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Italeri 1:48 Mirage
F1C
£29.99
The Mirage F1 was built to replace the preceding & notorious supersonic delta-wing Mirage III, which, thanks to its characteristics, allowed the French aircraft industry to achieve great technological superiority in the 1960s & 70s. The fighter version of the F1 Mirage entered service with the French Air Force in late 1973, &, within a few years, replaced all of the preceding Mirage III aircraft. Over the years the F1 has evolved due to the availability of new weapons & electronic equipment, which allowed it to remain in service until only a few years ago when, at least in France, it was replaced by the Mirage 2000 series. This elegant aircraft achieved major commercial success when it was exported in order to equip the air forces of several countries including Spain, Greece, South Africa & ten other nations in the Middle East & Africa. ...
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Italeri 1:48 Spitfire
Mk. IXc ' Beer Truck'
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The Spirfire is certainly the most famous & best known fighter aircraft of World War II. Winning many dogfights of this conflict, the plane was first developed in the 1930s. It underwent a continuous evolution & improvement of its aerodynamic features as well as its engine & armament made it last with numerous airforces until after the appearance of the first jets. The Mk. IX version was first produced in large numbers at the end of 1942. Over the course of its long operational use, this fighter aircraft was used to ''transport'' beer to lift up the spirits of English troops right after the landing in Normandy in the summer of 1944. This was actually a very limited operation, though it was to have a great impact in terms of propaganda on the spirits of the soldiers. ...
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Italeri 1:72 AC 130H
' Spectre'
£39.99
The Lockheed AC-130 Spectre is an armed tactical support version of the C-130 Hercules. The AC-130 initially replaced AC-47 & AC-119 in the supporting role during the war in Vietnam. USAF used the AC-130 for close support, area interdiction & force protection. Close air support roles include supporting ground troops, escorting convoys, & flying urban operations. Air interdiction missions are conducted against planned targets & targets of opportunity, whereas force protection missions include defending air bases & other facilities. The AC-130 Gunship arrived in South Vietnam on 21 September 1967 & began combat operations that same year. After the conflict in Vietnam, the U.S. Air Force designed a new range of these aircrafts basing on the C-130 H version, equipped with far more powerful engines, with four-blade propellers & upgraded versions of the navigation & night vision. The AC-130H called '' Spectre'' were used in all the conflicts involving the U.S. Force of the last decade &, after further upgrades, they are still used in the conflict in Afghanistan. ...
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Italeri 1:72 AW 101
Merlin TTI
£16.99
The Agusta Westland AW101 is a medium/heavy-lift helicopter for military applications but also marketed for civil use. The helicopter was developed as a joint venture between Westland Helicopters in the UK & Agusta in Italy (now Agusta Westland). The aircraft is manufactured at the Agusta Westland factories in Yeovil, England & Vergiate, Italy. In spring 1977, the UK Ministry of Defence issued a requirement for an anti-submarine warfare (ASW) helicopter to replace the Royal Navy's Westland Sea Kings. Meanwhile, the Italian Navy was also seeking a replacement for its SH-3D/H, leading Agusta to discussions with Westland about the possibility of a joint development. ...
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Italeri 1:72 B 25G
Mitchell
£13.99
The North American B-25 Mitchell was probably one of the best medium bombers of World War II. The first flight of the twin-engine North American plane was done in 1939. Powered by two 1750 HP Wright R-2600 Cyclone engines, the B-25 was characterized by an extraordinary operational flexibility. It took its nickname in honor of General Billy Mitchell considered, in effect, the father & the founder of United States Air Force. From the first versions, used for the main task of medium bomber in level flight, were progressively develop & implement further variations. In particular, following the specific need for a ground attack & close support aircraft, was made the B-25G. It was equipped with a closed nose, instead of the transparent one, with two. 50 machine-guns & an heavy 75mm cannon inside which made it a real ''piece of flying artillery''. ...
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Italeri 1:48 S 2 E/F/G Tracker

The beginning of the Cold War, with the gradual evolution of naval and submarine military technology, made necessary to adopt, by the United States Navy, an aircraft able to meet the needs of long-range maritime patrol and antisubmarine warfare platform (ASW). The Grumman S-2 Tracker, which entered in service in the mid-'50s, was the operational response to this new demand. The configuration of the aircraft with two Wright R-1820 radial engines guaranteeing a range of more than 2, 000 km. This range, considering its ability to take off either from airport or from carriers, was absolutely able to satisfy its sea patrol duties. Its internal bay and the under wing pylons could also ensure the transport and use of a variety of anti-submarine and anti-ships weapons as torpedoes, naval
mines and conventional bombs. The Tracker was also a commercial success for Grumman company. It was bought by the U.S. Navy and by a lot of air forces of several countries all over the World.
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The beginning of the Cold War, with the gradual evolution of naval & submarine military technology, made necessary to adopt, by the United States Navy, an aircraft able to meet the needs of long-range maritime patrol & antisubmarine warfare platform (ASW). The Grumman S-2 Tracker, which entered in service in the mid-'50s, was the operational response to this new dem&. The configuration of the aircraft with two Wright R-1820 radial engines guaranteeing a range of more than 2, 000 km. This range, considering its ability to take off either from airport or from carriers, was absolutely able to satisfy its sea patrol duties. Its internal bay & the under wing pylons could also ensure the transport & use of a variety of anti-submarine & anti-ships weapons as torpedoes, naval mines & conventional bombs. The Tracker was also a commercial success for Grumman company. It was bought by the U.S. Navy & by a lot of air forces of several countries all over the World.

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World - A physical grouping, commonly used to describe earth and everything associated with ti
Km - Kilometre. A unit of measurement equal to 1000 metres.
Navy - A dark blue colour, also an armed forces that operates out at sea
Transport - Something that carries people or goods.

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Mail Order Express
An exciting online retailer of toys, games and puzzles, Mail Order Express features well known brands such as Fisher Price and Hasbro and children's favourites including Barbie, Bob the Builder, Disney, Fireman Sam, Sylvanian Families and Hello Kitty. Toys include action figures, vehicles, dolls, electronic pets, jigsaws, puzzles and playsets. As well as toys, they feature delightful arts and crafts sets by brands such as Hama Beads and Fashion Angels and learning and development tools, from chemistry sets to learning to write sets. A range of children's furniture is also available. The website is easy to navigate with several filters, making the quest for the perfect gift easy. With discounted products, a team of professionals offering expert customer service and a range of delivery options, Mail Order express is the simple way to buy all kinds of toys, games, crafts and accessories.
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