B-17F BALL TURRET REPLICA
No-Credit-Check Payment Plans are available from 6 to 36 mo
The Museum version of the 1/8 ball turret replica. Click to Expand!
The 1/8th Collectors Edition. Click to Expand!
The Standalone model with a Collectors edition paint job. Click to Expand!
The Museum version of the 1/8 ball turret replica. Click to Expand!
OPTIONS FOR ALL STYLES, PREFERENCES, AND BUDGETS!
Prices Starting at $299 or $47/mo
WHAT IS THE OVERALL PROJECT?
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To recreate an entire B-17F Fuselage in 1/8 and 1/16 scales at the absolute best possible quality.
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The overall project will be released in sections, beginning with the Ball Turret Section. Additional sections will be released over time!
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Pre-Order the Ball Turret Section Now! Shipping in 2025!
IMAGE IS MEANT TO SHOW SIZE ONLY, AND IS NOT REPRESENTATIVE OF DESIGN OR FEATURES
WHAT MAKES OUR MODEL DIFFERENT?
We’re proud to announce our partnership with Hangar Thirteen, a renowned restoration museum dedicated to preserving history. They are currently undertaking the incredible project of rebuilding Lucky Thirteen, a B-17F bomber that flew in combat during WWII.
Through this collaboration, we’ve gained exclusive access to 3D scans, detailed blueprints, precise measurements, color data, and other invaluable historical resources to enhance our creations.
As a gesture of gratitude for their support, we’re donating 25% of our profits to Hangar Thirteen to aid in the restoration of the real B-17F. When you place an order, you’re directly contributing to putting this iconic aircraft back in the skies!
CHECK OUT OUR FIRST TEST PROTOTYPE!
All elements not final and are subject to change
FEATURES COMPARISON:
MODEL KIT
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Contains all available parts including cables, alternate figure, clear turret side etc.
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Unpainted and unassembled
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Video instructions will be provided
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Detailed painting instructions with Recommended paints will be included
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Decals, including 3D decals will be included
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8th Air Force Coin Included
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Standard base included
FEATURES COMPARISON:
MUSEUM COLLECTIBLE
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Beautifully hand-painted with up to 10 layers of realistic weathering! Our most premium and realistic option!
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Contains all available parts including cables, etc.
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Painted and assembled in house by our Master model maker.
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You choose which figure you want and whether you want a clear turret side or not.
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Same quality as the models that will be displayed in museums such as Hangar Thirteen and The Smithsonian!
FEATURES COMPARISON: COLLECTORS EDITION
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Painted and Assembled by our collectibles Studio
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Slightly simplified version. No visible wires or cables and the interior decals on the aluminum skin will not be present. Only one weathering pass instead of up to 10 layers of realistic weathering.
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You choose which figure you want and whether you want a clear turret side or not.
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Save big on a painted B-17F with this simplified version!
The differences between the 2 versions are: The Museum version includes wires and cables, Alclad decals on the interior skin, and more realistic weathering paint work.
The differences between the 2 versions are: The Museum version includes wires and cables, Alclad decals on the interior skin, and more realistic weathering paint work.
The differences between the 2 versions are: The Museum version includes wires and cables, Alclad decals on the interior skin, and more realistic weathering paint work.
The differences between the 2 versions are: The Museum version includes wires and cables, Alclad decals on the interior skin, and more realistic weathering paint work.
COMPARE THE COLLECTORS EDITION TO THE MUSEUM VERSION
Prices Starting at $299 or $47/mo
Ownership is easy through our Payment Options
We don't want finances to get in the way of owning the collection of your dreams! So we've put together a selection of payment options for every budget and situation! You can choose to complete your purchase in full, or you can choose from one of our payment plan options. Get up to 36 months on our painted products, or make 4 equal payments through PayPal on our Model Kits. Please note that financing through PayPal is subject to approval through PayPal.
DETAILS MATTER!
Our model brings the 1943 B-17F to life with unmatched accuracy—every detail found on the real aircraft is faithfully recreated! This level of precision has never been achieved in any model kit before. Compare it to kits from HK, Revell, Eduard, or any other maker, and you’ll see the difference for yourself. Experience a new standard in model craftsmanship!
"Once again, Ethan, Josh and the Merlin team did an excellent job with the model! Everything is packed safely in compartments, and the attention to details is incredible! Well done!"
Steve
The Ball Turret Section is now available for pre-order and is expected to ship in 2025! Up next is the highly anticipated Waist Section. You can order each section as it becomes available or save even more by pre-ordering the entire fuselage upfront. Don’t miss your chance to build something truly extraordinary!
Prices Starting at $299 or $47/mo