Kits & Bits: 3rd October 2025

Kits and Bits: 3rd October 2025

Welcome to the latest edition of our Model Kit newsletter - Kits & Bits.

 

This is the home of all things model kit related, including news from Airfix, Revell, Heller, Tamiya and all the other kit manufacturers we stock. This dedicated newsletter also contains all the exciting new releases from these brands, and we have exciting additions coming in the future, too.


In This Issue:


 Airfix Announcements and Recent Releases

 

Airfix Mission Control: The Stock has Landed!

 

SLS Artemis Touches Down, and the Saturn V Gift Set is Now In Stock. These two space-themed kits have both arrived in stock and feature mighty spacecraft helping forge the frontier and push the boundaries in space travel.

 

 

Airfix Announces 1:48 Westland Lysander Masking Set
 

Airfix is proud to release an additional Masking Set to be used in conjunction with the 1:48 scale Westland Lysander Mk.I/Mk.III kit.

 

 

Airfix Latest Releases
 

The latest releases from Airfix include the much-loved Vintage Classics to 1:76 scale military vehicles; these new kits are perfect additions to any collection.

 


 Reobrix Announcements

 

New Reobrix Building Block Kits Announced

 

Reobrix has announced three new kits. Two types of engines, replicas of the SP3 and a V12, including versions of many parts and features of the originals, as well as a majestic Medieval King's Castle featuring a whopping 3999 pieces, have been announced.


 Revell Updates

 

Revell Easy Click System: September Update
 

Revell has revamped their "Click System", making various improvements to the packaging, models, contents, and construction design, which makes them great for both beginners and experienced kit builders alike.

 


 LightCraft Announcements

 

LightBoxes Return To The Range
 

Returning to the Lightcraft range are two reissued light boxes. These light boxes are ideal for kit modelling, tracing designs and patterns for stencilling, embossing, scrapbooking, quilting, sewing, embroidery, calligraphy, lettering and displaying slides & transparencies.

 


 ModelCraft Announcements

 

 

New Modelcraft Precision Applicator Set

 

Coming soon is this set of two applicator bottles with needle tips designed for accurate application of fluids, paints, glues, solvents, & greases. Includes one short tip (10mm) and one long tip (40mm) covering a range of applications.

 

 

New Modelcraft Chisel Set
 

A handy compact set of four chisels with one handle, ideal for crafts and woodworking, has been announced. The lightweight soft-grip handle is comfortable to use, and the chisel heads fit securely into the handle for precise control. 

 


New Arrivals

Take a look through the latest releases from the world of Model Kit building. Please note that some items may already appear as out of stock, which reflects the demand for the first batch. If you're interested in any of these products, don't worry, we can usually reorder them for you.


End of The Bench

 

We have reached the end of all the news and announcements on the workbench this week. We will be back next month with the next additions of Kits & Bits. Don't forget we publish the first Friday of every month, and don't forget to check out our News Archive for all the news as it happens. Until then, Happy Building!

 


Before You Go...

If you are interested in other areas of the hobby, or looking for a new pastime, then why not check out one of our other publications? Published throughout the month at different intervals, these publications complement the breaking news behind these subjects and bring you the latest news in one convenient place.

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