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Article number: 510104641 Product: 1:9 BMW R80 G/S 1000 Dakar 1985 Dakar Version During the 1980s, Paris-Dakar was one of the most important event for all fans of two and four wheels. Around the middle of the decade, the German manufacturer BMW created a special series of the famous R80 GS motorcycle dedicated to the prestigious off-road competition. Starting from the chassis of the standard version, appreciated by the customers for solidity, robustness and reliability, the Munich manufacturer made several modifications and improvements. In addition to the adoption of technical solutions that increased the off-road and endurance vocation such as the off-road tires, the reinforcement bars, the dedicated protections, the most characteristic element was the large 32-liter oversized tank specifically developed for the special version. Great attention also to the graphics with the application of the famous BMW Motorsport three colours blue, purple and red livery . It was produced on a limited scale from 1984 to 1987 and is still highly appreciated by collectors and two-wheel fans.
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Article number: 510007407 Product: German Infantryman Model Dim.: 20,0 cm SUPER DECALS SHEET - COLOR INSTRUCTIONS SHEET From original ESCI moulds Wehrmacht was the name used by the German army during the war on all European and North African fronts for almost 6 years, from 1939 to 1945. On September 1st, 1939, two Wehrmacht army groups invaded Poland, thus starting World War II. The Wehrmacht, characterized by an efficient military and logistics organization, achieved impressive military successes adopting the famous "Blitzkrieg" through the strong and effective co-ordination of armored troops, motorized nfantry and aviation support. The German infantryman in the first part of the conflict wore the typical "feldgrau" uniform and was equipped with the Mauser K-98 rifle, the MP40 submachine gun and with the famous "Stielhandgranate" hand grenades.
Article number: 510007082 Product: 1:72 15cm FieldHowitzer/ 10,5cm FieldGun Model Dim.: 12,0 cm 100% NEW MOULDS - FULLY DETAILED MODEL - DECALS FOR 3 VERSIONS - COLOR INSTRUCTIONS SHEET CONTAINS ONE MODEL AND 5 FIGURES The 150 mm SFH18 howitzer was widely deployed by the Wehrmacht on all of the key fronts during WW11. It was developed during the ’20s and ‘30s by Rheinmetall and Krupp, one of the main artillery companies in Germany, with a view to optimizing resources and technological capabilities within the parameters imposed by the Treaty of Versailles. From 1933 onwards, Germany's rearmament planning became ever more ambitious, with a particularly significant increase in the production of howitzers and field cannons. The SFH18 had a simple and reliable structure with a maximum range of 13.5 km. It could be divided into two sections and towed by horses, or more often during the war, by half-tracks. The SFH18 had a seven-man crew. A 105 mm calibre version was developed on the same carriage, (sK 10,5 cm)which was characterized by the longer barrel, but was produced in few specimens as much heavier than the standard 105 mm leFH18, which was the field artillery cannon supplied to the Wehrmacht.
Article number: 510007081 Product: 1:72 T-55 Model Dim.: 12,5 cm Extra Catalogue 100 % New Moulds – Fully Detailed Model The T-54 / T-55 medium tank series was produced by the Soviet Union at the end of the Second World War. The T-55 model embraced some of the key features of the famous WW2 Russian T-34 tank, which was simplicity in design, effective, economic to produce and easy to repair on the battlefield. The qualities of the T-55 saw it taken into service not only by Warsaw Pact allies, but also a few years later by some African and Asian countries. The T-55 is considered to be one of the most notable MBTs (Main Battle Tanks) produced after WWII, evolving from the T-54 design through the adoption of an improved engine, more space for ammunition and more effective NBC (Nuclear Biological Chemical) protection. It was armed with a 100 mm gun and equipped with effective and heavy armor protection that brought its total weight up to 35 tons. It was in use for several decades in many theaters of operations, becoming one of the most revered armored vehicles in military history.
Article number: 510006582 Product: 1:35 M60A-3 Size: 22,8 cm SUPER DECALS SHEET The M-60 was introduced in the first years of ‘60s in the United States Army. It was developed and designed to be the evolution of the famous tanks M-47 and M-48 Patton series. The M-60 became the most important MBT (Main Battle Tank) of the U.S. Army during the Cold War years. It was produced, until 1983, by the American company Chrysler in 15.000 units and it was adopted, in several versions, by the armed forces of numerous countries all over the World. The main armament, installed in the turret, was the 105 mm. M68 gun. The M-60 was characterized by its big size and by the adoption of the powerful V12 turbodiesel engine able to release a good operating performance and a good speed on-road and off-road. It was deployed in a lot of conflicts and operational scenarios. In 1976 the new upgraded M60A3 version was developed and it was characterized by several improvement able to enhance the operation effectiveness. The armor protection for the turret was increased and a new gun mantle was designed. Great improvement in the adoption of modern electronic and fire control systems on board.
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Article number: 510006569 Product: 1:35 Semovente M42 da 75/18 mm Model Dim.: 14 cm NEW MOULDS - PE SHEET - RUBBER TRACKS At the end of the 1930’s the Italian Regio Esercito (Royal Italian Army) began to deploy self-propelled artillery guns to provide support for tanks and infantry units. The ‘Semovente’ 75/18 was developed on the back of the ‘M’ series medium tank hull and soon became the most feared Italian armored vehicle. In addition to its primary artillery role, the 75mm howitzer installed in the casemate proved to be a highly effective anti-tank weapon, capable of destroying even the most powerful and heavily armored British and American tanks. As well as its formidable firepower, far superior to that of the M-13 and M-14 tanks, the ‘Semovente’ was valued for its low profile which made it difficult to locate, and also for its overall on-road/off-road performance. It was deployed by the Regio Esercito in Africa and also in a defensive role during Allied operations in Italy. Following Italy’s withdrawal from the conflict it was used in service by some German Wehrmacht anti-tank units, thereby validating its overall battle effectiveness.
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Article number: 510006556 Product: 1:35 Partisans From ESCI Original Moulds During the German occupation of European countries in WW2 a key role was played by local ‘partisan’ groups. The partisans often had different ideals and political motivations but were united by the same goal to assist with the effort to secure victory against the German occupying forces. The type of operations conducted by partisan groups were wide-ranging, including both intelligence gathering and support activities to Allied forces, particularly in relation to acts of sabotage against the enemy's logistics and communications infrastructures.
Article number: 510006196 Product: 1:72 Gladiators Fight Ludus Gladiatorius Size: Diam. 43 cm MDF Laser-cut Arena, Gladiators & Roman Infantry The practice of Gladiatorial fights spread fast in Roman culture. Its origin can be traced back to the munus, i.e., the practice of rich and famous personalities of sponsoring public performances during religious holidays, festivals, and events. The Emperor Vespasianus built the largest amphitheater in the world for gladiatorial games: the Flavian Amphitheatre, better known as the Coliseum. The fights happened often took place between couples of different gladiator types such as the myrmillons, the Thracians, the secutores, the retiarii, each characterized by his own equipment and fighting style. Not only in Rome but even in the smallest cities of the Roman Empire an Amphitheatre dedicated to the people entertainments and Gladiatorial fights. The Gladiators improved their fighting skills in the "Ludus", a sort of training center strongly managed by the "Lanista". The most important Gladiatorial school of the Ancient Rome was the "Ludus Mangum" close to the Coliseum and connected to it by underground tunnels.
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Article number: 510003928 Product: 1:24 IVECO Hi-Way 480 E5 (Low Roof) Size: 25,4 cm UPGRADED MOULDS - SUPER DECALS SHEET FOR 2 VERSIONS - CHROMED ADHESIVE - COLOR INSTRUCTION SHEET TRAILER NOT INCLUDED The Stralis Hi-Way is characterized by an important series of technological and aesthetic differences compared with previous versions. The cabin has been redesigned and improved compared and it is able to provide and higher standard of comfort on board. The adoption of integrated electronic system is permitting to enhance the driving safety the evolution of the Stralis had also take in consideration the engines and the gearbox. The "powertrains" can minimize fuel consumption and reduce maintenance and the running costs. The engine system made it possible to comply with the anti-pollution parameters dictated by the Euro 5 regulation and to ensure good operational performance. The appreciated combination by the customers of cabin size, power released by the engine (480 HP), low running costs, have made Iveco Stralis a good commercial success on the most important European markets.
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Article number: 510003643 Product: 1:24 B.M.W. M1 Procar Size: 18,1 cm SUPER DECALS SHEET The BMW M1 was produced by the famous Bavarian car manufacturer between 1978 and 1981. Characterized by a sporty design, it adopted technical solutions typical of racing cars such as the longitudinal mid-engine, the light tubular steel frame and the all wheels independent suspension. Developed and built to participate in Group 5 competitions, where it achieved a couple of victories, BMW decided to create a mono-brand championship called "BMW M1 ProCar". The cars that participated in the championship were equipped with a powerful 470 HP engine and were driven, among others, by famous names from the world of Formula 1 such as Niki Lauda, Piquet, De Angelis, and Pironi. The Procar championship was very popular and had, for the time, great visibility in the media. The championship ran for two years. In 1979 it was won by Niki Lauda and in the following season by Nelson Piquet.
Article number: 510003632 Product: 1:24 Mercedes 450 SLC Rally d Bandama'79 Model Dim.: 19,8 cm Super Decals Sheet The Mercedes SLC is a luxury coupe produced by the German car manufacturer between 1971 and the early 1980’s. Its development was based upon the earlier launched Roadster model and was characterized by a harmonious and elegant design. The 450 SLC was equipped with a 4520 cm3 V8 engine capable of 225 HP. This high performance was successfully combined with refined styling and the ‘Premium’ quality furnishings selected for the vehicle interior that reinforced the SLC luxury branding in the marketplace. The vehicle was further adapted from the mainstream consumer model to the production of a sports version for car rallying competitions. The chassis was the same, but the rally version introduced a roll-bar, competition rims and aluminium parts and components to reduce the overall weight. All of these factors contributed to increased performance and rallying successes such as the Mintex Rally victory in 1978.
Article number: 510002808 Product: 1:48 Sd.Kfz.385 Tankwagen Bat.o.Brit. Model Dim.: 12,0 cm "Battle of Britain 80th Anniversary" DECALS SHEET FOR 4 VERSIONS - COLOR INSTRUCTION SHEET FIGURES NOT INCLUDED - AIRCRAFTS NOT INCLUDED The Opel Blitz was the main truck used by German forces during the Second World War. It was deployed extensively on all fronts in huge numbers and considered to be the ‘working mule’ of the Wehrmacht. Due to its sturdy frame, the robust system of rigid axles with leaf springs and the twin-wheels on the back, the Opel Blitz was able to carry a payload of over 3 tons. The 3600 cc. engine was easy to maintain and provided 75 hp. Largely due to its great flexibility it was the developmental platform for several specialist models and versions such as the Kfz. 385 ‘Tankwagen’ which was deployed as the principal refilling truck of the Luftwaffe.. The vehicle was equipped with a rear fuel tank, pumping system and a simplified cabin with fabric roof. The exhaust system and silencer was repositioned to allow for the safe refueling of aircraft.
Article number: 510002807 Product: 1:48 Junkers JU-87B Stuka Bat.o.Brit. Model Dim.: 22,9 cm "Battle of Britain 80th Anniversary" Super Decals Sheet The Junkers Ju 87 Stuka was a two-seat dive-bomber/ground-attack aircraft. It first flew in 1935 and made its combat debut in 1936 as part of the Condor Legion during the Spanish Civil War. The aircraft was easily recognizable by its inverted gull wings and fixed landing gear. The Stuka's design included several innovative features including automatic pull-up dive brakes set under both wings to ensure that the plane recovered from its attack dive, even if the pilot blacked out from the acceleration. It soon became the iconic aircraft of the German ‘Blitzkrieg’ during the first stages of the Second World War, where it provided close air support to the Wehrmacht Panzer Divisions. It was also used by the Luftwaffe during the Battle of Britain, where it’s weaknesses became apparent in comparison to the faster and better armed, more modern fighters, such as the Hurricane and Spitfire.
Article number: 510002801 Product: 1:48 FiatCR.42"Battle of Britain 80thA. Model Dim.: 17,3 cm Super Decals Sheet Starting from the C.R. 32 "Freccia" success proved by a great reliability and operational efficiency during the Spanish Civil War, the Italian manufacturer Fiat developed, in the late ‘30s, the new C.R. 42 "Falco". The new biplane single-seat fighter had - as its predecessor - the fixed landing gear and the open cabin but was equipped with important innovations such as the alloy and steel frame covered by canvass and metal paneling. Thanks to Its supercharged air-cooled Fiat A.74 radial engine the Fiat C.R. 42 was able to reach 400 Km / h. It had an extraordinary maneuverability, much appreciated by the Italian pilots, but suffered the "biplane" configuration limits. It was able to successful engage the Gloster Gladiators but it was soon outclassed by faster and heavily armed monoplanes as the Hawker Hurricane and the Supermarine Spitfire. Several Fiat C.R. 42, together with G.50 fighters and BR.20, CANT Z 1007 bombers has been used by the Italian Regia Aeronautica during the Battle of Britain within the "Corpo Aereo Italiano".
Article number: 510002515 Product: 1:32 F-104 A/C "Starfighter" Size: 52 cm The supersonic interceptor aircraft F-104 Starfighter was, without doubts, one of the most famous, and long-lasting, aircraft in History. The F-104 entered in service in the late ‘50s and served with USAF for a long time. Later on, it has formed the fighter squadrons of several NATO air forces for more than 40 years. F-104A was the first version and it was used by USAF as supersonic interceptor in opposition to long-range soviet bombers. It entered in service in the late ‘50s. To the improved version, F-104C, was assigned the role of fighter-bombers and it was used during the early stage of Vietnam War. The "Starfighter" was based and developed on an original and unique concept for its time : innovative shape of the plane extremely thin, small, straight mid-mounted, trapezoidal wings, the stabilizer/elevator mounted atop the fin, a powerful and reliable General Electric J-79 turbojet engine able to guarantee outstanding supersonic performances.
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Article number: 510001444 Product: 1:72 T-33A "Shooting Star" Size: 16 cm Super Decal Sheet The subsonic two-seater jet trainer Lockheed T-33 Shooting Star played an important role in the operational training of many military pilots during the ‘50s. It was developed on the airframe of the single-seat fighter P-80, from which it differed by a longer fuselage. The design was simple and practical with the famous "T" shape characterizes by its straight and low wing. The United States Air Force used the T-33 to perform advanced pilot training tasks until the early 1960s when it was progressively replaced by the most advanced Northrop T-38 Talon. Compared to P-80, the T-33 adopted a lighter armament formed by only 2 0.50 (12.7 mm.) machine guns). Its reliability has allowed the T-33 to obtain rapid diffusion in numerous air forces that employed the plane not only for training activities but also in operational missions. The last T-33s in service flew until the 2000s.
