Plastic Model Kits

Building plastic model kits is not just about assembling parts—it’s a fulfilling hobby that enhances your creativity, focus, and attention to detail. With moving parts and realistic features, these kits offer a deeper, interactive building experience. Whether you're constructing a Gundam model kit, a military model kit, or a model car kit, each build is a rewarding challenge that brings your models to life. Show more

At 1001Hobbies, we believe that building plastic model kits should be easy, fun, and rewarding for everyone. No matter if you are a beginner or an experienced builder, you will find the right kit for you. It will match your skill level, interests, and pace.

We offer a wide variety of plastic model kits for adults, teens, and young hobbyists. From simple snap-fit kits to complex model kits, each product aims to provide a fun and creative experience.

Find the model kit that’s right for you

Not sure where to start? No problem! Our collection is easy to browse by category, brand, or difficulty level.

Looking for a simple first project? Explore our easy model kits for beginners, which require no glue or paint. Prefer something more advanced? Our scale model kits for adults include detailed parts, moving mechanisms, and realistic designs that offer a real challenge.

We make it simple to choose the model kit that suits you best.

Explore our most popular categories

At 1001Hobbies, there’s something for every builder. Here’s a glimpse of our most visited categories:

Model car kits: Build classic cars, modern sports vehicles, or racing icons. Perfect for fans of engines and sleek designs.
Military model kits: Tanks, helicopters, submarines, and more. These kits let you recreate key vehicles from history with impressive realism.
Model airplane kits: From WWII fighters, modern jets to commercial jets, these kits bring the beauty of flight to your desktop.
Sci-fi and Fantasy model kits: Build starships, alien vehicles, and futuristic weapons from your favourite franchises.
Gunpla – Gundam model kits: If you love Japanese mecha, these kits are for you. They snap together easily and are very detailed. You can pose them and have fun collecting them.

Each category offers a full range of skill levels, from beginner to expert. Whether you're looking for fast assembly or long-term construction, you’ll find the right kit here.

Plastic model kits from the best brands

We stock model kits from trusted brands known for quality and detail and more than 2,900 other manufacturers. You’ll find sets from:

Tamiya – Famous for precision and military kits.
Revell – Great for cars, aircraft, and classic vehicles.
Airfix – Known for British aircraft and historical models.
Bandai – Specialists in Gunpla and anime-related kits.

These manufacturers are leaders in the hobby world. You can count on them for well-designed parts, clear instructions, and durable results.

Go further with model accessories

Model building is more than just putting pieces together. To make your creation shine, we offer a full range of scale model accessories. Find everything from:

These accessories help you personalize your model and bring it to life with extra realism. Whether you’re painting a cockpit or applying rust effects on a tank, we have the tools you need.

Why build model kits?

Building model kits is more than a hobby. It’s a creative and relaxing way to spend your time. It boosts focus, develops fine motor skills, and improves problem-solving. It’s also a great way to explore history, mechanics, and design.

Plus, finishing a model feels great. You can proudly display your work or even give it as a gift.

Why choose 1001Hobbies?

We make your experience smooth from start to finish. Here’s what sets us apart:

Fast and secure shipping across the US and worldwide
Great prices on top-quality kits and accessories
Friendly support from real modelling experts
New arrivals every week in all major categories

You can also browse our growing library of guides and product tips to help you get started or level up your skills.

Ready to build something amazing? Explore our full range of plastic model kits online. Whether you're into cars, planes, tanks, or robots, 1001Hobbies has the perfect kit for you.

Take your time. Choose your kit. Build your passion.

Plastic Model Kits

Model kits for beginners

Gunpla

Model Airplane Kits

Military model kits

Model Car Kits

Motorcycle models

Model truck kits

Ship model kits

Figures and small scale soldiers

Wood and metal model kits

Sci-Fi & Space model kits

Dioramas - accessories and materials

Models by scale

Construction kits

Other scale models

Showcases

Books

Scale models special offers

Pre-orders scale models

New arrivals

Best sales models

Plastic Model Kits for everyone: Build, create and enjoy