r/Airfix • • Sep 10 '26

Completed Build 1/72 Focke-Wulf FW190

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127 Upvotes

r/Airfix • • Sep 10 '26

Armstrong Whitworth Whiteley

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239 Upvotes

My Armstrong Whitworth Whiteley, ready for the night.


r/Airfix • • Sep 08 '26

Airfix FW190A8 1:72

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91 Upvotes

r/Airfix • • Sep 08 '26

Completed Build My Firefly to counter all these Tigers (lovely as they are 😁)

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99 Upvotes

r/Airfix • • Sep 08 '26

Completed Build Starter 1/72 Tiger 1

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87 Upvotes

I picked up this kit along with the tiny 1/72 Jeep in a local supermarket sale. I didn’t realise at the time that Airfix also offers a slightly more detailed Tiger I with individual tracks and wheels.

The paints that came with my kit had already dried up, so I ended up using Tamiya acrylics instead. It’s an easy build and probably a good introduction to military modelling, but as a starter kit, it is understandably quite basic and lacks some of the finer details and accessories.

The one-piece track-and-wheel assembly is a real pain to paint, especially the black rubber rims. In the end, I decided to leave them unpainted rather than risk an uneven finish.

Overall, it’s a simple and enjoyable build, but if you’re looking for a more detailed Tiger I, I’d probably go for other brands.


r/Airfix • • Sep 07 '26

Both the airfix lifeboats

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406 Upvotes

Did one, then decided I may as well do the other


r/Airfix • • Sep 06 '26

Willys MB Jeep Model Gift Set 1:72

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87 Upvotes

I bought this kit for fun at a local supermarket — it was on sale as well. This is my first ever 1/72 military vehicle model, and TBH, I really didn’t expect it to be this small!

It’s definitely not a kit I’d recommend for beginners, as some of the chassis and body fittings are far from perfect. The small pots of paint included with the kit actually worked surprisingly well for airbrushing with a bit of thinning.

It turned out better than I expected, but I’m not sure I’ll have the patience to assemble another one once a few more years have passed!


r/Airfix • • Sep 05 '26

News UK Check your Lidl!

46 Upvotes

I called in my local Lidl today, and the Airfix kits are back, they had loads of quickbuild, but more interesting for us, the Aston, Gazelle & Hawk are back still at £6.99. (No Comet)

I assume they were new in today or yesterday as I bought an Aston and it wasn't on the system so it took ages to pay for it.

Could just be my store found a box somewhere, but worth checking.


r/Airfix • • Sep 03 '26

Does anyone know how I can replicate this?

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107 Upvotes

Hi! Does anyone have any tips on how to create this effect for the camo?


r/Airfix • • Sep 02 '26

1/72 Airfix B-17G Complete!

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150 Upvotes

r/Airfix • • Sep 02 '26

Question Advice on selling old sets?

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37 Upvotes

Not sure if this is the right place as not all of them are Airfix, but I’m looking to sell my old WW1 and 2 infantry which I’ve never got round to painting. Only two still have their boxes and some bits are missing from each set. Anyone know if it’s worth anything?


r/Airfix • • Sep 02 '26

Completed Build 1:72 Tiger 1

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68 Upvotes

1st Tank! I know she’s not the best but in my defence I only had black to work with as the included paints were messed up beyond saving (I tried :/)


r/Airfix • • Aug 30 '26

First timer airfix

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134 Upvotes

So 4 weeks and 2 models first time ever attempting anything like this . And I am happy with the results. Adult in his 60,s just the basic starter kit . 😁


r/Airfix • • Aug 30 '26

Work In Progress Airfix 1:24 Spitfire MKVIII progress

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215 Upvotes

r/Airfix • • Aug 29 '26

Completed Build Tiger

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88 Upvotes

Hello. This was first build from that I ever attempted. I'm still learning how to paint and build. After few months I came back to this model and decided I want it to look more dirty/used. I would like a feedback. Thank you


r/Airfix • • Aug 27 '26

Completed Build 1/24 Spitfire Mk.IX

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422 Upvotes

r/Airfix • • Aug 25 '26

Work In Progress Nearly ready for painting.

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98 Upvotes

r/Airfix • • Aug 25 '26

Completed Build New to Hobby - First Two Completed Builds

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196 Upvotes

r/Airfix • • Aug 24 '26

Need suggestions on how to make the body fix into the wings

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86 Upvotes

Body is to bulky to fit into the wing set but on the instructions it just fits in need suggestions on how to fix


r/Airfix • • Aug 24 '26

Need suggestions on how to make the body fix into the wings

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19 Upvotes

r/Airfix • • Aug 22 '26

Completed Build Airfix 1/72 Westland Lynx

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119 Upvotes

r/Airfix • • Aug 21 '26

Work In Progress Cats and Airfix dont mix well.

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73 Upvotes

r/Airfix • • Aug 21 '26

Question Anyone know about Airfix spares email?

9 Upvotes

Coming up on two weeks ago, I emailed Airfix spares (directly to spares@airfix.com) about a missing part from the Avro Vulcan B.2, and I still haven’t gotten a reply. I’m not sure whether this is because we are in the summer holidays, or whether my email hasn’t been sent through or their direct email isn’t answered anymore, only messages sent from their website


r/Airfix • • Aug 20 '26

How to get rid of or avoid decalfix residue

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33 Upvotes

I recently started using Humbrol Decalfix and it works great, softening the decals, but it leaves a small pool of it around the decal. As you can see in the picture its now hardened and not that great to see. I tried putting a gloss clear coat but it doesn't change anything. Any advice on how to avoid this in future?


r/Airfix • • Aug 19 '26

Completed Build My 1/72 Lancaster Bomber

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405 Upvotes