Pegasus Hobby has released their "War of the Worlds" tripod kit.

This makes a great addition to their previous 1/8 kit of the Martian figure from the same movie, the 2005 remake with Tom Cruise.

This all new kit consists of one Martian tripod with deployed arm lasers, tentacles and collection cages for building alternate versions. It includes over 90 pieces, with a transparent hood and clear eye lenses for possible lighting opportunities. Even a detailed logo display base is in the box to allow you to display the kit in an action setting.

The kit is 1/144 scale ( a popular aircraft model scale). So it may be possible to add some extras on your own. (people figures?).

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War of the Worlds Martian Model Kits | Scifi Model Books and Publications

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Round 2 has released the AMT Leif Erickson Galactic Cruiser.

This Interstellar Bird Returns To Explore Again! Originally released in 1968, this fan favorite spacecraft returns to the applause of sci-fi model builders everywhere. The classic ship was designed by U.S.S. Enterprise designer, Matthew Jeffries, and features a scout ship, backdated parts, and light kit. It all comes packaged in colorful reproduction packaging.

The model is molded in light grey, with chrome and clear red parts. The ship has opening shuttle bay doors with a separate small escort shuttle. New instructions feature the original Strategic Space Command story. This kit version includes LED LIGHTING KIT as well!

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Glow in the Dark UFO Cruiser | Scifi Model Books and Publications

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Well, I recieved my shirt from Round 2 the other day. Very cool !

I am looking foward to the model kit. Round 2 is bending over backwards to produce the best Star Trek U.S.S. Enterprise kit ever done, and I am sure they will follow through and get this project done.

The best way you can support their effort is to preorder the model.

My shirt was blue, so it seems I may have been one of the first 250 to order. But whatever color you get, it's a show of good faith from Round 2. They rock !

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Star Trek Model Kits | Space and Scifi Model Books and Publications

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Polar lights is working hard on producing their new, large scale, 1:350 Star Trek TOS Enterprise.

You can preorder and reserve the kit, by visiting here: - Polar Lights Enterprise.

If you have not seen it before, below is a video explaining more about the kit and what to expect. Personally, I already have the previous USS Enterprise Refit kit in 1:350, and that kit alone is remarkable. But I have never liked the refit engine nacelles, I have always preferred the TOS ones. I always thought someone would make a resin conversion kit, with parts to convert the model back to the TOS look, but that has not happened. Now it seems, it will not be needed. Polar Lights is producing an all new tooling for a detailed version for Star Trek model fans.

So if you want one of these kits, for 2012, step up and jump in. It's gonna be a great ride !

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Star Trek Model Kits | Scifi Books and Publications

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Star Trek Hand Phaser Model kit.

From renowned propmaker and effects artist John Long, this is the most "screen-accurate" hand phaser kit you'll ever see. Based on the only known existing "hero" phaser (the one used for close-ups in the Original Series), this kit is expertly crafted down to the smallest detail. Some may not know this, but on the original phaser, the thumb scroll wheel actually raises a small forward "site" to aim with. This was an actual moving prop, unlike the others that were non-functioning 'static' phasers.

From the hand-laminated fiberglass body to the ingenious internal mechanisms, this kit gives you period materials and expert instructions to create a working replica, complete moving parts and an acrylic emitter light. More than a mere toy, this is a museum-quality piece of television history.

Star Trek Hand Phaser | Star Trek Model Kits

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Comet Miniatures now has the Space 1999 Hawk Fighter by WARP models.

The kit is in 1:72 scale, which matches it in scale with the older Airfix Hawk, or AMT / Fundimensions Eagle One.

The kit is resin with some white metal parts . The ship was originally shown in the Space 1999 "War Games" episode. Meaning, with just one episode, the Hawk has become an instant hit model project. This adds another great Scifi kit to the mix of available products.

Space 1999 - 30th Anniversary Edition Megaset

WARP Space 1999 Hawk Fighter Resin Kit | Space 1999 | Exploring Space 1999: An Episode Guide and Complete History

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When Worlds Collide Space Ark Model Kit from Pegasus.

The movie, "When Worlds Collide", is a classic sci-fi movie. In 1951, it was the winner of the Academy Award for Best Special Effects. It was produced by visual effects pioneer George Pal, so you know the effects were a bit ahead of their time when this film was released.

The film itself was based on a book by Edwin Balmer.

Today we can now build a plastic model of the famous Ark from the movie thanks to Pegasus Hobbies. The kit is 1:350 scale, and includes a portion of the ramp for takeoff, and is around a foot long. It's a great classic project and fine addition to your scifi model collection.

Sci-Fi Model Kits | Sci-Fi Model Books |

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Some models are very large. Well, some that I like anyway.

Here we have a 40-foot Rocket, a design to reflect the 1930's - 1940's imagination, hand built and ready to make any adult an instant kid again.

It features a full space ship interior true to form, including a pilots bridge and alien lab. With gadgets galore on the inside to tinker with, it takes cool to a whole new level. I recommend the video below, which gives you a tour of the inside. You won't be disappointed. No space suit needed.

Space Ship Model Kits | NASA Model Kits |

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The new model kit, Lunadiver Stingray, has been released.

This model is part of the continuing set of model kits and characters called Maschinen Krieger, created by Mr. Kow Yokoyama.

This new model design includes 2 Space battle powered suits (Fireball SG & SG Prowler) and 2 Stingray pilot figures, along with a display stand. Like most of the models in the series (but not all), this one is also 1:35 scale. The Stingray itself is 303 mm in length, and 163 mm wide. These kits usually sell pretty quickly, and are highly sought after once a production run has made it's course. This can drive the values up, some of the older kits in the series are hard to come by, and expensive. These kits appeal to both military and science fiction builders. But can be a fun build if you just want to do something different for a change.

The previous kit release, the Antigravity Armored Fighter, is stil available while it lasts. If you want to learn more about the Maschinen Krieger series of models, I recommend MAK in Action, a good site on the kits.

Lunadiver Stingray Kit | Scifi Model Kits | Military Model Books |

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How many of you out there have built The Invaders flying saucer ship?

Myself, I built one of Monogram's reissues the last time it came out. It's not a bad model, and it's a fair subject, especially since I like TV and movie model kits. Whether you have built one or not, you may want to check out this website that talks about the history of The Invaders models. It's quite interesting.

There's a lot of tid bits with cool information. I like where parts of the Aurora Invaders kits were used on the original TV Battlestar Galactica Cylone Raider ship! There are also some other its of this craft from other manufacturers. Check it out and see what you think.

TV Invaders UFO Model Ship History | The Invaders TV Show| Spaced Invaders

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How abut a 28-inch Star Wars Star Destroyer from the Imperial Fleet?

Anigrand is now producing, in limited numbers (100 kits), a resin kit of the Imperial Avenger-class destroyer, a prominent symbol of Imperial Navy. The kit is 1/2256 scale, which sounds small, but this scale has the kit ending up to be around 28 inches long, and that's quite large. The parts are covered in fine detail and appear to be very accurate, including the docking bay and turbo lasers.

If you ever wanted to add a unique (and large) kit to your Star Wars model collection, this would be an impressive kit to have and build.

Star Destroyer Resin Model Kits | Sculpting a Galaxy: Inside the Star Wars Model Shop | Building Star Wars Models - A Galaxy Far Away Book

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Atomic City has released a 1:24 scale, 39 inch tall Disney Moonliner TWA Rocketship resin model kit.

This is a replica model kit of the ship that stood at Disneyland outside the "Rocket to the Moon" attraction, from 1955 to 1966. The kit includes all parts, paint templates, and Microscale decals. The fuselage is two large castings, joined in the middle. So there is only a minimal amount of filler is used to hide this joint, the only one on the model. The legs are reinforced with cast-in brass tubing, and the cockpit canopy is also cast in brass for the ultimate in strength. Small black discs are provided for the porthole windows. Photo-etched gratings must be curved and trimmed to length for the perfect fit. The 3 legs are held in place by one screw each, making it possible to remove the legs if the model is put into storage. The base includes pre-assembled hand-railing and photo-etched metal gratings for the lighting trench. (Note: the kit does not include materials for lighting, you will have to do this on your own).

This kit is both nostalgic and futuristic at the same time.

If you want to see great pictures of the real Disney Moonliner, check out Daveland's Moonliner site.
There is some great reference on there, and some history of the Moonliner. Pretty cool !

Disney Moonliner Pictures | Designing Disney | Walt Disney's Imagineering Legends and the Genesis of the Disney Theme Park |

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Mekatank has released a new 1:48 scale 'walker' tank. The kit is resin. I cannot read all the text associated with it, but it looks cool.

The description mentions: "...This first generation of robot walker represents very well the technological advance taken by the new coalition. After a first version (Ausf. A) that won't be put in production, the model (Ausf. B) is put in service in July 1947. Intended to the recognition, this" walker" is armored sufficiently to resist the junk of the battle field until the bullets of 14.5 mm. The cannon of 20 mm in spite of its modest calibre is very efficient thanks to its fashion of semi-automatic working and to its speed of mouth of 823 m/s. An infrared sight completes the arming of the Wolf as well as a generator of smoke in order to be able to escape in case of meeting strong resistance. Its lightness and its agility allows him to pass in" all land" with easiness and its important autonomy allows him to fill its mission of recognition in depth in the device enemy"...

I like the way it is obviously modern technology, but with an almost "steampunk" type look. (I not sure how it would be powered, even in the future). It might give an ED-209 a run for it's money. If you like modeling unique subjects, this would be for you.

SCI MODEL KITS | GERMANY'S SECRET WWII WEAPONS | GERMAN FLYING SAUCERS |

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BamBam Productions has produced a resin kit of Battlestar Galactica's Poseidon. It is 15 inches long, and includes extra guns, a stand, and two extra engines for upgrading. The master was done by the famous Alfred Wong.

I never really like the new TV Show all that much, the classic Battlestar Galactica I feel was better. But if you dig the new series, this kit would be a good addition to your display case.

BATTLESTAR GALACTICA SERIES | CLASSIC CYLON | CYLON RAIDER MODEL KIT |

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Here's a really cool looking kit. The Markov Anti Gravity Racer, a resin model by ALB-LAB.

The kit was designed from an illustration by Ben Mauro. It has a little bit of everything as far as influences, from Star Wars to The Fifth Element. Painting the vehicle is wide open, but being a racer, I'm sure racing stripes and gumballs will be right at home.

The model is 1:35 scale, but still ends up a respectable 17.5 cm (about 7 inches) long. Like any good race car, it looks fast even when it's sitting still. It's not quite available yet, it's projected for November, but I recommend you get your orders in early. It looks like it will be a hit.

RESIN ANTI-GRAVITY RACER | SCIFI MODEL BOOKS |

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There are no plastic kits of the Serenity yet. A resin kit exists, and there have been a couple of scratch built ones show up at some model shows, but chances are, if you really want one, especially in a large scale, you will have to make your own.

Quantum Mechanix has produced a set of blueprints, diagrams and art work, as a complete package. Made up of 33 pages. This unbelievable pack contains thirty-three 12-inch tall x 16-inch wide, full-color, spiral-bound pages documenting the design, systems, and layout of Serenity plus the rest of the Firefly-class designs! (Serenity is a Series 3 Firefly.)

Included are pages on Serenity's Flying Mule, Inara's Shuttle, Warning Labels and signage, and four pages with all the bridge computer screens. All of this with history and technical information as well.

SERENITY FIREFLY BLUEPRINTS | SERENITY FIREFLY POSTER | FIREFLY SERIES |

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