Italeri News Dec 2025

1/48 F-35 A Lightning II

100% NEW MOULDS – SUPER DECALS SHEET FOR 8 VERSIONS – PHOTO-ETCHED FRET – CANOPY AND WEELS COLOR MASKING – CONTAINS U.S. VERSION ”BEAST MODE” LOADOUT – COLOR INSTRUCTION SHEET

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The JSF (Joint Strike Fighter) program was established to develop a new fifth-generation all-weather multirole combat aircraft able to replace the United States and NATO strike-fighters. The aerospace industry team led by Lockheed Martin created the single-seat, single-engine, F-35 Lightning II. It utilises stealth technology and is characterized by its trapezoidal wings plus the incorporation of the most advanced hi-tech materials and avionic systems.  Designed in several different configurations, its role is to provide air superiority, close air support and engage in ground attack missions. The F-35A is the conventional takeoff and landing variant, the F-35B is the short takeoff and vertical landing variant and the F-35C, with foldable-wings,  has been developed to be used from deck carriers. Due to its operational flexibility, the advanced on-board technology and the impressive project innovation, the fighter has been favourably received and deployed by many countries’ air forces.

1/24 Lamborghini Gallardo
The Lamborghini Gallardo was one of the most iconic and commercially successful cars produced by the Sant’Agata Bolognese manufacturer. Introduced to the market in 2003, it undoubtedly became a benchmark for the design and style of sports cars of its era, created by Giorgetto Giugiaro’s Italdesign. Equipped with a 5.0-liter V10 engine capable of delivering over 500 hp—later upgraded with increased displacement to 520 hp—the Lamborghini Gallardo offered top-level performance within its segment. Its performance was “best in class” for top speed (over 300 km/h), acceleration, and handling. More than 14,000 units were produced, a significant number for this type of car, and it was offered in numerous versions and customizations.

1/72 Sd. Kfz. 232 6 Rad.

NEW DECALS FOR 4 VERSIONS – COLOR INSTRUCTION SHEET

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The heavy armored car Sd. Kfz. 232 (Schwere Panzerspähwagen 232) was deployed by Wehrmacht units in the mid-thirties. The effective management of reconnaissance and radio communications between units was an essential feature of rapidly moving military operations known as “blitzkrieg”. The armored car Sd.Kfz. 232 was a key component in meeting this need. The mobility of the six-wheeled vehicle, both on and off-road, was complemented by enhanced radio communications equipment which was equally effective over both short and long range. The armored car was fitted with a voluminous antenna frame which was then later replaced with a vertical antenna that ensured effective battlefield communications between commanders and troops. The turret armament provided sufficient firepower for both vehicle defense and on advanced reconnaissance missions.

1/72 F6F-3/5 Hellcat

SUPER DECALS SHEET FOR 6 VERSIONS – COLOR INSTRUCTION SHEET

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The U.S. Navy carrier-based fighter Grumman F6F-3 Hellcat was introduced in 1943 to replace the older Grumman F4F Wildcat and remained in service until the end of World War II, becoming a key player in the Pacific War. Designed to effectively counter the Japanese Zero, it was equipped with the powerful 2,000-horsepower Pratt & Whitney R-2800 engine, which provided high speed and excellent flight performance. Armed with six 12.7 mm Browning machine guns mounted in the wings, in the hands of trained pilots it proved extremely effective both in air superiority missions to defend the fleet and in close support and ground attack missions. The impressive kill-to-loss ratio demonstrated the operational efficiency of the “Hellcat” design.

1/72 Austrian Infantry 1798 – 1805

On June 14th, 1800, Napoleon, recently appointed first consul, clashed in Marengo against the 31.000 strong army of the Austrian general Baron Melas. The French victory was obtained thanks to the sacrifice of general Desaix and dramatically affected the political scenario of Napoleonic Europe.The Austrian Infantry in this kit is shown with the typical, short leather cap, with the brass front plate bearing the imperial eagle. Some soldiers are represented with the 1798 helmet, bearing Francis II’s initials, as it was customary for Frei-Corps or Jager light infantry battalions.

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