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ROUND 2 BRINGS BACK CLASSIC TREK

Round 2, a new venture headed by people with past association with Polar Lights, will be reissuing a limited number of former AMT, MPC, and Polar Lights plastic model kits later this summer/fall. While most of the subjects are cars, there are several sci-fi kits planned as well.

Announced so far are:

AMT PLASTIC MODEL KITS (AMT)

  • 1/650 Star Trek USS Enterprise (Special Tin) (Re-release of the classic 1967 kit from AMT. Packaged in embossed collector's tin. Model is 18" long when completed.) Expected release: October 2008 MSRP - $37.50 USD
  • 1/650 Star Trek USS Enterprise (Boxed Kit) (Re-release of the classic 1967 kit from AMT. Features original box graphics. Model is 18" long when fully assembled.) Expected release: October 2008 MSRP - $23.00 USD

POLAR LIGHTS PLASTIC MODEL KITS (PLL)

  • 1/1000 Star Trek USS Enterprise NCC1701 (From the original series. Features accurate details & optional parts to build one of 3 classic versions: first pilot, second pilot & series version. Model is 12"long when completed & includes display stand.) Expected release: August 2008 MSRP: $18.50 USD
  • 1/25 Speed Racer Mach 5 Race Car (Glue Kit) (Super detailed.) Expected release: September 2008 MSRP - $17.50 USD
  • 1/25 Speed Racer Mach 5 Race Car (Snap Kit) (Easy-to-assemble) Expected release: September 2008 MSRP - $17.50USD

Please note that MSRP figures are estimates and may well change before release.

03/2008

LIGHTING KIT FOR THE VOYAGER

Voodoofx is proud to release The Voyager Lighting Kit, designed and fit for Moebius Models 'The Voyager' model kit. The kit comes with everything you will need to light the model, 100% LED system on circuit boards for cool running and longer longevity. This kit does require electronic skills. It includes
  • 1 PRO 4 Driver Board
  • Shrink Tubing / Wire /LEDS
  • 9 Volts Power Supply
  • Full Instructions and access to the Customer Support Line
and features
  • Main cockpit lights
  • Upper control dome light
  • Rear engine lights

Price, not including shipping, is $ 29.99 USD (~$ 30.00 CAN/€ 20.49 EUR ). For more information, or to order, please visit the VooDooFX website. 02/2008


PROCREATE TERRAIN PUTTY

New from Kraftmark is ProCreate Terrain Putty. 'Terrain' is an epoxy based, 1:1 mix ratio, light weight, non sag, long worklife material formulated to build or mold original terrain features and to restore, rebuild and reinforce existing terrain features. It can also be used in silicone molds as a mold making material or for original sculpture. Terrain also exhibits excellent adhesion to wood, glass, metal, concrete and some plastics. Terrains easy to mix formula contains no solvents and will not shrink before, during or after cure. Terrain is very easy to mix with a spatula or the hands (use gloves). After cure, it produces a hard and durable material that is very easy to sand, carve, drill or machine. Cured Terrain is also paintable. For more information, or to order, please visit the Kraftmark website. 02/2008


PHOTON TORPEDO LIGHTING EFFECT CIRCUITS

New from Strange Stuff Studio are Photon Torpedo lighting effect kits for the Polar Lights Refit (or any Trek ship). These easy to install circuits will add a touch of realism to most Star Trek starship projects. Momentary switches and high output LEDS are included. These are the same circuits used in their 'top of the line' build-ups. You can see film clips of it in action on the SSS website, along with a sneak peek at their soon-to-be-released Jupiter 2 fusion core lighting set.

Price (not including shipping) is $ 69.95 USD (~$ 69.89 CAN/€ 47.80 EUR ). For more information, or to order, please visit the Strange Stuff Studio website. 02/2008


Image: Fusion core lighting set

FEDERATION PURSUIT SHIP

Titan Find is pleased to present the Federation Pursuit Ship from the Blake's 7. The Pursuit Ship model includes 32 resin parts and decals and was mastered by Alfred Wong.

Please check with Titan Find for availablity before ordering as this is a limited release. Price, with shipping, for North American customers is $ 110.00 USD (~$ 109.68 CAN/€ 75.49 EUR ). For more information, or to order, please visit the Titan Find website. 02/2008


S.H.A.D.O. UFO STUDIO SCALE MODEL

The new release from Amazing Science Models is a studio-replica UFO model. Hand-crafted one by one this limited, signed and numbered edition of 50 pieces (25 in kit and 25 built and painted. The model is 25cm/ 10" in diameter and made from resin, PETG for the clear domes and plexiglass for the "arms".

Built and painted, the model is £ 230 GBP + shipping. The kit (not including shipping) is £ 155 GBP (~$ 304.00 USD/ $ 303.33 CAN/€ 208.78 EUR ). For more information, or to order, please visit the Amazing Science Models website. 02/2008


NEW CONVERSION FROM VA MINIATURES

VA Miniatures has released a new conversion kit for a Shanks-class light cruiser in 1/537 scale. The kit includes 6 resin and one plastic parts, plus ALPS-printed waterslide decals by JT Graphics. The saucer mounted photon launcher and shuttle bay are also available separately from the kit.

The kit is available from Federation Models or direct from VA Miniatures. For more information, or to order, please eMail VA Miniatures. 02/2008


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