IPMS/USA CAN/AM Con ’26 takes place on May 9, 2026, at the Williston Armory in Williston, Vermont, hosted by IPMS/Champlain Valley. This one-day event brings together scale modelers from the U.S. and Canada for contests, displays, and vendors celebrating all genres of modeling. Get your kits, paints, and supplies ready by visiting AFVHobbyHub.com, a trusted source for everything you need at the workbench.
Between 1939 and 1945, Finland fought three distinct wars that shaped its national identity and military legacy: the Winter War, the Continuation War, and the Lapland War. Against overwhelming odds and shifting alliances, Finland defended its independence through tactical innovation, effective use of terrain, and a diverse mix of domestic, captured, and foreign military equipment. These conflicts remain a rich source of inspiration for historians and military modelers alike.
The Gulf Coast Chapter of the Armor Modeling & Preservation Society (AMPS) will host a one‑day armor modeling event on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the Santa Rosa County Auditorium in Milton, Florida. The event will feature armor model displays, demonstrations, historical discussions, and opportunities to connect with fellow AFV enthusiasts. Open to all skill levels, this gathering emphasizes craftsmanship, learning, and a shared passion for armored vehicles and preservation.
Location: 4530 Spikes Way, Milton, FL 32583
A Last, Desperate Counterattack in the Final Days of WWII
By late April 1945, Nazi Germany was collapsing on all fronts. Allied armies were racing across Western Europe, Soviet forces were tightening the noose around Berlin, and the end of the war in Europe was only days away. Yet even in these final moments, fierce battles were still being fought by formations that refused—or were ordered not—to surrender.
On April 26, 1945, one of the last major German counterattacks of World War II was underway: the Battle of Bautzen, fought in eastern Germany between advancing Soviet and Polish forces and elements of the German Army’s 4th Panzer Army.
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Learn how AMPS (Armor Modeling and Preservation Society) competition judging works, from construction and finish priorities to documentation and feedback. This quick guide explains what judges look for and how understanding AMPS rules can help armor modelers earn higher scores and improve their skills at contests and conventions.
AFV Hobby Hub has been appointed an official U.S. distributor for Master Box Ltd., enhancing access to the brand’s dynamic figure kits and diorama-focused sets. The partnership ensures improved availability, faster delivery, and greater support for hobbyists and retailers across the United States.
AMPS 2026 International Convention is a premier global gathering for armor and military scale modeling enthusiasts, hosted by the Armor Modeling and Preservation Society (AMPS). The event brings together hobbyists, artists, historians, and industry professionals for several days of model contests, hands-on workshops, expert-led seminars, vendor exhibits, and community networking—celebrating craftsmanship, historical accuracy, and innovation in the armor modeling hobby.
