Airfix J6004 Quick Build Apache Helicopter Model Kit & J6003 Quick Build BAe Hawk Aircraft Model Kit (Black)

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One of the most important aircraft of the early jet era, the North American F-86 Sabre was in many ways a jet powered version of the company’s hugely successful P-51D Mustang from WWII and an aircraft which made full use of captured German aerodynamic research material. Featuring a distinctive 35 degree wing sweep, the Sabre also incorporated three nose mounted .50 calibre machine guns positioned on either side of the aircraft’s nose, with this jet powered gunslinger sharing many design philosophies with its famous piston engined predecessor. On entering service with the U.S Air Force in 1949, the North American F-86 Sabre would have the distinction of not only being America’s first swept wing fighter, but also the fastest fighter aircraft in the world at that time, a true aviation classic. Isle of Man, Isle of Wight, Northern Ireland and the Scottish Highlands) may take longer to reach you.

Diminutive in profile, but undoubtedly one of the most famous tank designs in the history of warfare, the Panzer III will be a welcome addition to our ever growing 1/35th scale Military Vehicle range. Airfix has been a major player in the industry since 1952 and is actually now the oldest manufacturer of toy models in the United Kingdom (UK). A later development of the classic Sabre, the F-86F-40 variant was the ultimate day fighter version of this famous aircraft and featured a number of improvements which kept the Sabre at the forefront of world fighter technology. With a new engine giving the aircraft more power this variant re-introduced the leading edge slats to the ‘6-3’ wing area increase, enhancing the dogfighting capabilities of this famous fighter, whilst at the same time reducing the aircraft’s landing approach speed to a much more manageable 124 mph. These modifications proved so successful that many earlier variants of the Sabre were retrospectively upgraded to include these advancements. Find an extensive range of Airfix models and accessories including military aircrafts, ships, figures, dioramas, military vehicles, and more right here at Models & Hobbies 4U - your friendliest hobby shop for Airfix in Melbourne, Australia!One of the front runners in our recent poll, the de Havilland Canada Beaver will be a popular addition to the latest Vintage Classics range. At Models & Hobbies 4U, our motto is ‘Service Before Self’! So if you have any questions or can’t quite find the Airfix model you’re looking for, give us a call or a wave in store and we’ll be ready to help you right away. HMS Fearless was a popular suggestion when we recently asked readers to nominate which models they would like to see joining the Vintage Classics range.

Browse through Airfix Vintage Classic models, New Future Release aircraft kits to Airfix Starter Kits and beyond! Looking for iconic models? You can’t go wrong with popular airplane models like the Airfix Spitfire, Buccaneer, Hurricane and Typhoon. Airfix soldiers are also a must-have! Here at Airfix HQ, we realise that the return to work after a nice Christmas and New Year break can be quite a challenge for many, so we came up with a little something to try and ease that transition somewhat, particularly for those of us with modelling in our blood - the release of our latest extensive product range. The culmination of many months of work by every member of the Airfix Team and utilising the specialist skills of our on-line department, everything seemed to proceed without a hitch this year, something which has not always been the case at range launch. As scheduled, on Monday afternoon last, a new collection of Airfix delights was unleashed on an expectant modelling world and if our web stats are to be believed, tens of thousands of people from all over the world were waiting to see what we had to offer them over the coming twelve months. Models & Hobbies 4U is where you’ll find quality Airfix models, beginner model kits, accessories and more! Okay, we have skirted around the main event for long enough now, so let’s get on to the subject which we know commands the most reader attention following the launch of any new range, our new aircraft and military vehicle tooling announcements for the coming year. Representing another significant year of investment in the Airfix brand, in addition to the three vehicle kits already covered, we also have four new aircraft kits joining the range in 2022, in addition to a further three new military vehicle toolings in our 1/35th scale range. In 1/72nd scale, we can look forward to the arrival of the Gloster Meteor F.8, a later development of the only British jet fighter to see operational service during the Second World War and a thoroughbred early jet design if ever their was on. In contrast to this, our historic 1/24th scale ‘Superkit’ range can now boast the inclusion of an impressive new Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IXc, but we will have more on this kit a little later.This new concept of starter set first appeared in our 2020 range, with the announcement of our new Spitfire, Hawk T.1, Tiger and Sherman tank kits, and following release, immediately proved to be a hit with modellers of all ages and abilities. Remaining faithful to the beautiful lines of the aircraft or vehicle on which they are based, the hope is that once several of these kits have been enjoyed by a modeller, they will be ready to progress to kits within our standard ranges, with a whole world of modelling enjoyment before them. The three newly tooled models added to this range are the Bugatti Chiron, the Pagani Huayra and the timeless supercar classic that is the Jaguar E-Type. Having already had the opportunity to inspect the prototype models of each new design, we can confirm that they all feature impressive levels of detail, with the spoked wheels of the E-Type being particularly noteworthy. In its early beginnings, Airfix started off selling inflatable rubber toys and plastic hair combs (after the Second World War). It was only until Airfix was approached by Harry Ferguson (the tractor manufacturer) that they began producing tractor model kits - which was a huge success. Airfix modelling enthusiasts had something of a pre-range launch surprise last Sunday, as an unexpected feature of our Spitfire: An icon in Airfix event at IWM Duxford saw the unveiling of a spectacular new model. The event was timed to coincide with the museum’s spectacular Spitfire: Evolution of an icon exhibition and as delegates at our sold out event settled down to enjoy talks by our Head of Brand and his product design colleagues, they soon found out that they were actually also going to be part of a significant new model announcement. Before our lead researcher and one of our senior product designers enthralled delegates with details of how they immortalise aircraft and vehicles into the historic Airfix range of model kits, our new 1/24th scale Spitfire Mk.IXc was placed on the display table to great excitement. Over the years, Airfix expanded to supply even more toys and models including engines, motorcycles, Airfix model car kits (modern to vintage), ships, spaceships, as well as accessories and among many others tools. Browse our range of Airfix Model kits