Airfix Model World Issue 186
Issue
- Magazine:
- Airfix Model World
- No de Modèle:
- Issue 186 | May 2026
- Langue:
- English
Table des matières
Editorial | Page 3Welcome To Issue 186
by Stu FoneNews | Page 6Preview
Get Set For Model World Live 2026
Review, 1:48 | Page 10News
Sepecat Jaguar T.2/T.4 From Airfix
Review | Page 12News
Airfix New-Tool 1/35 Alvis Saracen Mk.5
Review | Page 13News
Latest Updates
Photo Gallery | Page 16Display Case
We showcase another selection of AMW readers` builds, including several firsts in terms of the chosen subject matter.
Build Report, 1:32 | Page 20`109 Swan Song
by Garry TobissGarry Tobiss builds Kotare`s new-tool 1/32 Bf 109K-4 and enjoys this New Zealand company`s ethos.
Photo Gallery | Page 28Out And About
by Stu FoneBolton IPMS Model Show
Build Report, 1:35 | Page 30In For A Rough Cruise
by Gary RadfordGary Radford sets about a Middle East workhorse and builds the AK Interactive 1/35 FJ43 Land Cruiser
Build Report, 1:48 | Page 36Lizzie & Joe
by Dean LargeDean Large goes undercover to convert Airfix`s 1/48 Westland Lysander for Special Duties, using a CMK set.
Lysander Mk.III (SD) conversion set for Airfix
CMK (Czech Master Kits) 1:48
4495 2025
Nouvel outillage
Tips & Tricks | Page 46Project Weekend
In the sixth and last article in this Project series, we attempt to combine the previous techniques, employing them on Airfix`s North American P-51D Mustang Starter Set.
Build Report, 1:25 | Page 50Arkus-Duntov`s Dream
by Dr James WhalenDr James Whalen provides tips for painting automotive `pearl` finishes while completing Revell`s C8 Corvette Coupe
Build Report, 1:72 | Page 58Towing or bombing?
by Mike WilliamsMike Williams portrays two of the possible three airframes presented in Airfix`s latest 1/72 Mosquito boxing.
Photo Gallery | Page 66Out And About
by Stu FoneShuttleworth Model Show
Build Report, 1:35 | Page 68Agile and dangerous
by Cristian LupuCristian Lupu travels to the Japanese archipelago to assemble Tamiya`s latest rendition of Japan`s agressive looking Light Armoured Vehicle
Japan Ground Self Defense Force
Light Armored Vehicle Japanese Archipelago Spec Vehicle Tamiya 1:35
35368 (368) 2019
Nouvelles pièces
Build Report | Page 74First of Many
by Ethan WilliamsBrengun`s Let L-13SE Vivant is an unusual subject, which just increased it appeal for Ethan Williams.
Build Report, 1:48 | Page 82Flying Screwtop
by Richard StarkleyRichard Spreckley builds Kinetic`s reissued and highly impressive 1/48 Grumman E-2C Hawkeye 2000.
Review | Page 92On The Shelf
Books
Review | Page 94On The Shelf
Aircraft kits
SMB-2 Super Mystère 'The First French Supersonic'
Special Hobby 1:48
SH48223 (100-SH48223) 2025
Nouveaux décalcomanies
Mitsubishi A6M5c Zero Fighter (Zeke) Type 52 Hei [Japanese Navy Carrier Fighter]
Hasegawa 1:72
00453 (D23) 2001
Nouvelles pièces
Build Report | Page 96On The Shelf
Military kits
Ukrainian
Drone Hunters Humvee M1097A2 with DShKM machine gun, gunner, observer and MANPADS operator 
ICM 1:352025
Ensemble de modèles
Sujets multiples (3)
7.5cm PAK.40/1 auf. Gw.Lr.s.(f) Sd.Kfz.135 - Marder I German 50 ton type SSy45 Flatcar Schwerer Platformwagen
Zimi Model 1:35
ZM35075 2025
Ensemble de modèles
Sujets multiples (2)Build Report | Page 98On The Shelf
Auto kits
Review | Page 100On The Shelf
Figures
Review | Page 102On The Shelf
Decal Sheets
Italian Gustavs over Rome Bf 109G in Regia Aeronautica part 4
Exotic Decals 1:48
ED48028 2024
Nouvel outillage
Review | Page 104On The Shelf
Accessories
AGM-130A missiles (2 pcs) (Mk84 warhead) with AN/AXQ-14 data link pod (1 pcs) (F-16I, F-15E, F-111F) (3D Printed) ResKit 1:48RS48-0538
ResKit 1:48
AN/ALQ-71(V)-2 (QRC-161-1) ECM pod (1pcs) (A-4, A-7, F-4, F-100, RF-101C, F-105) (3D Printed) ResKit 1:48RS48-0560
ResKit 1:482025
Nouvel outillage
de Havilland Mosquito Mk.XVI exhaust Special Hobby
ASK (Art Scale Kit) 1:72
200-A72028 2025
Nouvel outillage
17pdr SP M10 "Achilles" - Ordnance QF 17pdr (76.2mm) gun barrel (for Tamiya kit)
Master 1:35
GM-35-055 2024
Nouvel outillage
Mikoyan MiG-21F - 3D-Printed Ejection Seat with Integral Seat Belts for Eduard
Eduard 1:48
6481160 2025
Nouvel outillage
Palmer 700 x 85 spoked wheels, UK WWI for Sopwith Camel, Sopwith Pup, Sopwith Snipe
ASK (Art Scale Kit) 1:72
200-A72019 2025
Nouvel outillage
Miscellaneous | Page 114Show Guide
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