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Occre 1/70 Scale Montañés Model Ship Kit – Spanish Ship-of-the-Line in 1:70

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The Occre Montañés is a large wooden model ship kit that recreates an 18th-century Spanish 74-gun ship-of-the-line at 1:70 scale. With a hull length of 1250 mm and a height of 895 mm, it is designed as a long-term project for modellers who enjoy detailed rigging, deck layouts, and historical subjects. This kit is aimed at builders who want a substantial display piece and are comfortable working with wood, metal fittings, and multi-mast rigging over many sessions. Kit overview & scale presence At 1:70 scale, the Montañés has a significant footprint: Length: 1250 mm Height: 895 mm Width: 470 mm This size allows for detailed deck layouts, gun batteries, ship’s boats, and ornate sternwork to be represented clearly. Even at a distance, the finished model reads as a fully equipped ship-of-the-line rather than a simplified representation. The kit is supplied as a wooden hull and deck structure with metal and wood fittings. It is not double-planked, so planking accu...

Siege Assault Battle Group – Legiones Astartes

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The   Siege Assault Battle Group   is a substantial boxed set designed to reinforce a Legiones Astartes force with units specialised in breaching fortified positions during the Horus Heresy. Focused on durability, heavy armour, and close-range firepower, this formation reflects the brutal, methodical nature of siege warfare during the later stages of the Age of Darkness. At the core of the set are Cataphractii Terminators, whose heavy armour and weapon loadouts make them well-suited to advancing under sustained fire. These are supported by an MkIII Breacher Squad, equipped to hold ground and push forward through contested zones, forming a solid infantry backbone. Completing the formation is a Leviathan Dreadnought, providing additional resilience and heavy battlefield presence, well aligned with siege and assault doctrines. This boxed set includes   23 plastic miniatures , forming a flexible and faction-agnostic core that can be integrated into any Legiones Astartes army....

US 40-Ton Tank Transporter “Dragon Wagon” Tamiya 1:35 Scale Plastic Model Kit

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Regular price:   £107.99 Also available with interest-free instalments. The   US 40-Ton Tank Transporter , commonly known as the   Dragon Wagon , was developed by the United States during the Second World War to address the logistical challenge of moving increasingly heavy armoured vehicles. As tank weights rose sharply in the early 1940s, conventional transport and recovery solutions proved inadequate, prompting the need for a purpose-built heavy transporter. Introduced into production in 1943, the Dragon Wagon combined an armoured tractor unit with a reinforced low-bed trailer, offering a rated load capacity of 40 tons. This configuration allowed damaged or immobilised tanks to be recovered from the battlefield and transported to repair facilities, significantly improving operational continuity. The vehicle was also used to move boats and heavy engineering equipment in support of river-crossing operations, further extending its logistical value. This 1:35 scale plastic ...

Tamiya 1/35 German 88mm Gun Flak 36/37 – one of the most famous guns of WWII, brought to life in a classic kit that still holds up brilliantly on the bench.

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Tamiya 1/35 German 88mm Gun Flak 36/37 – one of the most famous guns of WWII, brought to life in a classic kit that still holds up brilliantly on the bench. The German 88 needs little introduction for most history and modelling fans. Developed initially as an anti-aircraft gun, it became feared as a devastating anti-tank and general-purpose weapon across multiple fronts in World War II. As a modelling subject, it gives you a great mix of engineering, crew, and equipment to tell a story on a base or in a diorama. To add even more realism and interest, detail your scene with additional accessories such as fuel and water containers, storage drums, and general gear scattered around the gun position. Tamiya’s 1/35 kit of the Flak 36/37 captures that look perfectly, with the big cruciform mount, optional poses, and crew all ready for paint and weathering. It’s a great way to add some centrepiece artillery to your collection, even if you’re usually more into armour or aircraft. For those look...

Wayland Games Joins Scale & Motion as an Official Affiliate Partner

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Click the Banner Above to reach the Wayland Games Page, where you can find high-quality and reliable deals. At   Scale & Motion , the focus has always been on craftsmanship, engineering heritage, and the deeper stories behind scale modelling. From classic plastic kits to modern miniatures, this space is built for enthusiasts who value substance over noise. It is with that same mindset that we welcome   Wayland Games   as a new official affiliate partner. Wayland Games is a long-established UK retailer, widely respected within the modelling, tabletop, and hobby communities. Their catalogue spans a broad spectrum of interests — from plastic model kits and miniatures to paints, tools, and accessories — all supported by consistent availability and competitive pricing. Rather than focusing on isolated product promotion, this partnership fits naturally into the Scale & Motion philosophy:   supporting builders, collectors, and hobbyists with reliable access to the...

Sikorsky AH-60L DAP Black Hawk – 1:35 Scale Plastic Model Kit (Academy)

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The Sikorsky AH-60L DAP Black Hawk in 1:35 scale by Academy represents one of the most distinctive and purpose-driven variants of the Black Hawk family. Developed under the Direct Action Penetrator (DAP) programme, this configuration transformed the proven utility helicopter into a dedicated fire support and escort platform, blending transport heritage with attack-focused systems. This plastic model kit is engineered for builders who prioritise scale accuracy, surface fidelity, and systems realism. Fully engraved panel lines and finely rendered rivet details define the fuselage, while the cockpit, rotor head, and transmission assemblies are reproduced with a high degree of precision. The kit includes an extensive weapons suite, featuring realistic representations of the M261 19-tube rocket launcher, M229 missile launcher, AGM-114 Hellfire missiles, miniguns, and auxiliary fuel tanks, reflecting authentic DAP operational loadouts. Additional external systems such as FLIR, M1...

US 40 Ton Tank Transporter “Dragon Wagon” 1:35 Scale Model Kit by Tamiya

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The US 40 Ton Tank Transporter , widely known as the Dragon Wagon, was one of the most important heavy logistics vehicles of the Second World War. Designed to recover, transport, and redeploy heavy armoured vehicles, it played a crucial role in keeping Allied armoured forces operational across multiple theatres. Tamiya’s 1:35 scale Dragon Wagon accurately recreates this iconic military transporter, offering a large, highly detailed model that reflects both the engineering complexity and sheer presence of the original vehicle. Historical background By the early 1940s, the rapid increase in the weight and size of armoured fighting vehicles created a serious logistical challenge. Tanks such as the M4 Sherman, and later heavier designs, required specialised transport to move them efficiently to and from the front line. In 1943, the United States began production of the M25 Tank Transporter, commonly referred to as the Dragon Wagon. Built around an armoured cab and paired with a...