Modelling the Matilda Infantry Tank
Modelling the Matilda Infantry Tank

Author: Mark Bannerman

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2012-06-20

Total Pages: 157

ISBN-13: 1780969902

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The Matilda tank saw action in almost all theatres of World War II, from Europe to the Pacific. Born in the interwar years, and developed with numerous modifications following combat testing, the Matilda is perhaps most famous for its role in the desert campaigns of 1940-41, thus acquiring its nickname 'Queen of the Desert'. This book provides a detailed guide to modelling the Matilda tank across a variety of types, colour schemes and scales, and features excellent reference photos. Using clearly explained techniques and methods, and featuring the work of several top modellers, this step-by-step guide to building, finishing and displaying the Matilda in European, Western Desert and Australian service presents a creative and enagaging approach to modelling the 'Tilly'.

Modelling the Matilda Infantry Tank
Modelling the Matilda Infantry Tank

Author: Mark Bannerman

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2012-06-20

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13: 1782000305

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The Matilda tank saw action in almost all theatres of World War II, from Europe to the Pacific. Born in the interwar years, and developed with numerous modifications following combat testing, the Matilda is perhaps most famous for its role in the desert campaigns of 1940-41, thus acquiring its nickname 'Queen of the Desert'. This book provides a detailed guide to modelling the Matilda tank across a variety of types, colour schemes and scales, and features excellent reference photos. Using clearly explained techniques and methods, and featuring the work of several top modellers, this step-by-step guide to building, finishing and displaying the Matilda in European, Western Desert and Australian service presents a creative and enagaging approach to modelling the 'Tilly'.

Crusader and Covenanter Cruiser Tanks 1939–45
Crusader and Covenanter Cruiser Tanks 1939–45

Author: David Fletcher

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2012-05-20

Total Pages: 113

ISBN-13: 1780967381

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The Covenanter (which never saw active service) and Crusader Cruiser tanks were developed between 1939 and 1940. The Crusader first saw action in the North African desert in June 1941: its speed and sleek design made it a hard target to hit, and the tank was well-respected by the Afrikakorps for its velocity in combat. But its hurried development prior to World War II also made it prone to mechanical failure. This book examines the Covenanter and the many variants of the Crusader tank, detailing the designs, developments and disappointments of these infamous World War II tanks.

Modelling the Tiger Tank in 1/72 scale
Modelling the Tiger Tank in 1/72 scale

Author: Alex Clark

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2012-07-20

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13: 178200159X

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The Tiger tank is probably the most famous tank of World War II. Both the Tiger I and its successor, the Tiger II, were used as bases for other German vehicles. This book covers a wide range of vehicles based on the chassis of the Tiger I and II tanks in 1/72 scale. It provides a detailed guide to modelling the basic tank versions as well as the Sturmmörser Sturmtiger (Tiger I variant), Jagdtiger (Tiger II variant) and the Panzerjäger Tiger (P) Elefant tank destroyer. A variety of camouflage schemes are described in depth, and the text covers photo-etched parts, resin aftermarket sets, scratch-building, and the use of figures and groundwork.

Matilda Infantry Tank 1938–45
Matilda Infantry Tank 1938–45

Author: David Fletcher

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2012-05-20

Total Pages: 50

ISBN-13: 1780968086

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The Matilda was the principal British infantry tank in the early years of World War II. It served with the BEF in France and later in North Africa, where it earned the title 'Queen of the Desert'. Outclassed by increasingly powerful German anti-tank weapons, it still remained a power in the South-East Pacific, and was kept in service until the end of the war by Australian forces. In this title, David Fletcher deals with Marks I to V. Development and operational history are discussed, along with service in other countries, including Germany and Russia. Numerous variants are also covered, including the prototype 'Hedgehog' bunker-busting weapon.

Modelling the Marder Self-Propelled Gun
Modelling the Marder Self-Propelled Gun

Author: Samuel Dwyer

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2012-08-20

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13: 1782002618

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The term Marder (meaning weasel) was the name given to this family of open-topped tank destroyers. Combining high mobility and heavy firepower, they saw significant combat action in several theatres, This book provides a detailed guide to modelling the Marder in 1/35 scale, and offers diverse challenges to modellers of all abilities. Conversions, interior detailing, kit bashing, adding aftermarket figures and parts, creating different finishes and weathering techniques are all covered in step-by-step visual detail.

Modelling the Panzer IV in 1/72 scale
Modelling the Panzer IV in 1/72 scale

Author: Alex Clark

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2012-07-20

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13: 1782001581

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Although not as glamorous as vehicles such as the Panther and Tiger, the Panzer IV formed an extremely important part of the German armoured forces during World War II. This title provides detailed 1/72-scale build articles on a Panzer IV Ausf. H in winter camouflage, a Jagdpanzer IV, a late-version Sturmpanzer IV, a final version Sturmgeschütz IV, and a Flakpanzer IV Wirbelwind. Conversions, interior detailing, kit-bashing, adding aftermarket figures and parts, finishing and weathering, plus special scale techniques are all covered in detail. A gallery section also features Panzer IV Ausf. H, Panzer IV L/70 (V), and Panzer IV L/70 (A) variants.

Modelling the Mitsubishi A6M Zero
Modelling the Mitsubishi A6M Zero

Author: Brian Criner

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2012-08-20

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13: 1782001972

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The A6M Rei Shiki Sento Ki (meaning Type Zero fighter) was the result of an order by the Imperial Japanese Navy for a low-wing monoplane with superior speed, range, climbing powers, and manoeuvrability. It famously served as a fighter escort during the attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941, and ended the war as the kamikaze plane of choice. This book provides a detailed guide to modelling this popular aircraft across a variety of scales, and features an A6M2-N Rufe, a kamikaze A6M5c, an A6M2 model 21, and a captured A6M5b of TAIC #7, as well as a gallery and walkaround section.

Modelling the F4F Wildcat
Modelling the F4F Wildcat

Author: Mark Glidden

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2012-08-20

Total Pages: 159

ISBN-13: 1782001921

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The F4F Wildcat was an aircraft of the type of which legends are made. Without the handling performance that made the Japanese Zero so famous, it was well regarded for its ruggedness and firepower and, in the hands of a skilled pilot who understood both its strengths and weaknesses, it was capable of holding its own against the best that its opponents had to offer. This book details projects that encompass four variants of the F4 Wildcat. As they were supplied to a number of air forces during the war, including the RAF, there is a wide range of markings available to modellers which are also dealt with in detail. Covering a range of modelling abilities from a beginner's first build to an expert scratch-building extras, this book is illustrated with full-colour step-by-step photographs.