November 2010 Notable Toys — Hobby Goods

These sheds offer Thomas & Friends™ HO scale locomotives a place of their own after a full day’s work on the Island of Sodor. Five bays and a manually operated turntable keep engines ready for new adventures.

24-multi-part 28mm (1/48th scale) Amazon Warriors boxed set with bases. This set contains 24-multi-part hard plastic (polystyrene) models of Amazon Warriors which can be built as hoplites or bowmen (women). Various head, body and weapons combinations means this kit has an almost endless variety of poses.

The LaQ Zodiac Collection series are 53-piece kits to complete models representing the various signs of the Zodiac. By collecting all twelve of the Zodiac Collection kits, it is possible to make the model of the Greek Hero Perseus. Instructions to build the Perseus model is available at the LaQ website, Gallery Level 4.

The D-FLY XL Alloy with Gyro Helicopter, is an extra large sized remote control helicopter, approximately 1.5 feet long. It comes with LED Rockets, easy to fly, and very stable for indoor and outdoor flight. Features a Li-Po battery for longer flying time.

The Darkhawk Defender XL Helicopter, is an extra large sized military RC helicopter with 3 channels, Gyroscope and LED Lights, and with action figures. The Darkhawk Defender XL Helicopter is fabricated with high impact plastic materials. It is completely stable and can be flown indoors and outdoors. It comes with Li-Po battery for longer flying time.

The Micro X Copter E-agle Metal with Gyro and LED lights, is a mini Infrared 3 channels helicopter and it is one of our upgrade versions of the Micro X Copter. It comes in 4 assorted colors and includes a USB cable. There are 3 different infrared frequency bands available. The Micro X Copter E-agle Metal with Gyro is fabricated with high impact alloy materials. It is infrared controlled. The three frequencies makes possible to fly three Micro X Copter E-agle Metal with Gyro at the same time with no interference. The Micro X Copter E-agle Metal with Gyro is an indoors helicopter.

Harry Allen loves trucks. His immaculately restored 1964 Willys Jeep was recently featured in the New York Times, but it was his fond memories of playing in the dirt that lead him to the idea of "Pickup". The beauty of any pickup truck is its utilitarian aesthetic - four strong wheels and the capacity to haul cargo. Harry had function on his mind as he cast a toy truck and turned it into a catch-all bowl.  "Pickup" is functional art for the home.  Available now in chrome or white, coming soon in gold, neon orange, and Limited Edition blue chrome.

This is a great new assortment of authentic battery-powered steam and diesel locomotives hauling a variety of cargo and passenger cars. Kids will love the large, sturdy size of these trains as well as the realistic lights and sounds. Also included are the top ten railroading fun facts on back of packaging.
Awards: Dr. Toy 100 Best Children's Products - 2010

This new product gives boys and girls the chance to race the Ford Crown Victoria “Police Interceptor” with flashing red and blue lights and a Ford Mustang ’67 “Custom” through roads that are straight and curved.  The set comes with 2 cars, straight and curved track, 4 way junction, transformer, mechanical lap counter, 2 hand controllers, guardrails, and replacement guide keels and brushes. The race set includes a track length of 11.81 feet with a footprint of 4.66 x 2.30 feet.
Awards: Dr. Toy 100 Best Children's Products - 2010
— In a November 2011 survey, Joe Berardoni, owner of Pun's Toys in Bryn Mawr, Pa., told TDmonthly that they don't sell many hobby items. However, they do sell Kid Galaxy products year round, while "Carrera radio controlled cars and trucks" sell well during the Holidays.

Safari Ltd’s latest addition to its Fairy Fantasies® Collection is this fanciful Tea Party set, which includes a brightly colored sunflower table with a teacake and teacups, 2 colorful fairies with butterfly wings and toadstool seats. Figures not sold separately. Meticulously painted by hand, this set is phthalate and lead free and meets or exceeds all safety standards. Includes educational information in 5 languages.
Awards: Dr. Toy 100 Best Children's Products - 2010

As it streaks across the Alaskan wilderness, the McKinley Explorer treats passengers to breathtaking views of the spectacular scenery and wildlife in special vista-dome cars. Bachmann’s version features models of the train's bi-level dome dining-lounge cars. This ready-to-run train set includes an EMD GP40 diesel locomotive with operating headlight, three full-dome passenger cars (the Knik, Kenai, and Kobuk), a 63" x 45" oval of snap-fit E-Z Track, a power pack/speed controller and an illustrated instruction manual. "Our set has the newest models of the passenger cars," Bachmann Trains Communications Manager Debra Schiff told TDmonthly.

The Troublesome Trucks are needed for a hauling job and Percy is there to see the work gets done without the trucks causing too much mischief. This large scale ready-to-run electric train set comes complete with Percy the Small Engine (with moving eyes), Troublesome Truck #1, Troublesome Truck #2, a 5'4" x 4'3" oval of track, a power pack/speed controller, an illustrated instruction manual and DVD-format video instructions.

Incorporating real, reusable miniature bricks for building, this set encourages imaginative play for children interested in constructing up to three of their own designs. A safe and soluble sand and corn extract-based mortar creates a house and water mill. To build a new model, simply soak in water, dry the bricks and start again.

With over 394 pieces, this set encourages imaginative play for children interested in constructing up to three of their own building designs. A safe and soluble sand and corn-extract based mortar holds reusable bricks together. To build a new model, simply soak in water, dry the bricks and start again.

Standing 4' tall, the Eitech Eiffel Tower metal building kit lets builders re-create an impressive replica of this famous Parisian structure. The kit can be brightened with the attachable lights combo. Over hundreds of parts and tools are included in each construction set.

The C31 Mega Model Train is a sleek locomotive that features more than 2,560 parts. Step by step illustrated instructions are included for easy-to-follow directions.

Kids can channel their inner creativity with Eitech’s Solar Powered Construction Kit and build an environmental friendly model powered by sunlight. Simply place the solar panel directly under sunlight and watch as it takes off. Each kit builds up to three solar powered models. Illustrations and tools are included for easy assembly. "Solar Panels allow for eco-friendly fun!" Eitech Media and Marketing Coordinator Caitlin King told TDmonthly.

Kids can build up to three crane models with the Deluxe Motorized Crane. Each set includes over 960 pieces, a three-way cable control, three gear motors, and a ball bearing joint for ultimate control and function. Step-by-step illustrated instructions are included for easy to follow directions.

This hard plastic set features 30 1:56 scale Zulu warriors. Included are six sprues of warrior bodies and arms, totalling five unique body poses and 18 arm options, and five sprues of weapons and shields.

This box set from the Wars of Empire range provides four sprues for creating 20 multi-part 1:56 scale British soldiers suitable for the Zulu War of 1879 and other late 19th century conflicts. Possible poses include firing, loading, advancing and at-ready. Separate arms, heads, and helmets allow for maximum customization. "Being multi-part plastic means the kit is highly customizable and no two kits need to turn out the same," Wargames Factory sales director Lonnie Mullins told TDmonthly.

This model kit contains 24 multi-part and multi-pose hard plastic zombies in 1:56 scale. The figures are suitable for war gaming, collecting and painting. Assembly is required and painting is recommended. The set includes 28 unique parts per sprue for over 900 unique combinations. "There are over 900 different Zombies that can be created with this kit," Wargames Factory sales director Lonnie Mullins told TDmonthly.

The Shock Troops are the first release in the Alien Suns series. This multi-part, multi-pose hard plastic set features six full sprues, each containing 38 parts.