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November 16, 2006
Category: Announcements
Northbrook, Illinois - (Business Wire) - October 31, 2006 - Revell Inc. and Innovation First, Inc. announced today a global partnership for the design, marketing and distribution of the new Vex Robotics System, a product platform based on the award-winning original design developed in 200...
August 30, 2006
Category: Announcements
It has been over 5 years since the last Creative Masters model was offered to the collector. Now in 2006 Revell is proud to announce an exciting new addition to this unique line of hand crafted models. It is the 1969 Camaro Yenko/SC 427 Coupe.
June 14, 2006
Category: Announcements
Coming off more like a Hollywood party where someone brought a camera instead of an actual movie shoot, Smokey and the Bandit was an out and out good-time hoot of a film. Starring Burt Reynolds, Sally Field, Jackie Gleason, Jerry Reed, Paul Williams and Mike Henry, and directed by ace stuntman (and ...
June 12, 2006
Category: Announcements
At the Paris Motor Show in October 1953, Porsche introduced its first car developed especially for motor racing. The 550 Spyder had a simple ladder frame chassis, aerodynamic bodywork and a four-cylinder horizontally opposed 1.5 litre engine which, from 1954, produced 110 hp. Top speed was 220 km/h ...
June 08, 2006
Category: Announcements
Summer time means that among other things, the street rods come out of their winter storage and we think you'll agree, its a great time of year. We now have four great Goodguys™ Rod & Custom Association street rod kits in stores and available online:
The 1940 Ford Street Rod (kit# 85-2894), featur...
June 07, 2006
Category: Announcements
The powerful new Viper SRT10 gains a new body style with the all-new coupe. Most of the mechanicals remain the same, however, including the 500 horsepower V-10 engine that can propel the Viper to 12 second quarter mile times and 0 to 60 mph clockings in the four second range. Scheduled release date ...
June 07, 2006
Category: Announcements
"The galleon appeared on the early morning horizon, off the port, bearing down on us from out of the blood-red sunrise. At first, we mistook her for another merchant ship, traveling home from Jamaica or the Bahamas, heavy with cargo. But no, she was moving too fast. As she approached, she dropped he...
June 01, 2006
Category: Announcements
The 1966 GTO is without question one of the most popular muscle cars ever built. For the first time in its production run, Pontiac designated the GTO as its own model and ended up selling 96,946 GTO's in 1966, the highest one year total of all GTO production years. One reason for the '66 GTO's succe...
May 15, 2006
Category: Announcements
Revell introduces Charles Lindbergh's "Spirit of St. Louis"...
April 26, 2006
Category: Announcements
The new RM Kustom Choppers. Mean, loud and low. Just as they should be. They're all 1:12 scale, so they're big, too. Over 8 inches long when completed. Each will have either a long or short style frame and fork. Plus extra parts so you can customize yours-each will have two sets of wheels, two fu...
April 26, 2006
Category: Announcements
The popular line of Revell Chevy® NASCAR® race cars have now been updated with an accurate, all-new body shell and instrument panel which now includes all the required electronics such as dual ignition boxes, etc. This 2006 version of Dale Earnhardt Jr's Monte Carlo<s...
April 26, 2006
Category: Announcements
Jimmie Johnson and the Lowes® sponsored crew is one of the most competitive teams on the NASCAR® NEXTEL® circuit. They're seemingly always up at or near the top of the point standings year in and year out. Now Revell brings you the new 2006 version of the #48 Monte Carlo™ SS™ with a new, accurat...
April 24, 2006
Category: Announcements
One of the most consistent drivers in the NASCAR® NEXTEL® Cup circuit is two-time champion Tony Stewart. Consistently a top threat to win or finish near the top at any race he's competing in. Now Revell has further refined the popular NASCAR line of race car kits with a newly...
April 21, 2006
Category: Announcements
One of the most successful drivers in NASCAR® history, Jeff Gordon is a four-time Cup Champion and holder of the record for the most all-time dollars won. In August you'll be able to head in to your local hobby retailer and pick the new 2006 version of Jeff's mighty Monte Carlo<su...
April 21, 2006
Category: Announcements
Donks are the wildest new trend on the street scene and there is absolutely no way you can miss 'em! Forget about 20 inch rims, with these monsters, you may need to put an altimeter next to the gas gauge! This new Revell kit will be released in July and will include stock wheels a...
April 21, 2006
Category: Announcements
Donks-the wildest new craze on the automotive scene. These pumped-up tricked-out rides are the ultimate in excess and extreme! All that matters here is BIGGER IS BETTER! This crazy new kit includes the outrageous large diameter rims on low profile tires along with stock wheels and tires, optional ra...
April 21, 2006
Category: Announcements
The newest addition to our popular line of metal and plastic 1:6 scale engine kits, the Chevy® Big Block 427 V-8. This engine found its way into many Chevy models during the 1960's and was one of the most feared motors on the street. With three two-barrel carbs, it cranked out 435 horsepower. Th...
April 11, 2006
Category: Announcements
News Flash, This bill has passed at the House of Representatives. Now we need your help at the Senate!
March 29, 2006
Category: Announcements
One of the most eagerly awaited new releases of the year is now available at your local retailer-the Revell of Germany VII C/41 German Submarine in 1:72 scale. This is the Atlantic version used later in the war.
Partly based on the extremely popular and award winning Type VII Submarine (Kit# 05015...
March 21, 2006
Category: Announcements
With its clean looks, V-8 power and racetrack-inspired rounded front nose, the SS™ version of the Monte Carlo™ brought legions of new fans to the mid-size Chevy®. Build yours either as a showroom stock version or add the new large diameter wheels. This release will ...
March 21, 2006
Category: Announcements
The Ferrari F430 is the new replacement model for the popular 360 Modena and features a rear mounted 4.3 liter V-8 engine developing 490 horsepower. Equipped with the F1 inspired paddle gearbox and the E-Diff electronic differential, the F430 features amazing handling not to mention 0 to 60 mph time...
March 21, 2006
Category: Announcements
For many people, the Corvette® is the ultimate car. If there can be such a thing as an ultimate Corvette, this is it. The new Z06™ version of the C6 will be equipped with a 7 liter V-8 producing something in the range of 500 horsepower. With a claimed top end of 198 mph, the Z...
March 21, 2006
Category: Announcements
The Ford 427 SOHC engine was developed in 1964 and originally intended for use in stock car racing. After being eliminated from use in the stock cars due to regulation changes, the engine found new life in drag racing circles. Featuring hemispherical combustion chambers and a single overhead camshaf...
March 21, 2006
Category: Announcements
The mighty 426 HEMI® has been one of the most feared engines in competition for over 40 years. From the first 200 MPH quarter mile run to today's sub 5 second quarter mile times, the history of drag racing and the history of the HEMI are virtually synonymous. No other engine can claim mo...
March 20, 2006
Category: Announcements
Among the many reasons why the '55, '56 and '57 Chevy® models remain so popular after a half century is the unusual Nomad® wagon. Although the Nomad name was later used on other wagons, these were the two door versions with the sloped tailgates and the upper level Bel Air<...
March 03, 2006
Category: Announcements
Check out the latest copy of Model Cars magazine (#111, January/February 2006). You won't be able to miss it, it's the one with Revell's Big "T" on the cover. There's a great (we think) five page article on the new kit loaded with photos of many of the 200 plus...
March 03, 2006
Category: Announcements
As part of the upscale Acura® in the US and elsewhere, the Integra® was based on the Civic® platform, but featured a higher level of trim. It also had a more powerful double overhead cam four cylinder engine. This stouter powerplant was part of the reason that builders of tuner type cars seek out...
February 27, 2006
Category: Announcements
The next entry in the LARGE™ lineup, the Chrysler® 300C® is one of the hottest rides around and the SRT8 version is the only way to fly. This easy-to-build simplified kit version will include an extra set of wheels along with operable scissor doors, opening hood an...
February 24, 2006
Category: Announcements
Arguably the most popular choice among street rod builders, the beautiful '32 Ford featured handsome good looks, a price that the average working man could afford and for the first time, V-8 power. Hot rod enthusiasts will find plenty of "duece" coupes as well as other classic street rods ...
February 24, 2006
Category: Announcements
A ready-to-race 1:32 scale slot car replica of Jim Hall's Chaparral 2 race car. This innovative rear-engined design was driven to victory in 7 races in 1964 and 16 more races in 1965 by Jim Hall and Hap Sharp including the '65 12 Hours of Sebring. This fully assembled slot car includes driver figure...
February 24, 2006
Category: Announcements
A great design never goes out of style and that's one of the reasons the 1940 Ford has remained a top choice with street rod enthusiasts for over 65 years. There's hardly a straight surface to be found anywhere on the body, yet the curves all complement each other. This new Goodguys street rod versi...
February 24, 2006
Category: Announcements
Never a car that commanded much respect when new, the Willys® went from shrinking violet to fire-breathing monster once the street rod builders got hold of it and added a potent V-8, giant rear tires and an eye-scorching paint job. Features: Supercharged 392 Hemi® engine, chr...
February 09, 2006
Category: Announcements
1:48 Scale Skill Level 2
The F/A-18 Hornet series of fighter aircraft has been a staple of US Navy and Marine aviation since the late 1970's. This versatile warplane can attack and destroy targets both on the ground and in the air equally well. The newer F/A-18E single seat version is a bit longer ...
January 27, 2006
Category: Announcements
Originally built in 1917 and used as a gunnery training ship during World War I, the USS Arizona, along with the Oklahoma and Nevada, were at the Pearl Harbor naval base in the Hawaiian Islands conducting exercises in 1941 when Japanese forces attacked on December 7 resulting in the loss of over 1,1...
January 27, 2006
Category: Announcements
The development of the Messerschmitt Me262 represented a major technological advancement for the German air force during World War II as it was the first jet aircraft to see combat service. Initial versions were equipped with four nose mounted 30 mm cannons. Later production had external rocket rack...
January 27, 2006
Category: Announcements
The X-15 Experimental Aircraft was developed with the specific goal of reaching between Mach 4 and Mach 10 with a pilot aboard. Covered with a special chrome-nickel alloy skin to help withstand the expected 1,200+ degree surface temperatures created while traveling at that speed, the X-15 went on it...
January 27, 2006
Category: Announcements
Another new entry in the die cast LARGE™ line is the new Cadillac® Escalade® EXT™. Available as an easy-to-build kit (85-1428) or fully assembled (86-4981), this cruiser features operable scissor doors, opening hood with engine detail, eye-scorching pain...
January 27, 2006
Category: Announcements
Take just one look at a '32 Ford High Boy roadster and you've summed up what modern hot rodding is all about. Spend some time behind the wheel of a ” deuce ” with the wind at your hair, the open sky above and a throaty V-8 under the hood and it'll all become clear. After all, real hot rods don't h...
January 27, 2006
Category: Announcements
Probably the item that has attracted the most re-issue requests over the last few years has been our '66 GTO®. Many believe the '66 model was the best looking and it's easy to see why. Our Goat will include the 389 V-8 with the tri-power package, an authentic interior with separate sid...
January 27, 2006
Category: Announcements
A popular trick used by many builders of lowrider creations in the last few years is to take the 1980's vintage Cadillac® two door and add to it the front end and trim from a later model Fleetwood™ for a unique look. For those of you that prefer building a traditional kit, thi...
January 27, 2006
Category: Announcements
The Acura® RSX® Type-S™ is light, nimble and tons of fun to drive fast. Just one of the reasons it's such a success. For those of you that have been asking us for a plastic kit version of the RSX since the Metal Body version was released, this one's for you. Includ...
January 27, 2006
Category: Announcements
1:25 Scale Skill Level 2
One of the last, and one of the fastest, of the long line of Firebird® models, this baby comes equipped with the Ram Air™ package to gulp in large quantities of the atmosphere for more horsepower. Also includes new large diameter wheels and low prof...
January 27, 2006
Category: Announcements
One of our most popular kits for years, the 1969 Camaro Z/28® is now being re-issued as part of the Motor City Muscle collection. You can expect a newly-tooled set of hot large diameter wheels on low profile tires in addition to all the stock goodies. Includes authentic 302 V-8, your cho...
January 27, 2006
Category: Announcements
The USS Enterprise was the first nuclear powered warship to be built and is also the world's largest naval vessel. Equipped with the most technologically advanced radar and weapons systems, she can carry a crew of over 5,500. Her maiden voyage was in 1962 and she saw substantial action during the Vi...
January 27, 2006
Category: Announcements
The Gato class of submarine was the state of the art in American design at the start of World War II and bore the brunt of the fighting against Japan during the war. They were fast, strong, heavily armed and well-suited to the long range patrols necessary in the Pacific. They were generally over 300...
January 27, 2006
Category: Announcements
Far and away, one of the most recognizable competitors in drag racing history, the '41 Willys® gasser of the Stone, Woods & Cook racing team was nearly unbeatable in its time. Our Revell kit will include the mighty Hemi®, photoetched grille for the body and an all-new c...
January 27, 2006
Category: Announcements
The Peterbilt 359 model was first introduced in 1967 and carries the long, wide hood synonymous with big American 18-wheelers. They remain a common sight on the nation's highways as they pull trailers and flatbeds loaded with anything and everything you can think of. Features an extended sleeper cab...
March 03, 2006
Category: Announcements
Frequently described as the "new age" equivalent to the hot rods of the 1950's and 1960's, the contemporary Civic ® boasts sharp handling, a strong engine with many aftermarket performance parts available and good looks. This new ready-to-run 1:32 scale slot car features a powerful motor, ...
January 27, 2006
Category: Announcements
The way to really do some haulin' while you're hauling. One of the hottest new vehicles on the street is the Dodge Magnum and the extra spicy version is the SRT8, with its 425 horsepower Hemi ® V-8. We'll be including that huge engine along with all the other specific SRT8 amenities in th...
January 27, 2006
Category: Announcements
The factory backed Corvette® Racing team won 10 of 11 races in 2005 clinching the GT1 class title in the American LeMans racing series, the fifth straight title for Chevy®. Piloting the #3 car was Ron Fellows, Johnny O'Connell and Max Papis and in the #4 car was Oliver Gavin,...
January 27, 2006
Category: Announcements
The Coronet was the Dodge mid-size entry in the 1967 sales wars and the optional R/T package was the hot way to go with extra trim, a strengthened suspension and a choice of potent V-8 engines. A kit we've had many requests to re-issue, this California Wheels ® edition of the '67 Coronet...
January 27, 2006
Category: Announcements
The mid-size Ford Torino was treated to a sexy all-new body for 1970, its newly rounded curves looking much slipperier than that of previous models. For all-out performance, wise buyers selected the Cobra package with the 428 V-8 and the ” shaker ” hood scoop such as what you'll find in this new Re...
