Kits and Bits: 5th December 2025

Kits and Bits: 5th December 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:


 Arifix Announcements and Releases

 

 

New 1:24 Scale Messerschmitt! from Airfix
 

Airfix are excited to announce the latest addition to their 1:24 scale range, the Messerschmitt BF109G-5/G-6, an all-new mould and the most detailed Messerschmitt kit ever produced.

 

 

Airfix Starter Sets and Quickbuild: The Perfect Stocking Fillers
 

Introducing the perfect stocking fillers for this Christmas, courtesy of Airfix. After all, who wouldn’t love the excitement of discovering an Airfix Starter Set or Quickbuild Kit tucked away on Christmas morning?

 

 

Airfix Recent Releases: 27th November 2025
 

Take a look through the latest releases from Airfix. These have been released by the manufacturer this month, and if they are not already in stock, they will be soon!

 

 

Airfix Releases: 4th December 2025
 

Take a look at the latest releases from Airfix. These items are all newly released by the manufacturer, and if they are not already in stock, they will be soon.

 

Arifix 2026 Catalogue Available To Order

 

 The next issue of the Airfix Catalogue is now available to order. Artwork has yet to be confirmed, but you can still pre-order to ensure you get yours as soon as they arrive!

 


 Heller Releases

 

 

Heller 1:24th Scale Models Coming Soon
 

Coming soon from Heller are two spectacular 1:24th scale kits, first is a 3t trailer, ideal for rural or agricultural scenes. Second is a Lancia Beta Montecarlo Turbo. Both of these kits are available as individual kits and as starter sets with paint and suitable glue.

 

Heller Releases New 1:24 Scale Figures
 

Heller’s headline project for 2025 was the creation of an all-new series of eight 1:24 scale figure sets, and they are delighted to confirm that the entire collection is now in stock, so they should be arriving with us very soon. 

 


 Revell Announcements and Releases

 

Revell Gloster Meteor First Edition Has Been Released


We have just received the first batch of the Revell Gloster Meteor First Edition, and it's already sold out! We are pleased to say we have secured a limited number of additional pieces, which should arrive with us soon. If you missed out on the first batch, don't delay and get your orders in today!

 

 

Revell Announcements: January to April Releases
 

Revell have announced a host of new items for release next year. These include a large selection of vehicle and aircraft kits as well as items from the Fast and Furious film franchise and The Mandalorian and Stranger Things TV series.

 


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.

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Airfix A05280V
1:72 Scale
£24.95
Out of stock but currently on order with supplier
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Airfix A09101A
1:48 Scale
£49.95
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Airfix A10280V
1:72 Scale
£49.95
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Airfix A17003
1:24 Scale
£99.95
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Italeri 160
1:72 Scale
RRP: £12.99 £11.70 SAVING YOU £1.29 (10%) OFF RRP
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Revell 01217
1:72 Scale
£63.95
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Revell 03515
1:16 Scale
£42.95
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Revell 03516
1:16 Scale
£42.95
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Revell 03760
1:144 Scale
£46.95
Out of stock but currently on order with supplier
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Revell 05186
1:144 Scale
£51.95

Proud stockists of the following Plastic Kit and Model Kit manufacturers

 

Here at Gaugemaster we stock a large variety of plastic kits from manufacturers all over the world.

 


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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