This kit features:
- Set of 5 figures with 4 different poses
- No glue required
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This kit features:
- Set of 2 figures with 2 horses
- No glue required
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While it’s the impressive Tiger I tank that usually attracts the most attention, it was the Panther that in the long run was a more important tank to Germany during WWII. This approximately 45-tonne medium tank represented a good balance of well-sloped armor protection, lethal firepower and able cross-country mobility, the design being inspired by the highly successful Russian T-34. Beginning in December 1942, a total of 842 Ausf.D examples were manufactured through to September 1943, at which time it was superceded by the improved Ausf.A. Its combat debut occurred during Operation Zitadelle in the titanic Battle of Kursk on the Eastern Front, and the Sd.Kfz.171 Panther fought bravely until the dying days of the Third Reich. Its 7.5cm KwK 42 L/70 cannon took a heavy toll on enemy armored vehicles whenever and wherever they were encountered. The Ausf.D is easily identified by the letterbox hatch opening for the glacis machine gun, pistol ports on the turret sides and a drum cupola.
Dragon has a brand new 1/72 scale kit of the Panther Ausf.D Early Production, and modelers are certainly in for a treat with it! The plastic kit is an almost completely new tooling. In fact, the only item carried over from the Ausf.G released recently is the DS tracks! The upper hull is made as a single piece thanks to the clever use of slide molds. The lower hull tub has been formed the same way, thus ensuring a stable and accurate foundation for the rest of the build. All the appropriate characteristics of an Ausf.D variant are present. This Panther is full of delightful details…enough to have 1/72 scale model-makers purring with pleasure.
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Features:
- Panzerfaust 60 warhead can be disassembled from launch tube
- The rear sight and trigger mechanism can be flipped up/down
- Authentic-looking wheels and tires
- Realistic carrier reproduced on rear of bicycle
- Pedals attached to chainring can rotate
- Handlebars steer front wheel just like the real bicycle
- Delicate headlamp included
- Saddle w/springs can be adjusted to different heights
Despite its much-vaunted, powerful panzer divisions, the German military was far from being wholly mechanized during WWII. Indeed, many infantrymen had to rely on their own feet, on horses, or if they were lucky, on the humble bicycle. Dragon’s latest 1/6 scale model kit celebrates the German military bicycle so typically used throughout the war. This particular bike is fitted with a rear rack to which various items of personal gear can be fitted. There is also a frame on the front specifically designed to carry a pair of Panzerfaust antitank weapons. This weapon first appeared in 1942 and it comprised of a disposable launch tube that fired a high-explosive antitank warhead. The Panzerfaust 60 was the most common type, and production in the thousands commenced in September 1944. The 6.1kg weapon had a practical range of 60m and it could defeat up to 200mm of armor. The model kit includes two highly detailed Panzerfaust 60s, and they are complete with a flip-up sight and trigger mechanism. Decals are also included for the weapons’ markings.
This German bike is highly detailed, as demonstrated by the fineness of the spokes on the wheels. Even the bicycle pump mounted on the frame is included. The handlebars can be turned and the pedals rotated. This means the bike can be adjusted to provide that exact nuance a modeler is seeking for their display. There is also a front-mounted headlamp and a spring saddle. This 1/6 scale bicycle kit makes for the ultimate antitank weapon – pedal power reigns supreme!
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1/72 Panther G Late Production, Easterm Front 1944-45 - Black Knight Comic Series
Dragon Armor has already produced one 1/72 scale model of a German Panther representing a tank from the extremely popular Black Knight comic book originating in Japan. Now another stunning collectible item from the same series has arrived! In contrast to the Early-Production Panther G earlier, this newest item is a Panther Ausf.G Late Production type fighting on the Eastern Front in the 1944-45 timeframe. Utilizing accurately detailed molds from previous 1/72 scale renditions of this famous German tank, the assembled model has been masterfully painted in an appropriate three-color camouflage scheme just like those that appear in the Japanese comic books.
This Panther Ausf.G belonging to the combat-experienced commander carries the distinctive tactical markings of the Black Knight unit. The tank wears an authentic-looking Zimmerit coating too. Another special feature of this finely detailed miniature is the dioramic card background fitted inside the display box. This colored scenic backdrop was designed and illustrated by none other than the comic artist Motofumi Kobayashi himself! The quality of the artwork, as well as the uncompromising craftsmanship of the model, is destined to make this item as equally sought after as the first Black Knight tank from Dragon Armor. This is a must-have for all Black Knight fans.
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Features:
- Fully detailed 1/144 Bell X-15A-2
- Stylish metal stand included
- Historically accurate markings
- Pre-assembled
The experimental X-15 built by North American Aviation was an astonishing craft. As both an aircraft and a spaceplane, it set speed and altitude records at the edge of outer space in the 1960s. Such was its performance envelope that some pilots could also hold claim to being astronauts. Three X-15 aircraft were manufactured and test-flown 199 times, thus producing invaluable data that would help future aircraft and space programs. The second X-15A aircraft to be manufactured (serial number 56-6671) was rebuilt after a landing accident, and during this process its length was extended by 730mm. Renamed X-15A-2, it also featured a pair of auxiliary fuel tanks mounted under the fuselage, plus heat-resistant surfaces. It first flew on 28 June 1964, with this hypersonic craft creating the record for the fastest ever manned rocket-powered aircraft with a speed of Mach 6.32 (a staggering 7,274km/h). X-15A-2 remains on display at the National Museum of the US Air Force near Dayton, Ohio.
Dragon Warbirds is offering an X-15A-2 model made to 1/144 scale. The model depicts the craft as it appeared at its rollout ceremony shortly before performing its record-breaking flight. The die-cast model captures perfectly the cylindrical form of the X-15 with its thick dorsal and ventral stabilizers, plus the new auxiliary fuel tanks are molded in place. This item has quite a distinct difference in appearance compared to the previous X-15A in Dragon’s X-plane series, including the specific markings applied accurately to the aircraft. This X-15A-2 is sure to send collectors soaring into the stratosphere of pleasure!
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This Listing is for 1/35 WWII Farmer's Cart, Western Europe
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This Listing is for 1/35 "Passengers", WWII German Servicemen - 6 Figures Set
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During WWII, the North African Campaign saw Allied and Axis momentum swing backwards and forwards across the desert sands of Libya, Tunisia and Egypt. After the heavy defeat of Italian troops, Germany dispatched its newly formed Deutsches Afrikakorps (DAK) to push back Allied forces in Operation Sonnenblume (“Sunflower”). The first expeditionary DAK troops arrived in Libya in February-March 1941, and they were quickly marshaled and sent into action by the legendary General Erwin Rommel. By mid-April he had successfully pushed the British out of Libya, except for the besieged enclave of Tobruk. In 1941, Rommel’s first offensive continued to push Allied units all the way back to the Egyptian border. Dragon’s latest 1/35 scale figure set features four DAK soldiers from this early period of the Desert War.
The set is broken down into two groupings – one pair of figures represents panzer crewmen while the remaining duo is part of an artillery crew. Modelers will immediately recognize the utility of this collection. The tankers in summer clothing can be matched with any of the DAK tanks in Dragon’s range (the Panzer III Ausf.H, for example), while the artillery crew would be a perfect match for Dragon's 15cm s.FH.18 howitzer. The four 1/35 German soldiers are sharply molded and their uniforms and personal equipment are accurately depicted. Notably, the artillerymen are warmly wrapped up in greatcoats for the chilly Libyan nights. As part of a desert diorama or vignette, these versatile DAK figures from Dragon are the ideal accessory.
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The military vehicle known in official US nomenclature as Truck, 1/4 Ton, 4x4, is probably the world’s most famous design in its class. This iconic WWII vehicle was produced from 1941-45, with more than 634,000 rolling off American production lines. They faithfully served not only the US military, but also allies like the UK, France and Russia. These small 4x4 vehicles were employed in numerous battlefield tasks, with one role being that of reconnaissance and scouting. Some vehicles involved in such missions were fitted with steel plates to better protect the occupants, and early efforts soon led to the fitting of specially designed armor kits. The 82nd Airborne Division, for example, was one unit that created a standardized armor kit. Such recce vehicles were also armed with machine guns.
Dragon has produced an exciting 1/35 scale kit of a 1/4-Ton Armored 4x4 Truck. The vehicle features a solid one-piece body tub that ensures accurate assembly and alignment. Under the hood is an extremely realistic-looking engine that assembles from multiple parts and it can be shown off if the modeler chooses to model the hood up. The vehicle is ready for reconnaissance tasks with a set of armor plates rendered in photo-etched metal to give a true-to-scale appearance. Other photo-etched components provide finer details such as tool mounting brackets, hood retainers and various straps. For self-defense, the vehicle also carries a .50-cal machine gun on a pintle mount. All in all, this is one extremely effective reconnaissance vehicle!
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Dragon’s scintillating 1/72 scale kit of the Sd.Kfz.232 (Item No.7429) was enthusiastically greeted by modelers. Now Dragon is expanding the family with a brand new kit of the Sd.Kfz.263 built to an identical scale. The Sd.Kfz.263 was part of Germany’s successful 8-Rad (“eight-wheel”) schwerer Panzerspahwagen (“heavy armored reconnaissance vehicle”) family. The 9.1-tonne Sd.Kfz.263 was designated a Funkspähwagen, a radio car, and as such it accommodated extra long-range radio equipment inside the fixed superstructure. It was used by reconnaissance units and had a top road speed of 85km/h. As well as a telescopic antenna, a large frame antenna was fitted above the superstructure to aid communications with headquarters and to help coordinate fighting units. Unlike the Sd.Kfz.232 on which it was based and that was armed with a 20mm cannon, this vehicle’s only armament was a 7.92mm MG34 machine gun. It operated with a crew of five, including two dedicated radio operators. Only 240 Sd.Kfz.263 vehicles were produced, but one of its most famous users was Erwin Rommel.
Dragon has produced a brand new tooling for the upper hull of this 1/72 scale plastic kit. The complex item with multi-faceted plates is made as a single piece thanks to the employment of CAD drawings and high-tech slide-molding techniques. This ensures that modelers have an accurate and easy-to-assemble hull on which to base their miniature masterpiece. The Sd.Kfz.263 model also features a new one-piece frame antenna that is finely produced in scale. The unique shape of this 8x8 armored vehicle is beautifully captured, allowing modelers to operate Dragon’s Sd.Kfz.263 and Sd.Kfz.232 in tandem at the forefront of an early-war advanced reconnaissance unit!
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Features:
- Delicate Apolo 11 CSM w/display stand
- VHF scimitar antenna included
- Docking Probe Assembly rendered w/intricate detail
- Detailed reaction control thruster
- Realistic Service Propulsion System
- Detailed gimbal motors molded on Service Propulsion System
- Photo-etched Service Module antennas w/plastic-injection parts
- Command module and service module can be separately assembled
- Aft heat shield molded w/fine detail
Apollo 11 is probably the most famous space mission of all time, this historic spaceflight first putting man on the Moon more than half a century ago. The event occurred on 20 July 1969 as millions of TV viewers around the world watched with bated breath. The Lunar Module (LM) known as Eagle safely landed on lunar soil for the first time. In the meantime, the Command/Service Module (CSM) was orbiting the Moon high above aboard. The CSM was named Columbia after Columbiad, the giant cannon-shell craft that was fired to the Moon in Jules Verne’s novel “From the Earth to the Moon”. After the Moon landing, Eagle’s ascent stage successfully docked with the CSM before the crew began their return voyage to Earth.
Dragon’s Space Collection is now proud to offer a 1/48 scale plastic kit of the complete CSM, and it comes hot on the heels of an earlier release of a fully built-up and finished version. This large scale permits a stunning level of detail to be incorporated on the Apollo 11 module. The craft’s sharply molded in plastic and it also features additional items such as photo-etched radar antennas to give a touch of refinement. The CSM comes with accurate markings and logos on an accompanying set of decals. Thanks to the sleek metal display stand, the model can be readily displayed to full effect on a desktop. Space modelers are bound to be over the moon with the launch of this new 1/48 scale Apollo 11 CSM kit!
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Geek of the Week Spongebob Squarepants pink shirt.
Size Small, Medium, Large and Extra Large
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Newly tooled travel lock assembly
- Newly tooled StuG.IV Late Production fighting compartment authentically reproduced w/extra armor protection
- Newly tooled roof armor w/accurate weld seams
- Newly tooled Magic Tracks
- Side-skirt armor plates can be installed separately
- Side-skirt armor plates produced in metal for scale thickness
- Armor brackets realistically detailed
- Realistic lower hull made by 2-directional slide mold
- Bolts and rivets delicately represented on hull bottom
- Simplified idler mount produced specially for StuG.IV
- Easy-to-assemble upper hull
- Multi-part upper hull offers maximum detail
- Fighting-compartment armor w/accurate weld seams
- Optional rain guard on fighting compartment
- Multi-directional slide-molded superstructure
- Radio set and seat included
- Gun mantlet rendered w/realistic cast texture
- Cannon can be elevated up/down
- One-piece gun barrel
- Optional slide-molded muzzle brakes can be fitted
- Gun breech and recoil guard fully reproduced
- Gun sight and hand wheels w/delicate detail
- Recoil and recuperator cylinders accurately represented
- Detailed rear hull w/mufflers
- Screw heads finely reproduced
- Engine hatches can be assembled open/closed
- Photo-etched parts for engine-deck exhaust grill
- Slide-molded engine deck w/bolt details
- Driver's hatch w/interior detail can be assembled open/closed
- Commander's hatch w/interior details can be assembled open/closed
- Hatches can be assembled open/closed
- MG shield accurately reproduced w/bolt details
- Authentic-looking MG34
- Optional butt stock included
- Includes fuel tank filler mouths
- Slide-molded periscopes for commander's cupola made from clear parts
- Fenders w/tread pattern on both sides
- Two types of front fender segments provided
- Spare-track rack on glacis plate
- Duct flaps reproduced w/photo-etched parts
- Detailed idler wheels w/cast texture
- Photo-etched parts for idlers to accurately represent undercut detail
- Road wheels, sprockets, idlers and return rollers authentically reproduced
The Sturmgeschütz IV (also known as Sd.Kfz.167) was an assault gun produced in the fashion of the StuG.III. However, as its name suggests, it was based on the hull of the ubiquitous Panzer IV tank rather than the Panzer III. This came about because Alkett (a manufacturer of the StuG.III) was bombed in November 1943, so in an effort to increase assault gun production, Krupp installed slightly modified StuG.III superstructures on the chassis of the Panzer IV. After production was approved on 6 December 1943, Krupp proceeded to build 1,108 StuG.IV vehicles between December 1943 and May 1945. While this number was far less than the StuG.III, Krupp did ensure continuity of assault gun production. Crewed by four men, it proved to be an effective tank hunter platform. The StuG.IV weighed 23 tonnes and it was armed with a 7.5cm StuK40 L/48 gun. The main armament was supplemented by an MG34 mounted on the superstructure roof.
Dragon has already introduced 1/35 scale plastic Smart Kits depicting Early Production variants of this tank destroyer. Now comes the much anticipated Late Production type. It is accurately tooled and detailed with correct characteristics such as a new lower hull that fits the simplified idler mount, brand new Magic Track, a new roof armor and traveling lock. Other components are borrowed from Dragon’s previous Panzer/StuG kits. These include the highly detailed 7.5cm StuK40 gun with its breech and mount, separate metal armor skirt plates, late-style exhaust mufflers plus convenient Magic Tracks. This kit is a fine combination of engineering quality and time-saving convenience!
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Hand-forged from 1085 high carbon steel and tempered to 52 HRC for strength, this sword has been expertly reproduced by the master craftsmen at Windlass Steelcrafts®, as an exact replica of the sword used on screen. From the intricate details on the guard and pommel to the deep runes on the powerful blade, this is truly a masterful reproduction. Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Pre-Order! Available: 2nd Quarter, 2024
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