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Okay, there's been a big fuss made over the
appearance of this line, mostly due to the fact that
we're finally seeing someone come out with different
molds! Then there's the price, $19.99, which is also
attractive. This line is a U.S. version of the models
distributed under the Altaya brand in Italy, some of
which are included in magazine subs overseas
Five models were introduced in the US this spring in
limited quantities. Of these, the Typhoon has
generated the most interest, as Corgi fans have been
hankering for one of these birds in 1:72 for ages!
The rumor is only 500 or so were produced, and if the
speed at which "sold out" signs are popping up is
any indication, the rumor is true. A Stuka, Raiden,
P-51, and Corsair round out the first release.
I was "fortunate" enough to get my hands on a
Typhoon, and you can see my review here. Basically,
I think the bird does not live up to its hype. In fact,
each model I've seen so far suffers from obvious
quality issues.
Still, the range of aircraft IXO has planned is truly
impressive. The second wave is in the process of
hitting stores now, and it includes:
Lockheed P-38J Lightning USA
Dewoitine D.520 FRANCE
Mitsubishi A6M5c Zero JAPAN
DeHavilland Mosquito FB Mk VI UK
Nakajima Ki-43-II Hayabusa JAPAN
Focke-Wulf Fw190-D9 GERMANY
Supermarine Spitfire Mk Vb UK
Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-10 GERMANY
Future rollouts will supposedly include a Dauntless,
Wildcat, Yak, and various Italian planes WWII buffs
have been anxiously waiting for established players
such as Corgi and Dragon to produce. Long as these
guys don't step up, IXO will have a place on
collector's shelves.
Let me know what you think of these models!
appearance of this line, mostly due to the fact that
we're finally seeing someone come out with different
molds! Then there's the price, $19.99, which is also
attractive. This line is a U.S. version of the models
distributed under the Altaya brand in Italy, some of
which are included in magazine subs overseas
Five models were introduced in the US this spring in
limited quantities. Of these, the Typhoon has
generated the most interest, as Corgi fans have been
hankering for one of these birds in 1:72 for ages!
The rumor is only 500 or so were produced, and if the
speed at which "sold out" signs are popping up is
any indication, the rumor is true. A Stuka, Raiden,
P-51, and Corsair round out the first release.
I was "fortunate" enough to get my hands on a
Typhoon, and you can see my review here. Basically,
I think the bird does not live up to its hype. In fact,
each model I've seen so far suffers from obvious
quality issues.
Still, the range of aircraft IXO has planned is truly
impressive. The second wave is in the process of
hitting stores now, and it includes:
Lockheed P-38J Lightning USA
Dewoitine D.520 FRANCE
Mitsubishi A6M5c Zero JAPAN
DeHavilland Mosquito FB Mk VI UK
Nakajima Ki-43-II Hayabusa JAPAN
Focke-Wulf Fw190-D9 GERMANY
Supermarine Spitfire Mk Vb UK
Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-10 GERMANY
Future rollouts will supposedly include a Dauntless,
Wildcat, Yak, and various Italian planes WWII buffs
have been anxiously waiting for established players
such as Corgi and Dragon to produce. Long as these
guys don't step up, IXO will have a place on
collector's shelves.
Let me know what you think of these models!
IXO Models Junior, 1:72
