Academy Hobby Model Kits
- Website
- https://academyhobby.com/
- Country
- South Korea
Founded in 1969, Academy Hobby Model Kits has grown into one of the most respected names in scale modeling, known for combining quality engineering with accessible design. Based in South Korea, Academy offers a diverse selection of 1/72 scale kits that consistently deliver excellent value, sharp detail, and reliable fit.
Academy’s 1/72 range includes a strong lineup of military aircraft, armored vehicles, and naval kits—many of which stand out for their clean molding, thoughtful parts layout, and ease of assembly. Their aircraft kits, in particular, are appreciated by hobbyists for their accurate shapes and well-researched markings.
While their 1/72 figure offerings are limited, Academy plays an important role in maintaining the vitality of the scale with kits that balance affordability and detail, making them especially appealing to both beginners and seasoned builders looking for straightforward builds with quality results.
With a steady stream of new releases and improvements in tooling, Academy continues to strengthen its position in the 1/72 scale market, offering dependable kits that modelers can enjoy straight from the box or as a foundation for more advanced projects.
Academy Hobby Models – 12402 – A-10A “OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM”
Academy Hobby Models – 12528 – B-29A “ENOLA GAY & BOCKSCAR”
Academy Hobby Models – 12556 – USMC F-4J “VMFA-232 Red Devils”
Academy Hobby Models – 12520 – USMC F/A 18A+ VMFA-232 RED DEVILS
Reissued Academy Hobby Models – 12461 – A-37B
Academy Hobby Models – 12452 – TBF-1
Academy Hobby Models – 12529 – USN F-4J “VF-84 Jolly Rogers”
Academy Hobby Models – 12475 – F-117A STEALTH FIGHTER/BOMBER
Academy Hobby Models – 12565 – USN F/A-18E VFA-195 “Chippy Ho”
Academy Hobby Models – 12465 – P-40M/N
Academy Hobby Models – 12471 – F-14A
Academy Hobby Models – 12517 – USAAF B-29A “OLD BATTLER”
Academy Hobby Models – 12507 – F-35A Lightning II
Academy Hobby Models – 12564 – USN F/A-18C “VFA-192 Golden Dragons”
Academy Hobby Models – 12491 – P-47D “BUBBLE-TOP”
Academy Hobby Models – 12535 – USN F/A-18F “VFA-103 Jolly Rogers” MCP
Academy Hobby Models – 12533 – USAAF B-17E “Pacific Theater”
Academy Hobby Models – 12445 – M-23S FLOGGER-B
Academy Hobby Models – 12546 – F-86F “KOREAN WAR” LE.
Academy Hobby Models – 12444 – F-16A
Academy Hobby Models – 12464 – P-51B
Academy Hobby Models – 12463 – OV-10A
Academy Hobby Models – 12456 – P-40B
Academy Hobby Models – 12519 – ROKAF T-50 ADVANCED TRAINER
Academy Hobby Models – 12548 – USN F2H-3 VF-41 “BLACK ACES”
Academy Hobby Models – 12554 – ROKAF F-15K Slam Eagle
Academy Hobby Models – 12488 – AH-64A
Academy Hobby Models – 12560 – USN EA-18G VAQ-141 Shadow Hawks
