Academy New Releases

                                                                                                                   January, 2010

Academy 13221

M4A3E8 Sherman "Easy Eights"

1/35 scale

This development of the famous Sherman featured revised suspension and

wider tracks. It was done to give the tank a smoother ride over poor surfaces.

This was the reason for the nickname "Easy Eights". The use of this version extended all the way into the Korean War.

This kit features:

- 4 Masterbox figures

- Photo-etched metal parts

- Separate hatches

Suggested Retail Price: $49.00

        

Academy 14103

Admiral Graf Spee Pocket Battleship

1/350 scale

Created from ALL NEW TOOLING, this kit represents an important chapter

in the history of the German Navy. In the early days of World War II the

British Navy scored an impressive victory by sinking one of Germany's

most dangerous weapons. Before it was cornered by the British warships,          the Graf Spee had sunk 9 allied merchant ships.

*Build with full hull or as a waterline

*Finely molded plastic railings

*Display base

Suggested Retail Price: $49.00

   

 

Academy 12213

F-15K Slam Eagle in 1/48 scale

Extensive amounts of new tooling went into this exciting new version of Academy's existing F-15. Take a look at these features and pictures.

*Underwing stores: AIM-9X, AIM-120C JDAM and more

*GE F110 engine detail

*Large Cartograf decal sheet

Suggested Retail Price: $44.00

      

Academy 13213

Merkava Mk IV All New in 1/35 scale

It's the most advanced armored vehicle in the Israeli Defense Forces. This 65 ton battle tank entered service in 2004 as an improvement to the existing Mk III. Its 120mm gun can fire high

penetration rounds as well as guided projectiles. It has the Amcoram LWS-2 laser warning system to automatically deploy smoke grenades and decoys for protection.

Look at these features in addition to excellent detailing on all the parts:

Large Photo etched metal parts tree

Hatches in the open or closed position

Semi Connected track links

Suggested Retail Price: $44.00

 

      

 

 

Academy 12212

F-22A Air Dominance Fighter in 1/48 scale.

Now the most requested 1/48 scale aircraft kit has hit the shelves. I think you will agree it was worth the wait. The designers at Academy wanted to be sure they had totally accurate research information before they started. Unfortunately the level of secrecy on this aircraft was extremely high. But thankfully with the assistance of some well place researchers, they were able to get it right!

Just look at these features:

- Over 275 plastic parts.

- Separate wing flaps

- Open weapons bay with full compliment of weapons

- Postionable exhaust nozzles

- Large 13" x 8" Cartograf decal sheet

Suggested Retail Price: $69.00

Academy 12703

1/48 scale MH-53 Sea Dragon

U.S. Navy Mine Hunter & Combat Transport

In conjunction with MRC, Academy releases this accurate reproduction of the Navy's largest and most powerful helicopter. This outstanding kit is loaded with features and details that will please the most discriminating builder. It has a fuselage that measures over 18 inches long with rotor blades that reach almost 20 inches in diameter. Just look at these features:

-Enlarged fuel sponsons and mine hunting equipment

-Loading ramps and doors can be positioned open or closed

-Tail section can be displayed in folded position

-Extended or folded main rotor blades

-Full cockpit and interior detail

-3 sets of decal markings by Cartograf

 

 

      

Suggested Retail Price: $99.00

 

 

Academy 14102

1/350 scale USS Oliver Hazard Perry FFG-7

This month Academy again features All New Tooling in it's latest new releases. The first item up is an all new ship in the popular 1/350 scale. Just look at these features:

-Waterline or full hull option

-2 SH-60 anti-submarine helicopters

-Finely molded deck rails

-Display base.

Suggested Retail Price:  $39.00

 

Academy 13215

1/35 scale K1A1 KOA Battle Tank

The K1A1 is Academy's latest piece of 1/35 scale armor and comes from                         ALL New Tooling. It's the latest in a long line of outstanding armor kits.

Suggested Retail Price:   $46.00