Collection: Academy

Academy is a renowned manufacturer of plastic models, recognized by modelers worldwide for years. Founded in South Korea in 1969, the company has continuously expanded its offerings, adapting them to the needs of both beginners and advanced modelers. Academy specializes in the production of injection molded models characterized by high-quality craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail.

Business profile and specialization

Academy focuses on creating models in various scales, such as 1/72, 1/48, and 1/35. Their offerings include aircraft, tanks, and ships, ensuring that every modeler will find something to their liking. Additionally, Academy offers accessories such as photo-etched parts, canopy masks, and decals, allowing you to enhance your models and highlight their details.

Product Categories

The Academy range includes a variety of product categories, including:

• Plastic models – self-assembly kits that include moldings, frames and assembly instructions.
• Photo-etched accessories – precisely made elements that allow for increased detail in models.
• Cabin masks – making painting models easier, ensuring clean lines and a precise finish.
• Decals – a variety of designs that allow you to personalize your models.
• Resin details – additions that increase the quality and realism of models.

Distinguishing features

Academy models are distinguished by their high level of detail and excellent component fit. The quality of the sprues is top-notch, which translates into ease of assembly and painting. Technological innovations, such as precise sheet metal parting lines and the ability to use valorization techniques such as washes and preshading, make these models ideal for both beginners and advanced modelers.

Product Applications

Academy products are an excellent choice for modelers who want to develop their model building and design skills. Thanks to the variety of accessories, every modeler can enrich their projects with additional details, significantly improving the quality of the final result.

Examples of popular products

The most popular Academy sets include:

• 1/72 scale F-14 Tomcat model – known from films and history, perfect for aviation enthusiasts.
• M1A2 Abrams tank in 1/35 scale – an excellent choice for military vehicle enthusiasts.
• USS Missouri ship model in 1/700 scale – for maritime history enthusiasts.
• Photo-etched accessories for models – which allow for increased detail and realism.

We invite you to explore the full range of the Academy brand, which continually provides innovative solutions for modelers at every stage of advancement.