March 31, 2026

Preview: Two more new kits from Trumpeter in April...

Trumpeter has picked two great subjects for their April releases. We have colours, decals & built-up kits & CADs showing features of them both in our preview...

Preview: Two more new kits from Trumpeter in April...

PLAAF J-36 Prototype 
by Trumpeter
Kit No. 01689
1/72nd scale
The emergence of the J-36 has generated significant interest and analysis within the global defence community. Its advanced features and capabilities suggest China has made substantial progress in military aviation technology, potentially narrowing or closing gaps with Western aerospace capabilities.

The decals in the box
The colour scheme provided in this boxing...
The J-36 represents a significant advancement in Chinese military aviation technology, embodying the evolution of air combat requirements and capabilities. Its sophisticated integration of stealth technology, advanced propulsion systems, and network-centric warfare capabilities positions it as a formidable platform for future air operations.

Length: 300.1mm / Wingspan: 313.5 mm
Total of 6 sprues
More Features    
 The kit consists of  over 80 parts, clear parts for canopy
- fuselage & wing with finely engraved panel lines
- two 3D-printed pilot seats are included
Masks are provided for the transparencies.
The built-up (& painted) model - looking good!


P-47D Thunderbolt Razorback
by Trumpeter
Kit No. 02427
1/24th scale
The P-47 was a big (7-tonne) and very powerful high-altitude fighter, commonly called "the Jug". The project started from 1939. And deliveries started late in 1942. A total of 15683 of these US fighter aircraft were built in WWII. Early on, the P-47 was designed as an interceptor, but later it proved to be an outstanding combat plane both in bomber escort and ground-attack duty. 

The decals in the box
Masks are also provided in this kit.
The colour schemes provided in this box...
It's great structural strength and massive radial engine could withstand damage better than the other plane. P-47D. This model was the major production version, and 6,315 were built. This aircraft was powered by a water-injected version of the 2,000hp R-2800 engine, which gave it a top speed of 433mph at 30,000 feet. The P-47 models prior to D-25 became known as "Razorbacks".

Length: 462.3 mm / Wingspan: 545.2 mm
Total Parts: 350+
A total of 19 sprues, cowling and tires

More Features  - Detailed fuselage & wing w/ accurate design
- Highly detailed engines
- Finely detailed cockpit, gear cabin,
- Grooved rubber tires
- 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...