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Includes New Tooling! 11684 1/72 PBM-5 Mariner USN The PBM was designed in the late 1930 s and first deployed in the early 1940 s as a sea-based U.S. Navy patrol bomber and transport.

This new 1/72 scale kit represents the PBM-5 seaplane, the single most-produced aircraft in the Mariner family.

2 Includes New Tooling! /72 PBM-5 Mariner USN The PBM was designed in the late 1930 s and first deployed in the early 1940 s as a sea-based U.S. Navy patrol bomber and transport. The Mariner was also well suited for search and rescue operations. It was a large aircraft carrying a crew of 7 to10 and had a flight range of over 2000 miles. This new 1/72 scale kit represents the PBM-5 seaplane, the single most-produced aircraft in the Mariner family. The PBM-5 seaplane features new tooling for beaching gear, depth bombs for use in the fully-detailed bomb bays. Recessed panel lines, detailed twin engines with positionable cowl flaps and control surfaces, and markings for the PBM-5 nightmare /350 RMS Olympic 1913 Includes New Tooling! This new kit offers a 1/350 scale model of the venerable RMS Olympic first placed in service in Truly the queen of the seas for the day, Olympic began operation almost a year before her sister ship Titanic made her ill-fated maiden voyage and sailed into history as the most famous maritime disaster of all time. Unlike Titanic, Olympic operated for over 24 year before being scrapped in the nineteen thirties. This new kit includes new tooling for parts appropriate for the Olympic including the open promenade deck and other assorted details. It represents the Olympic as she appeared in 1913, having been modified by the addition of lifeboats and other safety equipment that was demonstrated to be necessary by the tragic loss of life on Titanic. 2

11244 1/16 1928 Lincoln Convertible The Lincoln Motor Company was originally organized to manufacture Liberty motors during World War One.

The first Lincoln was built in September of 1920.

Minicraft s new re-issued 1/16 1928 Lincoln model kit sports a highly detailed interior, pose-able steering, opening hood and real rubber white wall tires.

Company, after its predecessor, the Model T. During the 1940 s and early 50 s, the Model A was a reliable, inexpensive car that proved to be ideal for customizing.

3 / Lincoln Convertible The Lincoln Motor Company was originally organized to manufacture Liberty motors during World War One. When the war effort ended, a modern manufacturing plant was born and the decision was made to manufacture a new luxury motorcar. The first Lincoln was built in September of In 1927, the Lincoln marque adopted the greyhound as their emblem, which was later replaced with diamond, which is still in use in modern times. Minicraft s new re-issued 1/ Lincoln model kit sports a highly detailed interior, pose-able steering, opening hood and real rubber white wall tires / Ford Model A Hot Rod Roadster The Ford Model A of also called the A-bone among rodders and customizers, was the second huge success for the Ford Motor Company, after its predecessor, the Model T. During the 1940 s and early 50 s, the Model A was a reliable, inexpensive car that proved to be ideal for customizing. With creativity and ingenuity, the Model A s were often customized with the addition of new engines and custom parts that added style and performance to suit their owner s tastes. The new Minicraft Hot Rod Roadster captures the spirit of that era with custom wheels and tires, a flat-head V-8 engine and many custom chrome parts. The large, 1/16 scale kit boasts opening or pose-able doors, a detailed interior and chassis, plus a custom rear axle. 3

The C-130 has served the United States Air Force for over 50 years and it has undergone many changes to its engines and avionics.

The new Minicraft C-130 J-30 features new fuselage tooling representing the latest variant of the C-130.

14700 1/144 C-130 J-30 Super Hercules USAF Includes New Tooling 14701 1/144 C-47A Gooney Bird on Floats Includes New Tooling The DC-3 was designed and operated as an airliner before WWII.

4 The C-130 has served the United States Air Force for over 50 years and it has undergone many changes to its engines and avionics. The super Hercules is the latest version featuring an extended fuselage and updated engines with 6- blade propellers. The new Minicraft C-130 J-30 features new fuselage tooling representing the latest variant of the C-130. The kit also features new J engines, recessed panel lines, interior cargo bay and position-able rear door and up-dated engines with unique scimitar propeller design and 2 USAF markings /144 C-130 J-30 Super Hercules USAF Includes New Tooling /144 C-47A Gooney Bird on Floats Includes New Tooling The DC-3 was designed and operated as an airliner before WWII. In military service it became the C-47A. The C-47A served in every theatre of operation of WWII carrying cargo, passengers and paratroops. The new C-47A features new tooling for floats, enabling the aircraft to take off and land from both land and sea. This unique amphibian was sold to private ownership after World War II. The new Minicraft Gooney Bird on Floats features both USAAF military and private aircraft markings. The EC-135C evolved from the earlier KC-135A to serve as an airborne command and control aircraft. The new Minicraft EC-135C is made from new tooling and includes recessed panel lines, re-fueling boom and operator position, C engines, pose-able landing gear and unique EC- 135 communications equipment /144 EC-135C USAF 4

The KC-135A served as the primary refueling aircraft for the airborne nuclear forces as a deterrent during the Cold War. The KC- 135A was an integral part of the elite Strategic Air Command.

14707 1/144 KC-135A USAF SAC 11683 1/48 P-38J USAAF The P-38 was developed before WWII for the United States Army Air Force.

The new Minicraft 1/48 scale P-38J offers new markings depicting two aircraft operating from 1943 to 1945. The B-707 was among the most advanced aircraft of its era.

5 The KC-135A served as the primary refueling aircraft for the airborne nuclear forces as a deterrent during the Cold War. The KC- 135A was an integral part of the elite Strategic Air Command. Minicraft s KC-135 includes recessed panel lines, re-fueling boom and operator s position, pose-able landing gear and authentic 1/144 scale KC-135 fuselage /144 KC-135A USAF SAC /48 P-38J USAAF The P-38 was developed before WWII for the United States Army Air Force. Used extensively in Europe and the Pacific, the P-38 holds the record as the aircraft flown by the highest scoring fighter ace of the United States in WWII. The new Minicraft 1/48 scale P-38J offers new markings depicting two aircraft operating from 1943 to The B-707 was among the most advanced aircraft of its era. The last production of the B-707 was purchased by the U S Navy and equipped with avionics and engines for advanced high level communication with the ISBN force and high command of the US Navy. Minicraft s E-6 represents the last of the B-707 s produced and includes new engine tooling, unique E-6 antennas and sensors and 2 US Navy aircraft marking options. Includes New Tooling! /144 E-6 Mercury USN 5

The E-3 AWACS is easily the most recognizable aircraft in operation today with its unique radome.

The new Minicraft kit features parts to build either the E-3 AWACS or the E-8 Joint Star. Markings for one E-3 AWACS and one E-8 Joint Star are included.

The US military needed a cost-effective aircraft capable of good speed and maneuverability with gentle flight characteristics for training new pilots.

6 The E-3 AWACS is easily the most recognizable aircraft in operation today with its unique radome. Based on the B-707 airframe, the E-8 Joint Star provided theatre command and control of US and Allied military forces during both conflicts in the Persian Gulf. The new Minicraft kit features parts to build either the E-3 AWACS or the E-8 Joint Star. Markings for one E-3 AWACS and one E-8 Joint Star are included /144 E-6/E-8 AWACS/Joint Star /48 Beechcraft T-34A/B & C Mentor All New Tooling! The US military needed a cost-effective aircraft capable of good speed and maneuverability with gentle flight characteristics for training new pilots. Beechcraft Aviation modifed their successful Bonanza into a tandem seat military trainer. The Mentor was very successful and employed by the US Air Force, the US Navy and many allied air force units. This new 1/48 scale kit boasts all new tooling, including a detailed cockpit and sliding canopy, positionable landing gear and decals with multiple marking options. The Cessna 172 is larger and more powerful compared to the Cessna 150. Cessna airplanes are among the best-recognized private aircrafts ever. With over 19,000 Cessna 172 s produced, the Cessna 172 can be seen the world over. This plastic assembly kit features engraved surface detail, recessed panel lines and floats. Floats are used on many small airplanes for operating from lakes and water bodies. This new kit features new markings and decals that can be customized by the builder to represent both USA and Canadian aircraft /48 Cessna 172 on floats 6

The Messerschmitt 110 was designed as a heavy fighter intended to escort early bombers on long range missions.

transport and finally as a night fighter in defense of the Reich. This new kit features new markings and decals representing 2 unique Luftwaffe aircraft.

The B-24D was the early version of the B-24 that served in all theatres of operation during WWII. This model kit represents the United Sates Army Air Force B-24D used as a formation ship.

7 The Messerschmitt 110 was designed as a heavy fighter intended to escort early bombers on long range missions. Ultimately the Bf- 110 was incapable of defending itself against most contemporary fighters in WWII so the aircraft was adapted for use in many roles including fighter bomber, reconnaissance, light transport and finally as a night fighter in defense of the Reich. This new kit features new markings and decals representing 2 unique Luftwaffe aircraft /144 Messerschmitt Bf /72 B-24D Formation Ship The B-24 was produced in greater quantities than any other aircraft in WWII. The B-24D was the early version of the B-24 that served in all theatres of operation during WWII. This model kit represents the United Sates Army Air Force B-24D used as a formation ship. Formation ships were decorated in bright distinctive markings to assemble bombing formations before the flight into hostile territory. This new kit features new markings and decals representing 2 unique USAAF 8th AF aircraft. The Cessna 172 is the big brother to the Classic 2 passenger Cessna 150. With a larger airframe and more powerful engine, the Cessna 172 has a longer range, higher top speed and greater carrying capacity than earlier models. The Cessna 172 is operated by private owners and in commercial service world-wide. This plastic assembly kit features engraved surface, recessed panel lines and tricycle landing gear plus new decals that can be customized by the builder to represent both USA and Canadian aircraft /48 Cessna 172 7

The P-47D was the largest single engine aircraft used in WWII by the United States Army Air Force.

The P-47 was a rugged aircraft with heavy firepower, which made it ideal as a low altitude fighter to attack ground targets.

14722 1/144 P-47D USAAF 14723 1/144 L-188 Electra Demonstrator The L-188 Electra was introduced in the late 1950 s to serve as a fast, economical medium range airliner for short and medium range

8 The P-47D was the largest single engine aircraft used in WWII by the United States Army Air Force. The aircraft was originally designed as a long-range fighter escort for bombing missions in both Europe and the Pacific. The P-47 was a rugged aircraft with heavy firepower, which made it ideal as a low altitude fighter to attack ground targets. This new kit features new markings and decals representing 2 unique USAAF aircraft /144 P-47D USAAF /144 L-188 Electra Demonstrator The L-188 Electra was introduced in the late 1950 s to serve as a fast, economical medium range airliner for short and medium range service. The first revenue flight of the Electra took place in January While the Electra had a short career as a front line airliner, the aircraft proved the effectiveness of the turbo-prop engine. The new 1/144 scale Minicraft Electra features new markings representing the first Electra used by Lockheed to solicit orders for the new Prop-jet Electra. First developed in the 1930 s as an airliner, the HE-111 became one of the most widely used medium bombers employed by the German Luftwaffe in WWII. The aircraft was deployed in every theatre of action and used by several nations allied with Nazi Germany and Axis allies. This new Minicraft HE 111 features new markings, one for the German Luftwaffe the second a captured aircraft in unique RAF colors /144 HE-111 8

Zeppelin The German Airship For use in Axis & Allies 1914 Board Game Historical Board Gaming v1.0

1 2 Zeppelin The German Airship For use in Axis & Allies 1914 Board Game Historical Board Gaming v1.0 Overview The German airships were operated by the Army and Navy as two entirely separate organizations.