Newsletter 653: Even better!February 27^th, 2025

Decal sheet that will allow you to reproduce the Peugeot 205 GTI Group A car, with number #21, that took part in the 1988 Monte Carlo Rally driven by Jean Pierre Ballet. With the little 205, and with Marie-Christine Lallement as co-driver, he achieved nothing less than third place in the final, only behind the official Lancia Delta 4WDs. The decal, printed by Cartograf, has been developed based on Heller's kit of the Peugeot 205 GTI. Decalcas plans to release some more parts that will allow this version to be made, such as the Speedline rims.

Decal sheet that will allow you to reproduce the Peugeot 205 GTI Group A car, with number #111, that took part in the 1988 Lombard RAC Rally in England driven by none other than the Scot Colin McRae. The decal, printed by Cartograf, has been developed based on Heller's kit of the Peugeot 205 GTI.

At the 1970 Le Mans 24 Hours, David Piper, partnered by Gijs van Lennep, entered the race in a striking Porsche 917K maintained by the Finnish team Antii Aarnio-Wihuri (AAW Racing). The car failed to reach the finish line, after suffering an accident and a series of damages due to a puncture, but its livery left no one indifferent. This decal sheet, printed by Cartograf, will allow you to reproduce this version.

Set of 476 hex head bolts with stamped flange and drill for safety cable, such as those used in the assembly of mechanical parts and components, with diameters of 0.7mm (95 pcs), 0.8mm (95 pcs), 0.9mm (95 pcs), 1.0mm (95 pcs) and 1.2mm (96 pcs), with which to detail any part where this type of bolts are found in your models. With the usual quality of Decalcas products, and the convenience of not needing to use a primer, avoiding the loss of detail of the parts, you will only have to paint and assemble the parts on your scale model.

Set of 240 hexagonal head bolts with stamped flange and drilled for safety wire like those used in the assembly of a multitude of parts in practically all types of vehicles, with diameters of 1.5mm, 1.75mm, 2mm, 2.25mm and 2.5mm (48 units of each of the different measurements), with which to detail any part where this type of screws is found. With the usual quality of Decalcas products, and the convenience of not needing to use a primer, avoiding the loss of detail of the parts, you will only have to paint and assemble the parts on your scale model.

The new Bike CubiJig is an advanced modular tool for experienced modellers, designed to be used throughout the entire assembly process of your 1/12 scale motorcycles.

Upgrade set for the Nunu Porsche 911 991 GT3 RSR that includes the complete rear diffuser and exhaust pipes, made using 3D printing and reproduced down to the last detail. These parts directly replace the unrealistic parts of the original kit. The new parts made by Decalcas faithfully reproduce those mounted on the Porsche 911 GT3 winner of the LMGTE Pro category at Le Mans. For example, the exhaust includes details such as the relief of the heat shields that surround the exhaust pipes, the supports that anchor it to the chassis, the clamps that join the different sections... And what can we say about the rear diffuser. No matter how you look at it, it reproduces every last detail of the one used in the Le Mans unit, including the fixing clips for each of the diffuser fins. Without a doubt, this set is absolutely essential for modelers who like to give maximum realism to their models.

Set of 240 light weight hexagonal head bolts with stamped flange like those used in the assembly of a multitude of parts in practically all types of vehicles, with diameters of 1.5mm, 1.75mm, 2mm, 2.25mm and 2.5mm (48 units of each of the different measurements), with which to detail any part where this type of screws is found. With the usual quality of Decalcas products, and the convenience of not needing to use a primer, avoiding the loss of detail of the parts, you will only have to paint and assemble the parts on your scale model.

After seeing the Lotus Ford Cosworth 72D reproduced in almost all scales, we were missing the 1/43 option. But now, it's finally going to be possible! Tameo Kits has just announced its development within its special series of Formula 1 World Champions... and the 1972 champion couldn't be missing from its catalogue.

We don't know who would think of modifying their Ferrari F40... but if Liberty Walk is involved, it's possible. This kit, made of exquisite resin and with an extensive set of photo-etched parts for its detailing, also allows you to choose between up to six possible decorations that recall some of the most famous F40 racing models, such as the Pilot version from Le Mans or the Shell used in the Italian GT Championship, as well as others with Japanese motifs and one based on the colours of Gulf. A little madness for F40 owners, which will surely look great in our display cases.

Lexus, Toyota's luxury brand, has a high-end coupe in its range, the Lexus LC500. Manufactured almost by hand in the Japanese Motomachi plant, the conventional version is fitted with an incredible 5.0-litre V8 petrol engine with a power of 464 hp, and as a curious fact, it uses the world's first 10-speed automatic transmission mounted in a passenger car to transmit power to its rear wheels. With this kit we will not be able to hear the roar of its engine or travel comfortably at 270 km/h, but we will be able to enjoy excellent quality resin, an extensive sheet of photo-etched parts to reproduce even the smallest detail, or a decal sheet that will allow us to choose between several interior finish colours, which is also helped by the fabric for the seat belts in three different colours. You can even choose between two wheel designs to mount. Spectacular!

The Mercedes Benz Actros MP4 is dressed for racing in this new reference, with a special edition called Grand Prix, which includes a new decal sheet with Papaya orange stripes, similar to those used by a famous racing team that uses Mercedes engines. Do you already know which team we are talking about?

New Nunu reference of the BMW 320i e46, one of the dominant cars of the second golden era of the World Touring Car Championship, with several official brands and close battles between its drivers. A very complete kit, with a great detail of the interior, beautiful rims, and with one of the most iconic BMW decorations, x-raying the mechanical parts of the car to promote the official spare parts of the brand. The reproduced unit was the great dominator of the race held in France on the Magny Cours circuit, with Jörg Muller achieving pole position, the two fastest laps and victory in the two races held.

Thanks to the collaboration with BBR, Arena Modelli is launching a series to reproduce different versions of the Ferrari 512 BB LM with a long tail. These kits, made of resin at a scale of 1/43, present some modifications with respect to the kits from which they are derived, with additional details both in the cockpit and, above all, in the engine area. The number of photo-etched parts has also been increased. This reference allows the production of the unit with chassis number #35525, which participated in the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1981, where it obtained a superb ninth position in the general classification. This kit mounts beautiful BBS rims with air vents for the extraction of hot air from the brakes.

Thanks to the collaboration with BBR, Arena Modelli is launching a series to reproduce different versions of the Ferrari 512 BB LM with a long tail. These kits, made of resin at a scale of 1/43, present some modifications with respect to the kits from which they are derived, with additional details both in the cockpit and, above all, in the engine area. The number of photo-etched parts has also been increased. This reference allows the production of the unit with chassis number #31589, which has the honour of being the one that obtained the best result of all the participations of the 512BB LM at Le Mans, nothing less than the fifth position and first among the vehicles of the GTX category in the 24 Hours of 1981.

Thanks to the collaboration with BBR, Arena Modelli is launching a series to reproduce different versions of the Ferrari 512 BB LM with a long tail. These kits, made of resin at a scale of 1/43, present some modifications with respect to the kits from which they are derived, with additional details both in the cockpit and, above all, in the engine area. The number of photo-etched parts has also been increased. This reference allows the unit with chassis number #35523 to be made. This unit, which participated in the 1981 edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, is one of the few white Ferraris in competition, and is also characterized by the presence of two small NACA air intakes on both sides of the front bumper.

Thanks to the collaboration with BBR, Arena Modelli is launching a series to reproduce different versions of the Ferrari 512 BB LM with a long tail. These kits, made of resin at a scale of 1/43, present some modifications with respect to the kits from which they are derived, with additional details both in the cockpit and, above all, in the engine area. The number of photo-etched parts has also been increased. This reference allows the production of the unit with chassis number #35527. This unit participated in the 1981 edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans entered by the NART (North American Racing Team), where it had to retire after suffering an accident.

Thanks to the collaboration with BBR, Arena Modelli is launching a series to reproduce different versions of the Ferrari 512 BB LM with a long tail. These kits, made of resin at a scale of 1/43, present some modifications with respect to the kits from which they are derived, with additional details both in the cockpit and, above all, in the engine area. The number of photo-etched parts has also been increased. This reference allows the production of the unit with chassis number #41263, belonging to the Charles Pozzi team, which raced in the 1982 24 Hours of Le Mans. The team failed to finish the race due to engine problems.

Thanks to the collaboration with BBR, Arena Modelli is launching a series to reproduce different versions of the Ferrari 512 BB LM with a long tail. These kits, made of resin at a scale of 1/43, present some modifications with respect to the kits from which they are derived, with additional details both in the cockpit and, above all, in the engine area. The number of photo-etched parts has also been increased. This reference allows the production of the unit with chassis number #35527, one of the two units belonging to the NART (North American Racing Team) team that participated in the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1982. The team managed to finish the race in ninth position.

Thanks to the collaboration with BBR, Arena Modelli is launching a series to reproduce different versions of the Ferrari 512 BB LM with a long tail. These kits, made of resin at a scale of 1/43, present some modifications with respect to the kits from which they are derived, with additional details both in the cockpit and, above all, in the engine area. The number of photo-etched parts has also been increased. This reference allows the production of the unit with chassis number #30559, the second of the units belonging to the NART (North American Racing Team) team that participated in the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1982. Unlike the other unit, the number #73 did not manage to reach the finish line after running out of fuel.

Metallic blue tone formulated by Zero Paints similar to the one used in the AC Shelby Cobra. This reference is in 30ml format.

Complete set of different parts to detail the Meng Models BMW HP4 Race model, all of them 3D printed. The set contains a complete chain, with the sprocket and crown printed as separate parts, different screws, including spare parts, for elements such as the rear sprocket, the front fork adjustment or for the rear shock adjustment, textured levers, brackets for the brake and gear levers, hose clamps for some of the cooling pipes, ball joints for mounting the steering damper, plus rod and metal cables. There is no excuse to improve your kit now!

Exactly what your Revell BMW M1 needed, four great rims with top quality photo-etched parts, right? The rims and central nuts are made of turned aluminum, and the rest of the pieces, including the rim cores, are photo-etched. Tires are not included.

This livery, used by the GruppeM Racing team at the recent 2025 Bathurst 12 Hours, has not left anyone indifferent, with a format reminiscent of the old "test card". Starting from third position, he was unable to finish the race after an accident on lap 170. This decal sheet is designed to be used with the Tamiya kit, and in combination with the transkit for the Evo version developed by LB Production.

Decal sheet with all the sponsors used during the season on the Ferrari F310B, including the tobacco sponsor logos. The perfect opportunity to complete your model with the missing logos, or refresh the old decals on your Tamiya kit.

One of the most used metallic shades, now finally also available in 30ml format, the dark aluminium shade from Zero Paints is ready to be applied directly with your airbrush.

Steel is one of the most commonly used metallic tones when painting mechanical parts. This color is now available in 30ml format within the Zero Paints metallic tone range, ready to be applied directly with your airbrush.

Gold is one of the most commonly used metallic tones when painting mechanical parts. This color is now available in 30ml format within the Zero Paints range of metallic tones, ready and prepared to be applied directly with your airbrush.

Aluminium is one of the most commonly used metallic tones when painting mechanical parts, and within them, we can even find several shades. Now, the light shade of aluminium is available in 30ml format within the Zero Paints range of metallic tones, ready and prepared to be applied directly with your airbrush.

Complete decal sheet that will allow you to correctly reproduce, using the Tamiya kit of the Renault R5 Turbo as a base, any of the units that Jean Ragnotti used to participate in the Monte-Carlo Rally, where he won, and the RAC of England, where he got fifth position, both in the 1981 season. Unlike what happens with the Tamiya kit, the decal section for the Monte-Carlo version does include the rally plates or the decal with the starting town, Paris, which must be duplicated on the roof of the car. In addition, the set includes as resin pieces a new steering wheel and a pair of exterior rear-view mirrors that are more in line with the real ones.

Arena Modelli is launching a new series that allows the reproduction of some of the legendary versions of the Lancia Delta Group A, both in its 16V version and in its latest evolution, the Super Delta HF Integrale. The particularity of this series is that the kit is prepared as an "all open" model, so that the front bonnet can be opened, revealing all the mechanics, the rear hatch, behind which the fuel tank was mounted, and the front doors on both sides, leaving a large part of the interior visible. This reference allows the assembly of the official Martini team version with which Andrea Aghini and Sauro Farnocchia achieved victory in the 1992 Sanremo Rally, which was also the last victory of the Lancia Delta in the World Rally Championship.

Arena Modelli is launching a new series that allows the reproduction of some of the legendary versions of the Lancia Delta Group A, both in its 16V version and in its latest evolution, the Super Delta HF Integrale. The particularity of this series is that the kit is prepared as an "all open" model, so that the front bonnet can be opened, revealing all the mechanics, the rear hatch, behind which the fuel tank was mounted, and the front doors on both sides, leaving a large part of the interior visible. This reference allows the Grifone team version to be assembled, with its recognisable black and gold colours of its sponsor, Esso, with which Piero Longhi and Maurizio Imerito won the 1992 Rally della Lana.

Arena Modelli is launching a new series that allows the reproduction of some of the legendary versions of the Lancia Delta Group A, both in its 16V version and in its latest evolution, the Super Delta HF Integrale. The particularity of this series is that the kit is prepared as an "all open" model, so that the front bonnet can be opened, revealing all the mechanics, the rear hatch, behind which the fuel tank was mounted, and the front doors on both sides, leaving a large part of the interior visible. This reference allows the assembly of the version of the Delta Integrale 16V of the official Martini Lancia team with which Didier Auriol, accompanied by Bernard Occelli, achieved victory in the 1990 Monte-Carlo Automobile Rally.

Arena Modelli is launching a new series that allows the reproduction of some of the legendary versions of the Lancia Delta Group A, both in its 16V version and in its latest evolution, the Super Delta HF Integrale. The particularity of this series is that the kit is prepared as an "all open" model, so that the front bonnet can be opened, revealing all the mechanics, the rear hatch, behind which the fuel tank was mounted, and the front doors on both sides, leaving a large part of the interior visible. This reference allows the assembly of the famous red version with which the official Martini Lancia team made its debut with the Delta Integrale 16V at the 1989 San Remo Rally, where driven by Miki Biasion, accompanied on his right by Tiziano Siviero, they achieved victory after an impressive comeback.

Set of two side plates used as a base for mounting racing seats. This variant features a lightweight plate design, having a length of 15.2 mm.

Ultra-thin adhesive material 0.01 mm thick, which adapts perfectly to the contours of the surfaces on which it is applied. It can be used to cover small surfaces, such as car window frames. It can also be used as a mask when painting surfaces, thanks to its ability to adapt to the surfaces on which it is placed. Two sheets of 100 x 148 mm each are included. The surface of the material is satin.

Set of resin parts and decals to transform the Tamiya Nissan Skyline GTR into the car used driven by Brian O'Conner in "2 Fast 2 Furious".

Catalog of Italeri products and novelties for year 2025.

The Ferrari SF90XX Stradale is a beast with over 1.000 hp, but it is also the first Ferrari model in its XX track programme to be approved for use on public roads. In addition to some mechanical improvements, it differs from the "conventional" SF90 in some aerodynamic improvements, such as a more aggressive front end with larger air intakes, a bonnet with two S-Duct ducts that channel air towards the central section of the underbody of the car and, above all, a notably transformed rear end with an elaborate diffuser and an aggressive fixed rear wing with two different configurations, being able to choose between LD (Low Drag) or HD (High Downforce). We probably won't be able to have a real one, but we can have a scale one thanks to this high-quality resin kit, which faithfully reproduces in great detail all the changes that Ferrari has introduced to the SF90 to create the SF90XX Stradale version. If we add to this an extensive sheet of photo-etched parts and a complete sheet of decals, we have a kit that will make us enjoy its assembly, and we will be able to enjoy this authentic marvel of technology in our showcase. Have you already decided on the colour?