New! 1/144 scale U-212 by Revell-Germany

Bill Nichols · Joined: 14 Mar 2001 Posts: 2657

Available from Squadron Shop:

http://www.squadron.com/ItemDetails.asp?item=rg5019

Also here:

http://www.moduni.de/product_info.php/products_id/8105019

Description: U-Boot Klasse U212 new German Sub
Can be built as a dived or surface version, Detailed hull with recessed panel lines, Detailed propeller, 4 separate rudder afts, 2 movable diving planes on fin, Rear stabilizers reproduced in wire, Display stand, Equipment on top of fin optionally up, Separate front hatch/side door, Decals and markings for 3 versions, Italian and German Navy. Model length is 39.7cm.

SKeeM · Joined: 08 Nov 2005 Posts: 45 Location: Bronx, NY

Why do they always put out sacles other than 1/350 or 1/700?

Driftwood · Joined: 04 Apr 2004 Posts: 289 Location: Western NC

Maybe because there are already quite a few models in 1/350 and 1/700 scale. Very Happy

I for one am glad they're using 1/144 scale so people like me (who have entered the realm of reading glasses) can see what they're building. Thumbs Up

Now, if they'd just continue making more in 1/144th scale!

Bill Nichols · Joined: 14 Mar 2001 Posts: 2657

Personally, I prefer 1/350 for my modern subs. I have Trumpeter's 1/144 Seawolf (SSN-21), and it's HUGE! Smile

Capn Tucker · Joined: 20 Mar 2005 Posts: 748 Location: DB56

I just got this kit, and it is very nice. A good complement to the earlier U206 and U2540 kits from Revell. I like the 1/144 scale very much. A lot more detail than 1/350, yet not as gargantuan as the 1/72 kits (although I have those too).
Of course if you're pressed for shelf space, then the smaller scales are more attractive.