Throughout the conflict, it was regularly upgraded in terms of engines and armament in an effort to remain competitive against more modern aircraft with superior flight performance. 

The decals in this kit
The decals provided with this kit – 5 LUFTWAFFE ACES: Hauptm. Erich Hartmann, Hauptm. Gerhard Barkhorn, Major Günther Rall, and Obslt. Johannes Steinhoff.
Together with the Focke-Wulf Fw 190, it formed the backbone of the Luftwaffe’s fighter units. The most renowned German aces flew the Bf 109, achieving a significant number of aerial victories. Among them we can recall the pilots of the famous Jagdgeschwader 52 and the ace with the highest number of kills of the Second World War: Erich Hartmann.

The parts of the kit


500 Abarth 2008
From Italeri
No #3674 
1/24th scale
Model Dim.
In 2007, the Fiat Group introduced the successor to the iconic symbol of Italian automotive production: the Fiat 500. The design was immediately regarded as extremely appealing, featuring stylistic solutions reinterpreted in a modern and contemporary way, while recalling the “classic” Fiat 500 that first appeared on the market in 1957. Based on the Fiat 500, the intriguing 500 Abarth version was also created, following in the footsteps of Fiat’s historic small sports car produced since the late 1950s. 

The marking choice in this kit
The decals provided with this kit
The “Abarth” differs from the model it is derived from through its distinctly sporty design, with air intakes, side skirts, and larger bumpers. Significant mechanical upgrades were also introduced, including a turbocharged engine capable of delivering excellent performance, sporty exhausts with their distinctive sound, and lowered suspension to enhance road handling.

The parts of the kit


Bugatti Type 41 Royal Coupé Napoleon
From Italeri
No #13705
1/24th scale
Model 24.5 cm
The Type 41 "Royale" is considered by the automotive industry to be one of the most prestigious and luxurious cars ever produced. It was initially built on what might be termed an ‘artisan’ scale by the Bugatti car manufacturer, with only six units being built from 1929 to 1933. With its imposing and "monumental" dimensions, it was also fitted with an engine that provided the largest displacement ever built, of over 12,000 cm³. In fact, Ettore Bugatti's aim was to create a car so prestigious that sales would be restricted to a very small, exclusive group of potential customers that included the royal houses of the period. 

The marking choice in this kit
The six "Type 41s" shared the same chassis and engine but differed in the configuration of the bodywork. Of the six Royale cars produced, the Coupé Napoléon was the first in chassis order. It was notable for its elegant two-tone black and blue bodywork and the highly sought-after velvet interiors. It was Ettore Bugatti's private car for many years and is an icon of world automotive production.

The parts of the kit


Macchi MC.200
From Italeri
No #2516
100% new moulds
1/32nd scale
Photo-etch & 3D-printed decals included
The Subject:
The Macchi C.200 Saetta was an Italian monoplane fighter aircraft that served in the Regia Aeronautica during World War II. Designed by Mario Castoldi, the C.200 was praised for its excellent manoeuvrability, strong airframe, and reliability, which made it a favourite among Italian pilots, despite having less firepower than its Allied counterparts. 
The aircraft saw extensive combat service in theatres including North Africa, the Mediterranean, the Soviet Union, and Greece. The Saetta was powered by a Fiat A74 radial engine, which gave it a top speed of over 310mph, but limited its overall performance compared to fighters with more powerful, liquid-cooled engines. Its initial armament of two 12.7 mm machine guns was a significant drawback, though later variants could carry a light bomb load. 

Macchis also served on the Eastern Front. Here are some partially screened-in makeshift shelters in what looks to be summertime in Russia.
Despite its limitations, the Saetta's robust and reliable radial engine made it a capable ground-attack aircraft and bomber escort, particularly in environments where liquid-cooled engines were more vulnerable. While the C.200's design was modern, its limitations in speed and armament became apparent as the war progressed, and it was eventually outmatched by newer Allied fighters. However, the C.200's excellent handling characteristics and strength meant it could still hold its own in combat against slower fighters, and it was a workhorse for the Italian air force, flying more operational sorties than any other Italian aircraft from 1940 until the armistice. Its design also served as the basis for subsequent, more powerful Macchi fighters, such as the MC.202 Folgore. 

Cockpit view of the Macchi MC.200 Saetta in the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force World War II Gallery
The restored version in the USAF museum.


The new-tooled Macchi C.200 kit in 32nd scale from Italeri
The Macchi C.200 Saetta in 1/32nd scale from Italeri is a completely new kit design. A release one might think in the start of the new year in 2026. 

We have several CADs of the kit showing the stripped-back workings and internals and showing us the features already of this still-in-development kit.
A full Fiat A74 radial engine is included; maybe just some wiring harnesses need to be added.
From the rear you can see the rear engine mount and bulkhead structure is included in some detail.
The internal firewall area behind the engine is shown in this illustration.
The detailed landing gear and internal gear bays are shown, with extensive detail in the drawings. We hope this transfers over to the plastic.
The rather rudimentary cockpit of the Macchi is also included in full. We think this one will have 3D-printed instrument panel included
The cockpit side of the canopy can open just like the real thing
No word on if the flying surfaces are posable yet; we would think and hope so if they follow the earlier Macchi kits in the same scale.
The parts of the kit
The model includes plastic and photo-etch, as you can see here.
Masks are provided in the kit also

The cockpit is detailed with the 3D-printed dials and instruments, or you can use the kit's plastic parts.
The decal sheet in the kit:
The six colourful marking choices are included.
That is it for this preview; you can find more about this kit on the Italeri website.