Kits & Bits: 7th November 2025

Kits and Bits: 7th November 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 Releases

 

 

New Airfix 1:72 de Havilland Mosquito Announced

 
New from Airfix is a new de Havilland Mosquito B.XVI/B.35/TT.35 with marking options for 3 distinctive new schemes which tell the story of the Mosquito’s changing roles in late World War 2 and into the post-war era.

 

 

Airfix Supermarine Spitfire PR.XIX  In Stock Now
 

 The Photo Reconnaissance version of the Spitfire has arrived! Returning in 1:48 scale, the Supermarine Spitfire PR.XIX is back, but with a fresh set of new schemes, each holding their own unique story.

 


 Heller Announcements

 

Heller Peugeot 205 GTI Coming Soon in 1:24

 
The new kit of the Peugeot 205 GTI is a completely new design consisting of 139 parts and, in addition to many intricate details, also includes the option to build the model as a right-hand or left-hand drive. 

 


 ModelCraft Announcements

 

New Modelcraft 60ml Syringe Coming Soon
 

A general-purpose syringe, ideal for accurately dispensing colours, glues, and greases, this new syringe is fitted with a rubber plunger that can be entirely removed for easy cleaning and drying.

 


 Preiser Releases

 

October 2025 Releases
 

Take a look at the new items coming soon from Preiser.

 


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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