Miniature aircraft models - Aircraft of World War II

Velius · 03-09-2008, 12:09 PM

Hello everyone,

A while ago someone posted a thread about where you could find 21st century toys. On that thread I had a question that I want to make into a new thread. I was wondering- does anyone know where to find miniature aircraft models?

I'm not familiar with scale sizes but I'm looking for aircraft not much bigger than a large coin.

These are webcam pics of what I have and what I'm looking for size-wise...

Thanks

cougar32d · 03-09-2008, 12:30 PM

ghq models makes metal 1/285 aircraft models and there's many more. small scale is my so-called specialty....pm me and i can try to give you more info

Wayne Little · 03-10-2008, 06:21 AM

Interesting, small but interesting...

A4K · 03-10-2008, 06:22 AM

Revell (Germany) do a number of kits in this size (can't remember the scale exactly) -I think they go by the name 'Revell mini kits', some of which come as a boxed set of 3 different aircraft. Most subjects seem to be modern aircraft, mostly American types, and are prepainted. You just need to 'snap' them together.

freebird · 03-10-2008, 01:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cougar32d

ghq models makes metal 1/285 aircraft models and there's many more. small scale is my so-called specialty....pm me and i can try to give you more info

Do you have any information about 1/432 size? I'm trying to find some of the older "cruver" or similar models, for non-US countries. It's tough to find them...

Velius · 03-10-2008, 02:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by A4K

Revell (Germany) do a number of kits in this size (can't remember the scale exactly) -I think they go by the name 'Revell mini kits', some of which come as a boxed set of 3 different aircraft. Most subjects seem to be modern aircraft, mostly American types, and are prepainted. You just need to 'snap' them together.

I remember seeing these. I saw a lot of them at a hobby store while I was on a small vacation....but go figure- I can't find them in my town

. I'll just have to look around for these some more- they're out there somewhere!

Velius · 03-10-2008, 03:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wayne Little

Interesting, small but interesting...

oh, and sorry the pics are a little hazy

Webcam shots

cougar32d · 03-10-2008, 03:17 PM

are you looking for any specific aircraft? just sent you a pm regarding the subj.

Velius · 03-10-2008, 03:26 PM

I got your PM courgar.

For the most part I'm trying to find most of the WWII planes you could find in the 1:72 scale (I believe this is the more common scale for models), but smaller. I'd collect the larger models but I'm kinda short on space at the moment.

A4K · 03-10-2008, 03:26 PM

You should be able to get the Revell kits through the net, Velius. If not, let me know what you're after and I can try and get them for you in Hungary.

cougar32d · 03-10-2008, 03:30 PM

drop me a line, ive got 1/350 scale f4u's,f4f wildcats,f6f hellcats, helldivers,b-25's and a bunch of modern jets, i could send you a few.

Velius · 03-10-2008, 03:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by A4K

You should be able to get the Revell kits through the net, Velius. If not, let me know what you're after and I can try and get them for you in Hungary.

I need to look on-line more I get some free time- between work and school I don't get much usually

. Spring break is comming up though and this'll be the perfect time! Thanks for your help!

ian lanc · 03-10-2008, 03:35 PM

i bet you lot didn't know a few years back that 'KINDER' the makers of the choco' egg with the toy inside did miniature planes

, they did a spitfire,hurricane,109,110,mustang,blenheim,mitche ll,kittyhawk and a russain fighter

all came painted with a little decal sheet, with a bit of patience they looked good.

ian.

Velius · 03-10-2008, 03:47 PM

I had/have an idea of trying to model mini aircraft out of wood from a WWII aircraft spotter playing card deck I have that have 3-veiw drawings of aircraft. They seem 'bout the right size too.

A4K · 03-10-2008, 03:49 PM

No worries mate, I can only use the net at work myself (you will notice long absences when we're really busy). Just say the word if you need anything, and I'll see what I can do.

03-10-2008, 03:35 PM	#13
ian lanc Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: mansfield, nottinghamshire Posts: 445	i bet you lot didn't know a few years back that 'KINDER' the makers of the choco' egg with the toy inside did miniature planes , they did a spitfire,hurricane,109,110,mustang,blenheim,mitche ll,kittyhawk and a russain fighter all came painted with a little decal sheet, with a bit of patience they looked good. ian. __________________ Me likey this forum, full of nice humans

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

03-09-2008, 12:30 PM	#2
cougar32d Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: san antonio texas Posts: 276	ghq models makes metal 1/285 aircraft models and there's many more. small scale is my so-called specialty....pm me and i can try to give you more info

03-10-2008, 06:21 AM	#3
Wayne Little Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Adelaide Sth. Aust. Posts: 12,511	Interesting, small but interesting...

03-10-2008, 06:22 AM	#4
A4K Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 3,224	Revell (Germany) do a number of kits in this size (can't remember the scale exactly) -I think they go by the name 'Revell mini kits', some of which come as a boxed set of 3 different aircraft. Most subjects seem to be modern aircraft, mostly American types, and are prepainted. You just need to 'snap' them together.

03-10-2008, 03:17 PM	#8
cougar32d Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: san antonio texas Posts: 276	are you looking for any specific aircraft? just sent you a pm regarding the subj.

03-10-2008, 03:26 PM	#9
Velius Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Central Texas Posts: 250	I got your PM courgar. For the most part I'm trying to find most of the WWII planes you could find in the 1:72 scale (I believe this is the more common scale for models), but smaller. I'd collect the larger models but I'm kinda short on space at the moment.

03-10-2008, 03:30 PM	#11
cougar32d Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: san antonio texas Posts: 276	drop me a line, ive got 1/350 scale f4u's,f4f wildcats,f6f hellcats, helldivers,b-25's and a bunch of modern jets, i could send you a few.

03-10-2008, 03:47 PM	#14
Velius Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Central Texas Posts: 250	I had/have an idea of trying to model mini aircraft out of wood from a WWII aircraft spotter playing card deck I have that have 3-veiw drawings of aircraft. They seem 'bout the right size too.

03-10-2008, 03:49 PM	#15
A4K Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 3,224	No worries mate, I can only use the net at work myself (you will notice long absences when we're really busy). Just say the word if you need anything, and I'll see what I can do.