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The top 50

Model kits of all time

Fifty researched picks for the model kits of all time, selected for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

How we choseEngineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation. Rankings balance consensus with lasting ownership value and current buyability.
#1

Perfect Grade Unleashed RX-78-2 Gundam

Perfect Grade Unleashed RX-78-2 Gundam by Bandai is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#2

Tamiya 1/24 Porsche 911 GT3

Tamiya 1/24 Porsche 911 GT3 by Tamiya is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#3

Airfix 1/24 Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IXc

Airfix 1/24 Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IXc by Airfix is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#4

Revell 1/96 USS Constitution

Revell 1/96 USS Constitution by Revell is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#5

Bandai Master Grade Sazabi Ver.Ka

Bandai Master Grade Sazabi Ver.Ka by Bandai is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#6

1/24 Porsche 911 GT3

1/24 Porsche 911 GT3 by Tamiya is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#7

1/24 Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IXc

1/24 Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IXc by Airfix is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#8

1/96 USS Constitution

1/96 USS Constitution by Revell is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#9

Master Grade Sazabi Ver.Ka

Master Grade Sazabi Ver.Ka by Bandai is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#10

Real Grade Nu Gundam

Real Grade Nu Gundam by Bandai is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#11

Master Grade RX-78-2 Gundam Ver.3.0

Master Grade RX-78-2 Gundam Ver.3.0 by Bandai is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#12

Perfect Grade Unicorn Gundam

Perfect Grade Unicorn Gundam by Bandai is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#13

Real Grade Hi-Nu Gundam

Real Grade Hi-Nu Gundam by Bandai is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#14

Master Grade Barbatos

Master Grade Barbatos by Bandai is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#15

Master Grade Zeta Gundam Ver.Ka

Master Grade Zeta Gundam Ver.Ka by Bandai is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#16

1/32 Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IXc

1/32 Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IXc by Tamiya is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#17

1/32 F-4U-1 Corsair

1/32 F-4U-1 Corsair by Tamiya is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#18

1/32 P-51D Mustang

1/32 P-51D Mustang by Tamiya is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#19

1/48 F-14A Tomcat

1/48 F-14A Tomcat by Tamiya is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#20

1/48 F-4B Phantom II

1/48 F-4B Phantom II by Tamiya is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#21

1/48 P-38F/G Lightning

1/48 P-38F/G Lightning by Tamiya is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#22

1/48 F-16CJ Fighting Falcon

1/48 F-16CJ Fighting Falcon by Tamiya is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#23

1/35 M4A3E8 Sherman Easy Eight

1/35 M4A3E8 Sherman Easy Eight by Tamiya is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#24

1/35 Tiger I Late Production

1/35 Tiger I Late Production by Tamiya is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#25

1/35 Panther Ausf. D

1/35 Panther Ausf. D by Meng is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#26

1/35 King Tiger Interior Set

1/35 King Tiger Interior Set by Takom is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#27

1/35 T-34/85 Plant 112

1/35 T-34/85 Plant 112 by MiniArt is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#28

1/35 M1A2 SEP Abrams

1/35 M1A2 SEP Abrams by Rye Field Model is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#29

1/350 IJN Yamato

1/350 IJN Yamato by Tamiya is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#30

1/350 USS Enterprise CVN-65

1/350 USS Enterprise CVN-65 by Tamiya is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#31

1/200 HMS Hood

1/200 HMS Hood by Trumpeter is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#32

1/200 RMS Titanic

1/200 RMS Titanic by Trumpeter is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#33

1/48 De Havilland Mosquito B Mk.IV

1/48 De Havilland Mosquito B Mk.IV by Tamiya is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#34

1/48 Avro Lancaster B Mk.I/III

1/48 Avro Lancaster B Mk.I/III by Tamiya is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#35

1/72 Avro Vulcan B.2

1/72 Avro Vulcan B.2 by Airfix is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#36

1/72 Handley Page Victor B.2

1/72 Handley Page Victor B.2 by Airfix is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#37

1/24 Hawker Typhoon Mk.IB

1/24 Hawker Typhoon Mk.IB by Airfix is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#38

1/48 P-51D Mustang

1/48 P-51D Mustang by Eduard is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#39

1/48 Spitfire Mk.IXc

1/48 Spitfire Mk.IXc by Eduard is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#40

1/48 Bf 109G-6

1/48 Bf 109G-6 by Eduard is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#41

1/48 MiG-21MF

1/48 MiG-21MF by Eduard is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#42

1/48 F/A-18E Super Hornet

1/48 F/A-18E Super Hornet by Meng is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#43

1/48 Su-27 Flanker B

1/48 Su-27 Flanker B by Great Wall Hobby is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#44

1/72 Millennium Falcon Perfect Grade

1/72 Millennium Falcon Perfect Grade by Bandai is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#45

1/72 X-Wing Starfighter

1/72 X-Wing Starfighter by Bandai is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#46

1/5000 Star Destroyer

1/5000 Star Destroyer by Bandai is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#47

1/12 Ducati 1199 Panigale S

1/12 Ducati 1199 Panigale S by Tamiya is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#48

1/12 Honda RC166 GP Racer

1/12 Honda RC166 GP Racer by Tamiya is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#49

1/12 Porsche 935 Martini

1/12 Porsche 935 Martini by Tamiya is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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#50

1/24 McLaren Senna

1/24 McLaren Senna by Tamiya is a durable model kit choice, recognized for engineering, build experience, accuracy and hobby reputation.

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Research starting points

Scalemates model kit database ↗FineScale Modeler reader favorites ↗Wirecutter Reviews ↗