Model making highlights from France
French manufacturer Mach 2 has a good reputation among discerning model builders. The French company offers a wide range of models that are rather unusual compared to the big brands and otherwise hard to find. These are exclusive small series for advanced model builders. They are particularly suitable for collectors, diorama builders and aviation enthusiasts.
Mach 2 was founded in France in the 1990s and specialises in the production of plastic model kits of rare and historically interesting aircraft types. The company focuses its product range on aircraft that have not previously been released as models. Another focus is on aircraft that have played a special role in French, European or transatlantic aviation - from the Cold War to post-war civil transport aircraft.
Mach 2 kits are characterised by their high level of exclusivity. The models are produced using a short-run process, which means that only a limited number of pieces are produced, but the models are more detailed. They are aimed in particular at experienced model builders who like to refine their models and therefore attach great importance to individuality.
Thanks to their minimalist design, the kits offer plenty of scope for initiative and creativity.
The Mach 2 range focuses mainly on aviation, with most models available in 1:72 scale. This is the standard scale for aircraft models. Other manufacturers specialising in aircraft models, such as AZ Models, KP Model and RS Models - mainly in 1:72 scale. This scale allows for a high level of detail while requiring relatively little space in a display case or diorama.
The range focuses on the following themes:
Mach 2 French passion
Mach 2 was founded in France in the 1990s and specialises in the production of plastic model kits of rare and historically interesting aircraft types. The company focuses its product range on aircraft that have not previously been released as models. Another focus is on aircraft that have played a special role in French, European or transatlantic aviation - from the Cold War to post-war civil transport aircraft.
Mach 2 model kits - exclusivity through small series production
Mach 2 kits are characterised by their high level of exclusivity. The models are produced using a short-run process, which means that only a limited number of pieces are produced, but the models are more detailed. They are aimed in particular at experienced model builders who like to refine their models and therefore attach great importance to individuality.
Thanks to their minimalist design, the kits offer plenty of scope for initiative and creativity.
The Mach 2 range - aviation history off the beaten track
The Mach 2 range focuses mainly on aviation, with most models available in 1:72 scale. This is the standard scale for aircraft models. Other manufacturers specialising in aircraft models, such as AZ Models, KP Model and RS Models - mainly in 1:72 scale. This scale allows for a high level of detail while requiring relatively little space in a display case or diorama.
The range focuses on the following themes:
- Cold War: Models from the 1950s to the 1970s a time of technical upheaval in aviation.
- Post-war period & early jet era: From French military transporters to US prototypes.
- Civilian and military transport aircraft: A trademark of Mach 2 e.g. Douglas C-133 Cargomaster, Nord Noratlas or Breguet Deux-Ponts.
- Exotic & prototypes: Even little-known experimental aircraft can be found in the range.
Many models are only available as kits from Mach 2 - there are few or no alternatives from other manufacturers. As a French manufacturer, the product range includes many products with a French connection, similar to the French manufacturer
Heller.
The model kits are therefore of interest to theme builders who want to fill gaps in their collections with authentic aircraft models. The transport aircraft in particular are excellent additions to realistic scenarios for diorama builders.In a nutshell
Mach 2 model kits invite you to delve deeply into technology, history and model making. With their clear focus on rare aircraft types, the 1:72 scale and the thematic focus on the post-war period and the Cold War, they offer the perfect stage for model builders who collect aircraft from these eras or want to incorporate them into scenarios.
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