Airfix Model World Issue 172
Issue
- Magazine:
- Airfix Model World
- Number:
- Issue 172 | March 2025
- Language:
- English
Table of contents
Editorial | Page 3Welcome To Issue 172
by Stu FoneReview | Page 6Preview
New-Tool F-35A Lightning from Revell
News | Page 8News
Latest Updates
Review, 1:48 | Page 10Preview
Fine Molds` A6M Zero takes a new approach
Photo Gallery | Page 14Display Case
This month we showcase how the hobby is one that everyone can enjoy, whether its building at home or in a `modelling den`
Build Report, 1:48 | Page 18Magic `Mike`
by Richard SpreckleyRichard Spreckley builds Magic Factory`s new-tool 1/48 McDonnel Douglas A-4M Skyhawk kit
Build Report, 1:35 | Page 28Combat Cab
by Nick ShuttleworthNick Shuttleworth goes on patrol with Thunder Model`s Long Range Desert Group F30 truck
Photo Gallery | Page 36Out And ABout
by Bob OrrBugle Call!
Build Report, 1:144 | Page 38Flying The Friendly Skies
by Massimo SantarossaMassimo Santarossa updates AIrfix`s classic 1/144 Boeing 727 with 3D-printed additions from LACI
727-200
Platz 1:144
L14-11 
Boeing 727-200
Brengun 1:144
BRL144091 
Boeing 727 Detail
Avigraphics 1:144
AG4092 Build Report, 1:9 | Page 48Mr. Sheene
by Gary RadfordGary Radford builds the classic Suzuki RG500 XR 27 as ridden by the late Barry Sheene in 1978
Build Report, 1:72 | Page 56National Lifesaver
by Huw MorganHuw Morgan gives the Airfix 1/72 Severn-class lifeboat a new lease of life by adding detail and trialing a different building technique
Build Report, 1:72 | Page 60Little Local Lifeboat
by Ethan WilliamsEthan Williams details the Airfix 1/72 Shannon class starter kit and recreates his local vessel for their visitor centre
Build Report, 1:72 | Page 66Rotary Sting
by Huw MorganHuw Morgan tackles a classic Cold War helicopter in the shape of LF Models` new-tool 1/72 Westland Wasp
Photo Gallery | Page 74Photo Focus
Turkish `Spooks` at 50
Build Report, 1:48 | Page 80Persian Phantom
by Alireza BeigiIn his first build for AMW, Alireza Beigi builds Academy`s 1/48 F-4C as an Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force F-4D airframe
Print Scale 1:48Review | Page 88On The Shelf
Books
Review | Page 90On The Shelf
‘Son Of Sherman’ double-volume reference package
Review | Page 92On The Shelf
Aircraft kits
Review | Page 95On The Shelf
Eduardo’s new-tool 1/72 P-51D ‘Aces of the Eighth’
Review | Page 96On The Shelf
Military kits
Review | Page 98On The Shelf
Auto Kits
Review | Page 99On The Shelf
Maritime kits
Review | Page 100On The Shelf
Figures
Review | Page 102On The Shelf
Decal Sheets
Review | Page 106On The Shelf
Accessories
Austin K2 Ambulance / K30 Truck Wheels Airfix
CMK (Czech Master Kits) 1:35
3152 2024 Multi-topic (1!!)
F6F Hellcat - early armament (.50 cal Browning barrels with drilled cooling jackets)
Master 1:24
AM-24-018 2020 New tool 
Browning M2 (Heavy Barrel) .50 caliber (12.7mm) - gun barrels (2pcs)
Master 1:72
GM-72-002 2019 New tool 
2x missiles MICA (versions EM ou IR)
2x missiles MICA (versions EM or IR) Decals included Syhart (Syh@rt) 1:72
AD017-72 2024 New tool 
Miscellaneous | Page 114Show Guide
At-a-glance model show calendar