Italeri
Italeri is a renowned Italian model brand, specialized in the production of scale plastic model kits. Founded in 1962 in Bologna (Italy) by Giuliano Malservisi and Gian Pietro Parmeggiani, the company was born from its founders’ passion for aviation and military vehicles. From its early days (originally known as Italstamp and later Italaerei), Italeri has established itself as a global benchmark in the world of static modeling. Its decades of experience (over 50 years) are reflected in the historical accuracy and quality of its kits.
History of the Italeri brand
The story of Italeri began in the 1960s in Bologna. In the early ’60s, its founders aimed to produce aircraft and vehicle models with greater accuracy than those available at the time. In 1962, they released their first kit (a Fiat G.55 fighter) under the name Italstamp, shortly after rebranded as Italaerei. By the end of the decade, the company adopted the name Italeri, as it was shorter and easier to pronounce. Since then, Italeri has remained committed to excellence in scale modeling, continuously expanding its catalog to meet market demands.
Italeri model kit range
Italeri offers a wide variety of model kit categories for hobbyists. Among the most popular are:
- Aircraft: fighters, bombers, and historical planes in various scales.
- Helicopters: both military and civilian models.
- Military vehicles: tanks, armored vehicles, and historical transports.
- Naval ships: warships and classic vessels.
- Cars and trucks: historical and modern vehicles in scale.
- Motorcycles: classic models (such as the Vespa) and racing bikes.
- Figures and accessories: Italeri also offers scale figures and diorama accessories (terrains, weapons, and extras).
This variety allows hobbyists to find Italeri kits suited to recreating scenes from different historical periods and themes. Additionally, Italeri has integrated molds from other model brands (such as Protar and ESCI), further enriching its catalog with exclusive kits.
Italeri model kit quality and detail
Italeri kits are highly appreciated by modelers for their high level of detail and historical accuracy. Thanks to decades of expertise, every Italeri model features well-fitting parts and precise finishes, making assembly and painting easier. The brand is known for its strict quality control, offering clear instructions and realistic textures that enhance the modeler’s work. In short, Italeri combines history and technology to deliver inspiring, professionally finished model kits, making it a favorite choice in the static modeling community.