2011 Die Cast Buys of the Week

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Each of our armor picks this week can enter your collection for less than $10. The little brother is the 1:72 scale Dragon German Super Heavy Tank E-100, Brandenburg Gate, Berlin 1945, which Pete's has for $9.75.



The E-100 project was commissioned in order to standardize parts. It was to be built in classes of varying sizes to replace existing vehicles. Different types were designated a number indicating their weight in tons: E 10, E 25, E 50 (Panther replacement), E 75 (Tiger replacement) and E 100.

Of these only the E-100 project was actually started. Construction of the E-100 prototype proceeded slowly at Henschel's test plant after Hitler's order to cease work on super-heavy tanks, and at the end of the war only the bare hull and suspension were completed.

The Germans never had one, but you can by clicking here:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/dis...=DRR60155#item


If you prefer something larger, maybe the 21st Century 1:48 scale MARDER IIIM, CAMO #321 is your $7.99 ticket from SmallJoes.



Get one here:

http://smalljoes.com/cgi-bin/pgen.cg...6&Item=XD900-5


We can help you flyers on a budget with Dragon 1:72 scale P-47D "Dallas Blonde", 319th FS 325th FG, "White 81" ~ Lt. Don Kearns from 3000Toys for $19.95.



Main Features:
- Detailed markings of Lt. Don Kearns' actual aircraft!
- 1/72 Authentic Scale
- High Quality Diecast Metal
- Historically Accurate
- Removable Weapons
- Detailed Cockpits
- Open or Closed Canopy option
- Rotating propeller
- Pre-assembled
- Display In Flight or In Landing Mode
- Approximate dimensions: 6"L x 7.1"W x 2.4"H

About this aircraft:
This P-47D Razorback is a replica of the “Dallas Blonde”, a Thunderbolt flown by Lt. Don Kearns of the 319th FS, which was assigned to the 325th FG. It has the unique checkerboard livery on the engine cowling flaps and tail, plus the “Dallas Girl” artwork.

Lt. Kearns shot down three enemy planes while flying this P-47D in the Italian theater, based out of Foggia airbase.

Go to Dallas by way of Italy on this vector:

http://www.3000toys.com/catalog/item...nd=DRAGON50274


Our final pick is the outstanding Hobby Master 1:72 scale U.S. F-111A Aardvark - Thailand, 1972 from Wartoyz for $57.99.



The U.S. F-111 Aardvark first entered service in 1967. The F-111 is a multi-role aircraft, serving as an all-weather tactical strike aircraft as well as being used as a strategic bomber and for reconnaissance and electronic warfare. The F-111 pioneered several new technologies, including variable-sweep wings, an escape crew capsule, and automated terrain following radar which allowed high speed flight at low altitudes.

This die-cast 1:72 scale U.S. F-111A Aardvark is part of the Air Power Series from Hobby Master. It depicts a F-111A from the 474th Tactical Fighter Wing as it was seen over Thailand in 1972.

This highly-detailed die-cast U.S. F-111A Aardvark is approximately 12 inches long and has a wingspan of approximately 10.5 inches (spread) or 5.5 inches (swept). It has many detailed features, including canopies that open, an interchangeable undercarriage, and a full ordnance package of bombs and missiles.

Bet you can't wait to start your tour of flying over Nam by enlisting here:

http://www.wartoyz.com/page/WT/PROD/SALE/HM-HA3001