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Accurately reproduced exterior and cockpit. Photo etched flap hinges. Metal shafts and springs. Clear cockpit canopy and control panel face. Detailed landing gear with treaded vinyl tires. Detailed machine gun assemblies, tanks, and bombs. Three resin pilot figures. Highly detailed engine. Illustrated assembly guide. One Plastic Model. Assemble the North American P-51D Mustang IV with this 1;24 Scale Plastic Model Kit from Trumpeter Scale Models. Suitable for Ages 14 & .....
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Prototype Information; The YF-22 was developed through a partnership between Lockheed and Boeing as their entry in the Advanced Tactical Fighter (ATF) competition. Despite stiff competition from the other entry, the Northrop-McDonnell-Douglas YF-23, the YF-22 won the fly-off and was selected as the USAF's next generation fighter. The YF-22 has outstanding maneuverability and can cruise at supersonic speeds without using its afterburners. It will begin replacing F-15's and .....
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Thanks to its outstanding flight performance and enormous fire power, this high-altitude interceptor had numerous successes during its service with the USAAF. The prototype was launched on 27.01.1939. At the end of 1942 the first P-38s went into action in the Pacific theatre of war and quickly gained their reputation for great reliability. From October 1943 the P-38 was also flying long-range bomber escort missions over German territory. Due to its feared low-level strikes .....
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The best U.S. fighter at the time of Pearl Harbor, the P-40 blazed across the skies of China in the hands of the famous Flying Tigers. Shark-mouth nose. Pilot figure. Flying Tigers markings. Detailed cockpit.. ''Flying Tigers'' P-40B plastic model. #1; ''4 8P'', Stateside USAAF P-40B. Top; Olive Drab; Bottom; Neutral Grey. #2; ''KH o R'', Royal Air Force, North Africa. Top; Dk Green/Dk Earth Camoflage; Bottom; Azure Blue. #3; ''14'', All Volunteer Group (AVG) ''Flying .....
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The aircraft is composed of gray plastic pieces which are molded to sprue trees. Access ladder with handrails included. One standing pilot included for display. Each engine air intake has a spike. Wing tip tanks. Single-seater cockpit with pilot. Detailed retractable landing gear. Recessed panel lines give an authentic appearance. Waterslide decals. Detailed pictorial instructions included. One 1/48 Plastic F-104C Starfighter Aircraft. This is a 1/48 Plastic F-104C .....
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The F-16C Fighting Falcon is a tactical fighter developed from the F-16A Plus. Various upgrades from the original included replacing the APG-66 Fire Control System with the APG-68, improved target acquisition, IFF (Identify Friend/Foe), and load out with the new AIM-120 (AMRAAM) providing simultaneous multiple targeting. The engine bay was converted to accept either the Pratt & Whitney F-100 or General Electric F-110. The most significant change to the outward appearance is .....
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The deep black of a moonless Persian Gulf night shielded a small gunboat from detection. Silently creeping through the dark waters, the small boat was desiring to prey on defenseless oil tankers. The ships crewmen were secure in the knowledge thatthey were invisible to the eyes of the tankers. However, without any warning, violent explosions ripped across the surface of the small gunboat. The MH-6 Night Hawk had struck!. Plastic pieces attached to sprues and molded in .....
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Prototype Information; Manufacturer; McDonnell-Douglas Aircraft Corp., USA. Name; AH-64A Apache Service History; US Army; from 1983 to present Description; Two seat, attack helicopter Features; The AH-64 Apache is specifically designed for attacking and destroying enemy armour. It is armed with a rapid firing 30mm chain gun, Stinger and Hellfire anti-tank missiles. Detailed 1/48th scale for static display only. Markings included for one aircraft. 134 parts in olive green .....
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.. This is a Basic and Advanced Tips and Techniques for Styrene Modeling Book by Evergreen Scale .....
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On April 10, 1912, R.M.S. Titanic, with 2200 passengers on board, left Southampton on its maiden voyage to New York. The most luxurious liner of its time was considered unsinkable. On the evening of April 14, 1912, the Titanic collided with an iceberg. Within three hours, this giant liner sank, taking 1500 passengers down with it. Skill level 3 deluxe plastic model. Well over 150 pieces molded to sprue trees. -The hull is one black piece. -Decking are cream pieces. .....
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Black and gold..Lookin' bold...This sleek Mustang GT-350 has become a legendary muscle car due to its unique heritage as part of a fascinating fleet of high performance ''rent-a-rides.'' These were brazenly fast machines for anyone accustomed to the typical rental car, and tales persist to this day of motors being temporarily removed from a rented GT-350H to power a racing GT-350. Contains a total of 81 pieces. GT instrument cluster, dual exhausts and 4-speed transmission. .....
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The 1969 Z-28 was a classic blend of handling and acceleration. In fact, the impressive performance of the 1969 Z-28 established it as one of the musclecar legends of the 60's! This Revell replica captures every detail of this famous performance machine. Contains a total of 113 pieces. Includes a miniature 302 cubic-inch V-8 motor with two 4-barrel carburetors, a close ratio 4-speed transmission, heavy-duty. suspension, optional front and rear aerodynamic spoilers, and the. .....
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Parts molded in white and gray, plus clear pieces for windows and windshield. Static display model features a sunroof. Includes left and right steering consoles. Realistic rubber-like tires. Complete engine detail. Silver plated mags. Waterslide decals include three sets of plates and speedometer for dashboard.. Since it was first introduced in 1969, the Nissan Motor Company's ''Z'' has set standards for everyone else to follow. The ''Z'' has been the most widely produced .....
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Parts molded in black and silver; clear pieces also included. Highly detailed static display car model. Precisely reproduced engine bay and interior. Realistic rubber-like tires. Left and right steering consoles. Ventilated disc brakes fitted at all corners. Waterslide decals include three sets of plates.. During the early 1970's, the Toyota Motor Company of Japan ventured into the specialty car field, and soon established a reputation for producing cars with both quality .....
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The M2 Bradley is one of the newest additions to the inventory of the U.S. Army and was used with great success during Operation Desert Storm in 1991. The Bradley is an armoured personnel carrier equipped with a turret mounted cannon, effective against enemy troops and lightly armoured vehicles. Highly detailed 1/35th scale plastic kit for static display. 285 parts in tan plastic with flexible P.V.C. tracks. Detailed chassis with individual suspension arms and road wheels. .....
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Plastic parts are attached to sprues and molded in silver, black, and transparent green. Realistic 4-stroke engine. Detailed monocoque frame and suspension system. Solid rubber-like tires with exact tread pattern. Realistic brake and ignition lines. Steerable front wheel. Waterslide decals. Includes small screws, screwdriver, brake lines and a small spring for the suspension. Detailed pictorial instructions. One 1/12 Scale Kawasaki Ninja ZX-12R Motorcycle Plastic Model Kit. .....
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Learn the ABCs of bridges (beam and thru-plate girder bridges, truss spans, deck bridges, trestles, arches, viaducts, culverts, wood truss bridges, and more) Add a covered highway bridge to your layout Black and White diagrams and photographs PACKAGE INCLUDES; 1-Book----Model Railroad Bridges and Trestles. Number of Pages; 152. From; Model Railroader. Includes plans for the Gloucester Draw bridge. Model Railroad Bridges and Trestles brings together more than 20 years of .....
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Number of Pages; 52. Illustrations; Black and White. 11 unique HO layouts (variety of sizes and shapes). Easy to use product lists, with item # for all layouts. Clear installations diagrams for electrical components. Two ''new'' layouts, Atlas classics, updated for today's modeler. Layout variation to assure wide variety of train operations. Learn how to; Plan your model railroad, all about track diagrams, build your railroad, layout wiring, and tracklaying. One book, ''HO .....
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Number of Pages; 56. Illustrations; Black and White. Extensive glossary. Basic, intermediate and advanced techniques. Full descriptions and diagrams of Atlas wiring components. Tips and shortcuts on how to avoid common pitfalls. Precise installation information for all types of accessories and control panels. One book, ''The Complete Atlas Wiring Book'' (All Scales). This is the first user-friendly, modern, and up-to-date model railroading wiring book for all scales and .....
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Number of Pages; 44. Illustrations; Black and White. Lots of tips and the latest advances in model railroading technology. Blueprints for 12 basic layouts that allow for future expansion. Comprehensive list of all Atlas track needed for each layout. Large, clear diagrams and photos to visually guide you through each step. Complete and simple wiring instructions and guidelines. Learn how to create a realistic environment with buildings, paint and landscaping. One Book, .....
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96 pages. Includes information on the following; Building The Benchwork, Laying Track, Wiring, Painting And Installing Portals, Forming Land And Mountains, Detailing Plastic Buildings, Foliage And Trees, Scenery Finishing, And Detailing. Illustrated with black and white and color photographs and black and white diagrams. (1) 8 1/4'' X 10 3/4'' paperback book. ''A Realistic HO Layout For Beginners'', by author Lou Sassi, give step-by-step instructions for building a complete .....
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Glossy softcover 96 page book. Gives you simple solutions needed to build scenery for a layout of any size or scale. Clear, concise instructions and over 200 step-by-step color photo- graphs and diagrams demonstrate quick and easy, yet effective. techniques for adding realistic scenery elements to your model. railroad. You'll learn how to. -Prepare and apply ground covering to various landscapes. -Model various types of trees and woodlands. -Create streams, ponds and .....
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64 page softcover book. A selection of 16 simple and proven layout plans that have been collected from previous issues of Model Railroader Magazine. Each layout design features. -Colorfully rendered track plan and illustrations. -List of materialsused in construction. -Construction tips and techniques. -Scenery and operating suggestions. Also includes a number of instructional chapters to help you get acquainted with the fundamentals of benchwork construction,. .....
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Plain & simple explanations where the instruction manuals left off!. Inside this book, you will better understand DCC (Digital Command Control) by addressing. *How DCC has evolved and improved. *Practical benefits of operating your layout with *Basic DCC system components and how they work. *Decoder installations. *Troubleshooting common issues. Includes DCC buyer's guide to help you make the right DCC purchase. 48 Pages. ''DCC Made Easy'' Is a Kalmbach Model .....
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Paperback book with glossy-type pages. Scenery projects and ideas that will bring your layout to life!. A collection of helpful scenery stories from the pages of ''Model Railroader'' Magazine. Numerous feature articles, organized by topic, that are compiled to help you develop proven techniques and new ideas for creating realistic scenery on a layout of any size or scale. Easy-to-follow projects that show you exactly how to. -Add depth to your layout with background .....
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An illustrated start-to-finish guide to terrain construction and landscaping. It's full of basics for beginners. Contains secrets of skilled scenery modelers. Explains many revolutionary new techniques. More than 150 pages, 16 color pages and dozens of illustrations. Detailed guidance for re-creating natural settings in scale. Book describes products, tools, and foolproof methods. A guide that will help you achieve craftsman-quality results the first time. One ''The Scenery .....
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In just five easy steps, you'll learn how to build a realistic model railroad layout with mountains, valleys, creeks, and low-lying areas. The SubTerrain Lightweight Layout System makes it all possible without the need for power tools or complicated calculations. Glossy softcover 101 page book. Includes techniques helpful for the beginner as well as the advanced rail modeler. Includes some color and many black and white pictures. This book is full of helpful ''how-to'' .....
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The exploration of space is one of mankind's last great adventures. The rockets used to put man on the moon were effective but wasteful, they could only be used once. In 1972, NASA began development of a reusable spaceship. The shuttle that is nowa reality has given us the ability to launch satellites and carry parts into space for future exploration. Plastic pieces attached to sprues and molded in white and black. The exterior surface of the shuttle is complete with .....
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This strange aircraft is a unique assemblage of flat external surfaces, and the advanced airframe relies on non-metallic materials throughout. The aircraft is a single-place design that is powered by two F-404 Turbofan engine. 1/72 scale plastic kit is for static display. 12 detailed black parts that snap together - no glue necessary; no paint necessary. Stealth has no right angles and a radar absorbent skin that make it virtually invisible to enemy radar. Two imaging .....
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