Plastic Model Kits
Tamiya TAM32606 US LIGHT TANK M5A1 STUART (1/48)
Tamiya TAM32606 US LIGHT TANK M5A1 STUART (1/48) Fast, reliable, and battle-proven across multiple fronts. The M5A1 Stuart was a key light tank use...
View full detailsRevell M109 A2 (1/35)
Revell M109 A2 (1/35) The Revell M109 A2 in 1/35 scale offers a highly detailed build of one of the world’s most widely used self-propelled howitze...
View full detailsRevell GTK BOXER sgSanKfz (1/72)
Revell GTK BOXER sgSanKfz (1/72) The Revell GTK Boxer sgSanKfz in 1/72 scale captures the modern German Army’s highly advanced armored medical evac...
View full detailsRevell CHALLENGER 1 (1/72)
Revell CHALLENGER 1 (1/72) The Revell Challenger 1 in 1/72 scale recreates one of the most advanced British main battle tanks of the late Cold War ...
View full detailsRevell REV0880 '55 FORD F-100 STREET ROD (1/24) SL4
Revell REV0880 '55 FORD F-100 STREET ROD (1/24) SL4 The 1955 Ford F-100 is one of the most beloved classic trucks, often customized into stunning s...
View full detailsTamiya TAM32572 MATILDA Mk Mk III/IV (1/48)
Tamiya TAM32572 MATILDA Mk Mk III/IV (1/48) Heavily armored and battle-proven in the deserts of North Africa. The Matilda Mk III/IV was the...
View full detailsTAMIYA TAM32569 JAGDTIGER EARLY (1/48)
TAMIYA TAM32569 JAGDTIGER EARLY (1/48) The Jagdtiger was the heaviest armored fighting vehicle to see service during World War II, designed as a ta...
View full detailsTAMIYA TAM35050 GERMAN 8T HALF TRACK SDKFZ 7/1 (1/35)
Tamiya TAM35050 German 8T Half Track Sd.Kfz. 7/1 (1/35 Scale) Build one of World War II's most recognizable German anti-aircraft vehicles with the ...
View full detailsTamiya TAM31003 OSUMI LST-4001 JMSDF DEFENCE SHIP(1/700) New
1:700 JMSDF Defense Ship LST-4001 Ohsumi The largest new transport ship of the Maritime Self-Defense Force, which was commissioned in March 1998, i...
View full detailsTamiya TAM32598 RUSSIAN MEDIUM T-55 (1/48)
1:48 RUSSIAN MEDIUM T-55 Tamiya’s 1/35 T-55 model kit is regarded as a staple model kit among model contest aficionados. Tamiya brings this fan-fav...
View full detailsAoshima 1/24 NISSAN PS13 SILVIA K's Dia-Package'91
Aoshima 1/24 Nissan PS13 Silvia K’s Dia-Package ’91 Product Info Aoshima 1/24 Nissan PS13 Silvia K’s Dia-Package ’91 is a detailed plastic model ki...
View full detailsMiniArt Trumpeter – 2nd Westphalian Cuirassiers Regiment 1809 (1/16 Scale)
MiniArt Trumpeter – 2nd Westphalian Cuirassiers Regiment 1809 (1/16 Scale) About this Product The MiniArt Trumpeter – 2nd Westphalian Cuirassiers R...
View full detailsAoshima 1/24 LB WORKS KENMARY4Dr New
Aoshima 1/24 LB WORKS Kenmary 4Dr Wide arches, slammed stance, and unapologetic attitude. Liberty Walk takes the classic four-door Kenmeri and drag...
View full detailsHasegawa 1/48 T-4 "Blue Impulse"
Hasegawa 1/48 T-4 "Blue Impulse" About this Product The Hasegawa 1/48 T-4 "Blue Impulse" model kit delivers a strikingly detailed replica of Japan’...
View full detailsTamiya TAM24199 SUBARU IMPREZA WRC (1/24)
Subaru Impreza WRC (1/24) This is a plastic model assembly kit recreating the 1998 version of the famed Subaru Impreza WRC. From the honed body to ...
View full detailsTamiya TAM32599 RUSSIAN MEDIUM TANK T-34-85
Tamiya 1/48 Russian Medium Tank T-34-85 (Item No: 32599) The Tamiya 1/48 Scale Russian Medium Tank T-34-85 is a highly detailed plastic model kit t...
View full detailsTamiya ISRAEL MERKAVA MBT (1/35)
1:35 Israel Merkava MBT - 1 figure This is Tamiya 1/35 Military Miniature Israeli Merkava Mbt Scale Model Kit. In 1948, one of the many problems fa...
View full detailsAoshima 1/12 Kawasaki Z2 750RS '73 Custom New
Aoshima 1/12 Kawasaki Z2 750RS '73 Custom Product Overview: The Aoshima 1/12 scale model kit of the Kawasaki Z2 750RS '73 Custom brings to life a c...
View full detailsREVELL REV4563 1970 SHELBY GT500 (1/25)
Revell 1970 Shelby GT500 (1/25 Scale) Model Kit The Revell 1970 Shelby GT500 model kit captures the power and style of one of the most legendary A...
View full detailsTamiya TAM32588 JGSDF TYPE 10 TANK (1/48)
Tamiya TAM32588 JGSDF TYPE 10 TANK (1/48) A modern marvel of armored warfare, the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Type 10 is a cutting-edge main ba...
View full detailsRevell REV4190 '65 CHEVY IMPALA - FOOSE (1/25) SL 5
Revell REV4190 '65 CHEVY IMPALA - FOOSE (1/25) SL 5 The 1965 Chevrolet Impala is an icon of American muscle and style, and with the Foose custom to...
View full detailsTAMIYA TAM32597 PANTHER AUSF D (1/48)
Tamiya 1/48 Panther Ausf. D Build one of World War II's most famous German tanks with the Tamiya 1/48 Panther Ausf. D. Combining powerful firepower...
View full detailsTAMIYA TAM32596 JGSDF TYPE 16 MCV (1/48)
TAMIYA TAM32596 JGSDF TYPE 16 MCV (1/48) This scale model assembly kit recreates the Japan Ground Self Defense Force (JGSDF) Type 16, which reached...
View full detailsTAMIYA TAM32595 EASY EIGHT SHERMAN (1/48)
Tamiya 1/48 M4A3E8 Sherman "Easy Eight" Recreate one of the most effective and recognizable Allied tanks of World War II with the Tamiya 1/48 M4A3E...
View full detailsFrequently Asked Questions
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1. What are some popular Plastic Model Kit brands?
Here are some popular plastic model kit brands:
1.Tamiya: Tamiya is a Japanese brand that is known for producing high-quality model kits of various types, including military vehicles, aircraft, cars, and motorcycles.
2.Hasegawa: Hasegawa is another Japanese brand that produces a wide range of plastic model kits, including aircraft, ships, and cars. They are known for their attention to detail and accuracy.
3.Aoshima: Aoshima is a Japanese brand that produces plastic model kits of cars, motorcycles, ships, and anime characters. They are known for their unique and creative designs.
4.MiniArt: MiniArt is a Ukrainian brand that produces plastic model kits of tanks, armored vehicles, and other military vehicles. They are known for their high level of detail and realism.
Other popular plastic model kit brands include Revell, Dragon Models, Academy, Italeri, and Airfix, among others.
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2. What type of glue is needed for plastic model kits?
The type of glue needed for plastic model kits depends on the type of plastic being used in the kit.
For polystyrene plastic kits, which are the most common type, plastic model cement or polystyrene cement is typically used. This type of glue works by chemically melting the plastic slightly, so that when it dries, the two pieces of plastic are fused together as one. Popular brands of plastic model cement include Tamiya Extra Thin Cement, Testors Cement for Plastic Models, and Humbrol Poly Cement.
For other types of plastic model kits, such as resin or vinyl kits, different types of glue may be required. For example, superglue (cyanoacrylate) can be used for some resin kits, and heat can be used to melt and bond vinyl kits.
It's important to follow the instructions for the specific glue and model kit you are using, as different types of glue can have different drying times and bonding strengths. It's also a good idea to work in a well-ventilated area when using glue.