New Arrivals | Academy

The latest arrivals at the Bachmann warehouse include two new releases, and ninety six restocked items.

US Navy F-14D “VF-2 Bounty Hunters” Fighter Aircraft (AMK).
Advanced variant of the iconic Grumman F-14 series. The F-14D incorporated numerous upgrades over its predecessors, including more powerful GE F110 engines, an upgraded radar (AN/APG-71), and advanced avionics.
US Navy Fighter Squadron VF-2 operated the F-14D during critical periods, including deployments supporting the Gulf War and later in operations over Iraq and Afghanistan. The squadron was nicknamed the “Bounty Hunters” with distinctive markings adorning the aircraft.
Reissued AvantGarde Model Kit (AMK). Variable position wings & intakes, assembly options for refuelling probe, boarding ladder, and open/closed canopy. AIM-7, AIM-9 & AIM-54 missiles included. Comprehensive decal sheet.
1:48 scale plastic model kit from Academy, requires paint and glue. Product No. PKAY12370

Korean Army K808 Wheeled Armoured Vehicle.
The K808 is a modern, high-mobility 8×8 Amphibious Wheeled Armoured Vehicle developed and manufactured by Hyundai Rotem for the Republic of Korea Army (ROKA). It is officially nicknamed the “White Tiger” (Baekho).
New tooling. 5 sprues, 8 tyres, polycaps, photo-etch parts and aurora stickers. Steerable front wheels, optional front wave breaker shield. Optional .50 calibre machine gun or 40mm grenade launcher.
Choice of 3 markings plus Armed Forces Day Parade option.
1:35 scale plastic model kit from Academy, requires paint and glue. Product No. PKAY13569
