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Our Spring Break and SxSW picks start with the Tamiya Masterwork TA26546 1:48 scale British Universal Carrier Mk. II from Micro Macro Mundo for $45.39.



During World War II, British and Commonwealth armies used a vast number of small sized, fully tracked weapons carriers, chief among which was the Universal Carrier Mk.II. The compact, open top vehicle served in a variety of roles on the North African, Italian and West European fronts. A number of variants were constructed, including models mounted with mortars and flamethrowers however, most machines typically carried a Bren light machine gun. Over 65,000 models were manufactured in Britain, Canada and other Commonwealth countries, making it one of the most numerous armored vehicles built during WWII.


Specs & Features

This is a finished model of the British Universal Carrier Mk.II.
You are able to display your model as it is, once removed from its cube-shaped box.
Length: 80mm.
The model depicts a carrier from the 2nd Bttn., Kings Shropshire Light Infantry, 3rd Infantry Div. Europe.
One driver figure included.
The model comes with high quality pad printed markings and decals preapplied.
A light weathering is applied to enhance the realistic appearance of the model.

Everyone in here:

http://www.rocousa.com/DETAIL.ASP?PRODUCT_ID=TA26546


In the very similar 1:50 scale from Corgi by way of Asheville DieCast, we next feature the T34/85 Tank, North Korean 109th Tank Regiment for $31.17.



Get your Soviet war surplus here:

http://www.ashevillediecast.com/cart...ategory_id=273


From the skies of World War I, we next feature the Corgi 1:48 scale Sopwith Camel B6299 – No. 10 Naval Sqn, RNAS, Flt Lt N M MacGregor, Teteghem, Late 1917 from Crossroads Diecast for $29.99.



10 Naval Sqn was formed in Feb 1917 and was initially equipped with Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutters. They then converted to Sopwith Triplanes and by the time the Camels arrived later in 1917, Naval 10’s famous Triplane ‘Black Flight’ had already scored around 50 victories and were gaining a fearsome reputation within the German Air Service. Norman Miers MacGregor was one of 29 Aces to fly with ‘Naval 10’. He moved to the Sqn as a flight commander from 6 Naval Sqn late in 1917. He finished the war with 7 (possibly 8) kills to his name with the last two being gained in Camel B6299. As a ‘B’ Flight aircraft it was identified by the large white ‘B’ on the fuselage sides and the distinctive red and white striping around the cowling area and the rear decking behind the cockpit.

Fly early Navy here:

http://store.crossroadsdiecast.com/c259.html


From the Flying Mule is the Dragon 1:72 scale Warbirds 50123
Supermarine Spitfire Mk V Diecast Model--RAF No.249 Sqn. for $15.99.




An excellent release, this mighty Spitfire showcases one of the aircraft that brilliantly led the defense of Malta in 1942.
British submarines and planes operating from the island fortress of Malta had sent thousands of tons of Axis ships to the bottom of the Mediterranean. Axis air forces were employed to neutralize the island's defenses to make way for an invasion under the code name Operation HERKULES. The Axis aerial attacks reached severe levels after 21 March 1942. Outnumbered and short of supplies, the island's British defenders clung on, with a series of deliveries of new Spitfires coming at critical times. In the end it was the Spitfires who saved the day and turned the tide, with the German offensive faltering after mid-May. In total, 500 Axis planes were destroyed or severely damaged, most of these accounted for by the remarkable Spitfire.
The Supermarine Spitfire was a single seat fighter used by the RAF and many Allied countries in World War II. It saw service during the whole of World War II, in all theaters of war, and in many different variants. More than 20,300 of all variants were built, and Spitfires remained in service well into the 1950's. In total there were 24 marks of Spitfire and many sub-variants within each mark. Late in 1940 the Mk. II started meeting a new German aircraft in combat. Essentially a cleaned up version of the Bf 109E that Spitfires and Hurricanes had bested the year before in the Battle of Britain, the new Franz (Friedrich) model was superior to the Mk. II Spitfire in many respects. The Mk. V was nothing more than a Mk. II with the newer Merlin 45 series engine. This engine delivered slightly more takeoff power at 1,440 hp (1074 kW), but greatly increased the power available at higher altitudes due to a new two-speed supercharger design. While it was no Mk. IV, the Mk. V was able to hold its own with the 109Fs it was meeting. The Mk. V proved so useful that it would go on to be the most produced version by far, with 94 Mk. VAs (eight-gun), 3,923 Mk. VBs (cannon) and 2,447 Mk.VCs.

Designed by R.J.Michell to meet a British Air Ministry specification, the Supermarine Spitfire first flown on March 5th, 1936. With its combination of beautiful fighter design, the excellent performance of its Rolls-Royce Merlin power plant and firepower provided by twin cannons and four machine guns, the Spitfire became an unrivaled symbol of victory. The Spitfire had 40 major variants and was built in greater numbers than any other British aircraft of the time. It flew operationally on every front between 1939 and 1945 and was engaged in every one of the Royal Air Force's major actions.


The Dragon Models "Dragon Wings 1:72 Warbirds Series" presents highly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft.

Dragon Models "Dragon Wings 1:72 Warbirds Series" diecast airplanes feature:

• Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
• Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
• Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
• Opening canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiors.
• Selected movable control surfaces.
• Optional extended/retracted landing gear.
• Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
• Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.
• Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.

Link to it here:

http://www.flyingmule.com/products/DM-50123