The Modelling News: Preview: Two new releases from Trumpeter in August

The mighty Hind & an American fire pumper are the subjects of Trumpeter's August items. We look at the colours, decals & build up kits in our preview...

Preview: Two new releases from Trumpeter in August

Mi-24P Hind-F

by Trumpeter

Model:05829

1/48th scale

The Mil Mi-24 "Hind" is a Soviet multipurpose helicopter. Mi-24P is the gunship version of the infamous attack helicopter. The Mi-24P "Hind-F" has a fixed GSh-30-2K 30mm cannon on the right hand side of the nose.

The colour scheme presented in this kit

The decals in the box

A more later version if the Hind, the Mi-24P Hind-F sports a spiffy looking fixed 30mm GSh-30-2K cannon on the right side of the aircraft, with 700 rounds, effectively making the Mi-24P a proper gunship.

Model Length: 366mm / Rotor Diameter: 360mm

Total Parts 300+

Total of 9 sprues

- Canopy made from clear parts

- Finely detailed cockpit, gear cabin

- Photo-Etched parts included

The kit built up by Trumpeter's model makers

American LaFrance Eagle Fire Pumper

by Trumpeter

Model: 07445

1/72nd scale

The Trumpeter 1/72nd scale LaFrance Eagle Fire Pumper 2002 Plastic Model Kit is a highly detailed model that allows you to build a realistic model of this iconic American fire engine. The kit includes over 60 individual plastic parts, all of which are molded with high detail.

The colour schemes presented in this kit

The decals in the box

This allows you to create a model that is accurate in size and proportions, as well as in terms of the fine details of the Eagle Fire Pumper and its equipment. It is a challenging and rewarding kit to build. It is perfect for experienced modelers who are looking for a project that will test their skills. The kit is also a great choice for collectors of fire engines and emergency vehicles.

Model Length: 73mm /Width: 30mm

Total of 4 sprues, frame and cab

-Rubber tires

The kit consists of over 60 parts

Masks are provided for the windows of the kit