Several New Corgi 1/72 Scale Model Aircraft Are Here!

Corgi has been making incredibly detailed models for many years now, and the newest replicas that just arrived are no exception. Each of these 1/72 scale aircraft have unique characteristics which make them seem like they could take off at any moment. What makes these models extra special? They include some of the history behind each aircraft, such as where it came from, what it was intended to do, and where it is now. 

#AA27502 - 1/72 Scale
Short Sunderland Mk.III, ML788/2-S, No.422 Squadron RCAF, Pembroke Dock

These models feature rotatable propellers, as well as optional landing gear attachments.

#AA27604 - 1/72 Scale
Hawker Hurricane MKI, V7795, Plt Off William 'Cherry' Vale, RAF 80 Sqn, Maleme, Crete, 1941

Every replica includes detailed crew figures in the pilot seat.

#AA32315 - 1/72 Scale
BAC Lightning F.6 XP770/D, RAF No.56 Squadron ‘Firebirds’, RAF Wattisham 1975

Many models feature other moving parts, as well as armament/weapons that are unique to the aircraft.

#AA38408 - 1/72 Scale
Bristol Blenheim Mk.I, L6739 (G-BPIV), The IWM Duxford 2015

Visit us at 3000toys.com to see all of the amazing 1/72 scale models that have just arrived from Corgi!

So many items on SALE! Act quickly – Sale ends tomorrow.

Our Incredible Sale is coming to an end tomorrow, so you must act quickly to take advantage of these great deals before they disappear! 

The Sale features a wide range of models, from construction equipment and cars to farm toys and aircraft. We even have several interesting books for you to choose from.

Here are just a few of the categories that we know you will love:

See all of the 100s of items available at 3000toys.com, and don't let this sale slip away before you place your order!

Corgi Just Announced a 1/72 Scale Avro Vulcan B2, XM607!

We are excited to announce this new 1/72 scale version of the Avro Vulcan B2, XM607 which is coming from Corgi later this Fall! 

#AA27203 - 1/72 Scale
October / November Arrival
Avro Vulcan B.2, XM607, RAF No.44 Sqn, ‘Operation Black Buck’, Falklands, 1982

This highly-detailed model comes with a couple of display options. First, you can display it with the landing gear down.

Or you can display it on its stand so that you can see the bomb bay doors that open to reveal replicas of the bomb load from 'Operation Black Buck' in the Falkland Islands.

To get your very own 1/72 scale Avro Vulcan B2, XM607, visit us at 3000toys.com to place your pre-orders. While you are there, you should also check out more of the historical planes, helicopters, and other models from Corgi!

New Military Planes from Herpa!

The power of flight revolutionized the human experience and has fascinated the hearts and minds of people from around the world. Whether made with the purpose of warfare or discovery, airplanes have drastically shifted the direction of mankind. 

It is with this in mind that we proudly present these aircraft from our friends at Herpa! Each of these planes are replicated with authentic markings out of highly-detailed plastic. These 1/200 scale planes are all due in February / March of this coming year!

#557009 - 1/200 Scale
February / March
Chilean Air Force
Consolidated Vultee Pby-5a Catalina, "Manu Tara"

#556927 - 1/200 Scale
February / March Arrival
Antovon Verein Schweiz An-2 HA-ABA Plane

#556675 - 1/200 Scale
February / March Arrival
French Navy - Grumman E-2c Hawkeye

#556989 - 1/200
February / March Arrival
Northrop Grumman B-2a Spirit Usaf, "Spirit of Texas"

Visit us at 3000toys.com to place your pre-order today!

Just Soared In...Wings of Texaco Airplane Series #22

    

Round 2's 1/48 scale Wings of Texaco Airplane Series #22 just arrived and is ready to ship to you today!

This year's series is the 1945 Beechcraft Model 18 "Twin Beech".  Click HERE to see our announcement blog for more details.

#CP7150 - 1/48 Scale 

Wings of Texaco Airplane Series #22 (2014) Regular Edition in Silver

1945 Beechcraft Model 18 "Twin Beech"

#CP7151 - 1/48 Scale 

Wings of Texaco Airplane Series #22 (2014) Special Edition in Red

1945 Beechcraft Model 18 "Twin Beech"

Visit our website to view all of our Texaco models and place your order today, while supplies last. 

Check out the Lightning F6 from Corgi:

Able to climb faster than anything else in the skies, the Lightning was a fearsome machine and not for the faint-hearted to fly.  5 Squadron gained the Lightning with its move to RAF Binbrook in 1965, and kept it until its replacement with Tornado F3s in 1987.

This particular machine still exists, though preserved in a different color scheme. The shark’s mouth was painted on during gunnery exercises and later removed.

It's available now from Corgi in 1/72 scale:

#AA32314 - 1/72 Scale
BAC Lightning F6 5 Sqdn, RAF Binbrook 1984

The New F/A-18F Super Hornet from Forces of Valor:

Designed and initially produced by McDonnell Douglas, the Super Hornet first flew in 1995. Full-rate production began in September 1997, and the Super Hornet entered service with the United States Navy in 1999.  It replaced the Grumman F-14 Tomcat™ in 2006, and serves alongside the original Hornet.

This model from Forces of Valor is a replica of the Super Hornet flown by the Strike Fighter Squadron 41 (VFA-41), also known as the "Black Aces."  The Black Aces is attached to Carrier Air Wing 9, and is currently deployed aboard the USS John C. Stenis. Their radio call sign is "Fast Eagle" and their tail code is NG.            

There are actually quite a few videos on YouTube from the cockpit of this plane, during take-off and flying.  It looks amazing and completely terrifying!        

This 1/72 scale model has lots of features and its accurate markings.  

U.S. F/A-18F Super Hornet - "Black Aces" // Item #85064

• Constructed of both die cast metal and plastic
• Affix or remove the external fuel tanks
• Reconfigure the included weapons

SkyMax military aircraft models ready to ship!

Our very first shipment of SkyMax models arrived this past week!  They look great and are ready to ship.

They feature engraved panel lines, a detailed cockpit with a glazed canopy, realistic armament, authentic markings, and a display stand, and these beauties feature everything you expect from top manufacturers and even let you keep some money in your pocket thanks to the low, affordable prices.

Check 'em out: 

#SM1003 - 1/72 Scale
F8F-1B Bearcat, U.S. Navy Blue Angels, 1946
The last of Grumman's great single-seat, piston-engine naval fighters, the F8F Bearcat was the best of its breed but arrived too late for action in World War II.

#SM1006 - 1/72 Scale
F8F-2 Bearcat,  VF-61 "Jolly Rogers," USS Franklin D. Roosevelt, 1949

#SM1007 - 1/72 Scale
F8F-1 Bearcat,  U.S. Navy Air Reserve, Glenview, 1950s 

#SM1009 - 1/72 Scale
F8F-1 Bearcat,  1st Fighter Squadron, South Vietnamese Air Force

#SM1010 - 1/72 Scale
F8F-1 Bearcat,  Royal Thai Air Force, Nakhon Sawan Air Base

#SM2002 - 1/72 Scale
La-5FN, Captain Vitaliy Popkov, 5 GvIAP, Autumn, 1944

 

#SM2003 - 1/72 Scale
La-5FN, "Captured", Stendal, 1945

#SM4003 - 1/72 Scale
Hawker Tempest Mk.V, Wing Commander J.C. "Zipp" Button, 1946

#SM4005 - 1/72 Scale
Hawker Tempest Mk.V, B.F. "Bud" Miller, No. 501 "County of Gloucester" Squadron, USAAF

#SM6002 - 1/72 Scale
F84E Thunderjet, Col. Robert Lee Scott, Jr., CO of 36th FBW, Germany, 1952  

#SM6005 - 1/72 Scale
F-84G Thunderjet, EC 3/1 "Argonne," French Air Force

#SM7004 - 1/72 Scale
Jet Provost T5, "XW324," 6FTS, RAF Finningley

#SM7005 - 1/72 Scale
BAC 167 Strikemaster Mk.80, Royal Saudi Air Force

#SM7006 - 1/72 Scale
Jet Provost T5, "The Poachers," RAFC Cranwell

#SM8003 - 1/72 Scale
TBD-1 Devestator, Lt. Cdr. W. Sinton, VT-2, USS Lexington, San Diego, 1938

Let us be your source for Falcon Models!

Last week we announced that we now carry SkyMax Models, and now I want to introduce to you another new line that we just started carrying!   

Falcon Models are detailed 1/72 scale diecast replicas of military aircraft. Falcon aircrafts look great in every collection, whether alongside models made by other top-of-the-line manufacturers or as standalone display pieces.

Falcon diecast models 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

• Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear

• Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight"

• Authentic fixed ordnance loads

Falcon come to you at great prices, as well as with a unique selection of models to choose from. This manufacturer offers models that are newer to the industry and a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

These are several dozen of their models on our site (click here to see them all), but here are my favorites!

These will be arriving within the next month or two.

F-86D Sabre Dog, 101st Squadron, 3rd Air Wing, JASDF
#FA723006 - 1/72 scale

Fieseler Fi 156C Storch, Swiss Air Force, 1943
#FA724006 - 1/72 scale

F9F-5 Panther, Ted Williams, VMF-311
#FA721005 - 1/72 scale

T-33A Shooting Star, Waffenschule 10, West German Air Force, 1973
#FA722008 - 1/72 scale

It's Called A Raptor For A Reason

When I hear the word "raptor" my first thought is of those menacing, sneaky little velociraptors from Jurassic Park.  Remember those guys?  Fast and mean.  Did you also know that the name "velociraptor" means "swift seizer?"

It doesn't surprise me that the F-22 Raptor has those certain qualities - mean, swift, menacing.  The United States Air Force summed it up pretty well on their official website, "The F-22 cannot be matched by any known or projected fighter aircraft."  It's engine produces more thrust than any other current fighter engine out there.  It can cruise at supersonic air speeds, which happens to be anything above 1.5 mach.  It can fly above 50,000 feet.  (And in case you were wondering, it only costs a mere $143 million.)

Hobby Master - HA2806 - 1/72 scale

F-22 Raptor - 199th TFS "The Kukaiumoku," 154th Wing, 

Hawaii ANG/PACAF, Hickam Air Force Base

If the facts don't impress you, check out this video I've posted below.  I can get lost in the terminology and technicality of things, but a video I can understand.  It's pretty amazing.



We hope you enjoy our blog posts and enjoy the rest of your day!  If you need anything else, just check us out at 3000toys.com.  You can also check out our full Hobby Master line.