Along with the current sale from Hasegawa USA, they have sent in a small list of upcoming releases. They sure look very as very interesting subjects.
Limited Edition
1/48 Scale
A6M2b Zero Fighter
Type 21 “Rabaul”
When the Japanese attacked Rabaul in 1942, there was never any question of who the victors would be. The RAAF contingent on the island consisted of just fourteen outdated aircraft while the vessels sent against them could carry ten times that number. In a display of extreme courage, the RAAF launched its planes into the path of the Zeros attacking the island. In the following moments, the Zero’s effectiveness was proven beyond a reasonable doubt as the RAAF forces were obliterated.
- Kit Features:
Decals for two Imperial Japanese Navy Aircraft:
I.J.N. Tainan N.F.G. Code: V-117 Rabaul, 1942.
I.J.N. 201st N.F.G. Code: W1-111 Rabaul, 1943.
Total Parts: 69
Skill Level: 3
Stock Number: HSGS7359
MSRP: $37.99 USD
Limited Edition 2 Kits box
1/72 Scale
A-37B Dragonfly “Black Eagles”
Two Kit Combo
Republic of Korea Air Force Aerobatics Team Korea’s Air Demonstration Team, “Black Eagles”, amazed crowds of spectators with stunning feats of aerobatics in their A-37B Dragonfly aircraft from 1994 to 2007. These straight-winged, subsonic planes were unusual choices for a demonstration team; however, they proved perfect for the team’s precise maneuvers. The twin engines of these Cessna-built aircraft also made them more reliable than the average jet, leading to a lower average of fatalities for the extremely dangerous demonstrations.
- Kit Features:
Two kits with decals for the entire Black Eagles team:
Republic of Korea Air Force Aerobatic Team
“Black Eagles” Dec. 1994—Oct. 2007.
Total Parts: 61 x 2
Skill Level: 3
Stock Number: HSGS2072
MSRP: $42.99
Limited Edition
1/72 Scale
F-15K Slam Eagle
South Korean special Sixty specially modified F-15E fighters were transferred to the Republic of Korea with improved engines, avionics, electronic warfare suites and target acquisition systems. All those improvements are needed to offset the substantial numerical advantage of North Korea with which South Korea has been at war since the 1950s. These improvements are backed by the solid performance and massive (23,000 lb 10,400 kg) ordinance capability that is present in all F-15s.
- Kit Features:
New engine, pylon and antenna parts,
plus decals for:
Republic of Korea Air Force 11th
Fighter Wing Code: 039.
Republic of Korea Air Force 11th
Fighter Wing Code: 004.
Total Parts: 160
Skill Level: 3
Stock Number: HSGS2070
MSRP: $47.99 USD
Limited Edition
1/72 Scale
Kawasaki T-4 “Blue Impulse”
Two Kit Combo
- Kit Features:
Two kits with decals for the entire Blue Impulse team:
J.A.S.D.F. 4th AW 11th SQ. “Blue Impulse”
May, 2013
J.A.S.D.F. 4th AW 11th SQ. “Blue Impulse”
February-March 2013
Codes: 805, 26-5805; 726, 46-5726; 730, 46-5730;
729, 46-5729; 731, 46-5731; and 728, 46-5728.
Total Parts: 67 x 2
Skill Level: 3
Stock Number: HSGS2071
MSRP: $44.99 USD
Limited Edition/Immediate Release
The carrier-capable Sukhoi standout Sukhoi Su-33s are direct descendants of the Su-27, made carrier-capable for use as fleet defense interceptors. Su-33s are also capable of in-flight refueling. The range, armament and avionics of the Su-33 are all impressive and easily match or exceed American fighters of the same time period. All of the aircrafts features caught the eye of “Ace Combat” designers, who placed the Su-33 in their game.
- Kit Features:
New display stand parts, plus decals for:
Erusea Air Force 156th Tactical Fighter Wing
Squadron “Aquila” Yellow 13.
Total Parts: 204
Skill Level: 3
Stock Number: HSGS5212
MSRP: $59.99 USD
Limited Edition
1/12 Scale Yamaha®
YZR500 (0WA8)
“Tech-21 1989”
Burn rubber with Tadahiko Taira From 1973-2002, the Yamaha YZR500 led four 500 cc Grand Prix riders to ten separate world championships. One of the most famous riders to take the helm of the YZR500 was Japan’s Tadahiko Taira. For the 1989 season, Sarron rode for the Tech-21 team, scoring 39 points to earn a fourteenth-place finish overall.
- Kit Features:
New chamber, fender and wheel parts,
plus decals for:
Tech-21 Racing Team 1989 WGP500
14th place Rider Tadahiko Taira.
Total Parts: 162
Skill Level: 3
Stock Number: HSGS1708
MSRP: $59.99 USD
