Italeri News Apr 2025

1/35 M1A1 Abrams – WAR THUNDER

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3rd generation American main battle tank the M1 Abrams, is the backbone of the United States Army and United States Marine Corps armored divisions. The Abrams is characterized by its heavy armor (it is one of the heaviest combat vehicles in the world), and also its powerful multifuel turbine engine. The tank first entered service at the beginning of the 1980’s to replace the ageing M-60. It houses a sophisticated computerized fire and control system within its modern armor plated hull. The Abrams offers greater crew protection than many of its predecessors , specifically in the design of the separate and heavily protected ammunition storage area within the main body of the tank. It was initially armed with a 105 mm main gun which is to be up-dated and replaced by a more modern and powerful 120 mm smooth-bore cannon. The Abrams has been extensively and successfully deployed on operational service in several theaters of war, including recent conflicts in the Middle East and Afghanistan.  

1/48 Tornado GR.1/IDS Gulf War – WAR THUNDER

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Multirole Tornado is a twin-engine combat aircraft with a variable-sweep wing. This kind of aircraft is the result of a joint development project carried out by British, German and Italian companies. Although during its lifetime it has been used for several purposes (ground attack, electronic combat/reconnaissance, interceptor), its main role has always been to perform low-altitude penetrating strike missions. Tornado can load and use a powerful and varied set of offensive weapons. Thanks to its two powerful afterburning turbofans, the Tornado can reach the max speed of Mach 2.2. The Tornado baptism of fire took place in 1991 during the Gulf War. More in detail, the air campaign of the Gulf War, in which the Italian Tornados IDS took part, began on 17th January. The goal of the aerial bombing campaign was the suppression of military targets and infrastructures. 

1/12 Bugatti Type 35B – Targa Florio ’28 / Monaco GP ’30

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Bugatti Type 35 is among the most iconic and significant cars in the history of motorsport. A masterpiece by Ettore Bugatti, it represents an outstanding blend of engineering expertise, design, elegance, lightness, and speed. Produced during the 1920s, it achieved an extraordinary number of victories in both road and track competitions. Specifically designed for the racing world, it featured technical and mechanical solutions that made it ideal for the circuits of its era. Among its notable triumphs are the 1929 Targa Florio and the 1930 Monaco Grand Prix. From an aesthetic perspective, it was distinguished by the unmistakable horseshoe-shaped radiator grille, a signature of the Bugatti brand. Powered by an 8-cylinder 2,263 cc engine paired with a four-speed manual gearbox and equipped with a supercharger, the Bugatti Type 35 was capable of reaching a top speed of 210 km/h.

1/48 Hurricane Mk.l aces

6 RAF ACES VERSIONS: S/L Douglas R.S. Bader, S/L Robert R.S. Stanford-Tuck, S/L Michael L.Robinson, F/O W.L. Mc Knight, S/L L. John W:C: Simpson, P/O William “Cherry” Vale

The Hawker Hurricane was the most widely produced and utilized fighter aircraft of the British Royal Air Force at the beginning of World War II. The Hurricane was powered by a Rolls-Royce Merlin 12-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline engine delivering over 1,000 HP, enabling it to reach speeds exceeding 500 km/h. Its armament of eight 7.7 mm Browning machine guns provided a solid firepower capability. Although it was slower and aerodynamically more outdated than its famous counterpart, the Supermarine Spitfire, with which it shared operational duties during the Battle of Britain, the Hurricane was more robust, cost-effective, and easier to maintain and repair. Additionally, it was simpler to fly, allowing for faster pilot training, which played a crucial role in securing victory during the Battle of Britain. Renowned RAF aces such as J. Johnson, W. Vale, and R. Stanford Tuck flew the Hurricane in combat.

1/35 M24 CHAFFEE

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The M24 Chaffee tank was distributed to American Army units starting in 1944 to provide a lightweight tank on the battlefield capable of replacing the outdated M3/M5 Stuart. The M24’s configuration was significantly different from its predecessor, and its design proved to be highly effective, to the point that it is considered one of the best light tanks ever built. Agile, robust, and reliable, it was well-armed for a “Light Tank,” featuring an M6 75mm cannon with 48 rounds available. The tank’s armament was complemented by two 12.7mm Browning machine guns. It was also effectively employed in close infantry support missions and advanced reconnaissance operations. During the conflict, effective cooperation was developed between M24 units and more heavily armed armored vehicles, such as the Sherman in its various versions.

1/72 FIAT CR.42 CN “Falco” Night Fighter

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Starting from the great success of the C.R. 32 “Freccia” biplane, which proved its reliability and operational efficiency during the Spanish Civil War, Fiat developed the new C.R. 42 “Falco” at the end of the 1930s. The new single-seat biplane fighter retained the fixed landing gear and open cockpit of its predecessor but introduced several innovations, such as an entirely aluminum and steel structure covered with metal and fabric. Its air-cooled radial engine, the Fiat A.74, allowed the C.R. 42 to reach a top speed of 400 km/h. The aircraft was characterized by exceptional maneuverability, highly appreciated by pilots, but suffered from the inherent limitations of the biplane configuration, which hindered its operational performance compared to more modern and powerful monoplane fighters. A dedicated Night Fighter version was produced, featuring extended exhausts to reduce visibility to the enemy during nighttime operations.

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