Academy Hobby

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Overview

Academy Hobby is a South Korean manufacturer of plastic model kits, specializing in scale models for armor, aircraft, ships, and vehicles. It occupies a position in the scale modeling market with kits sold through international retailers like Andy's Hobby Headquarters. The brand is noted for producing detailed 1/35 scale military vehicle models, including subjects like the Merkava IV and T-34/85.

History

Academy Plastic Model is owned by Kim Myoungkwan and operates from Uijeongbu-si, South Korea. Specific founding date and founder details beyond current ownership are unavailable. The company has established presence in the scale modeling community, with kits featured in enthusiast builds and reviews.

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
1/35 Armor Kits	Military vehicle scale models	$20 - $60
1/72 Aircraft Kits	Aircraft scale models	$15 - $40
1/350 Ship Kits	Naval vessel scale models	$30 - $80
1/48 Aircraft Kits	Detailed fighter scale models	$40 - $70

Manufacturing

Products are manufactured in South Korea at the company's facility in Yonghyeon-dong, Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-do. Operations appear in-house based on the provided address.

Notable Products

1/35 Merkava IV - Israeli main battle tank kit with detailed tracks and turret.
1/35 T-34/85 with Bed Spring Armor - Soviet tank kit featuring added armor modifications.
Robocar Poli Educational Kits - Kids' toy and educational plastic model kits.
Airsoft Gun Kits - Toy airsoft gun models tied to character series.

Reputation

Enthusiasts perceive Academy kits as offering good quality and detail for the price, commonly used in build videos by modelers like Andy's Hobby Headquarters. Professionals and hobbyists appreciate the practicality for armor modeling. Some note it as a reliable mid-tier option without standout innovations.

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