Heller Model Kits, founded in 1957 by the French company Heller S.A., quickly became a prominent name in the model kit industry. Initially focused on producing wooden models, Heller transitioned to plastic kits in the 1960s, gaining recognition for their innovative designs and high-quality craftsmanship.
One of their most notable early releases was the 1/72 Scale Lockheed Constellation, which showcased Heller's commitment to detail and accuracy. Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Heller expanded its lineup to include a diverse range of subjects, such as military vehicles, ships, and aircraft, with popular models like the 1/400 Scale French Aircraft Carrier Charles de Gaulle and the 1/35 Scale Renault R35 Tank.
In the 1990s, Heller faced financial challenges but continued to produce kits that appealed to both novice and experienced builders. Today, Heller remains a respected name in the modeling community, celebrated for its rich history and dedication to quality.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
$29
Heller 'Black Box' issue that features 52 pieces, fine raised & some recessed details, good cockpit, parts to build A or C variant and more. Includes decals for both aircraft from Flygflottilj 17 or Flygflottilj 11. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$79
The model is the only 1/72 kit of the famous 'Stretch Connie' and comes with colorful full TWA Decals. Well detailed and molded. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$75
Nicely molded and detailed kit voer 90 parts. Includes Pan Am decals for the Clipper 'Monarch of the Skies.' The kit has never been started. The parts that were factory sealed are still in the sealed bags. The white plastic parts (the big parts tree) was never factory sealed and has been inventoried complete including decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG
$22
Still factory sealed but the seal has drawn the box top very concave. 1970s Heller issue with 'Black Box' design that has black background on the box top and all 4 sides. Includes markings for the two aircraft listed.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$36
1970s Heller issue with the 'Black Box' design. Very nicely molded with recessed control surfaces, fine raised panel lines, good cockpit, full cabin interior and more. Includes markings for the two aircraft listed. Never started and the parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$79
Heller USA (Buzco) issue of this Classic French airliner from the golden age of aviation. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$14
Late 1950s/early 1960s 'L' style kit issue with full box art and yellow logo panels. Very nicely molded with recessed control surfaces and fine raised panel lines. Includes markings for two Polish Air Force aircraft. NOTE: this kit has very minor, 'professional' quality subassembly as follows: wing halves; instrument panel and floor to right fuselage half. There is no other assembly. Inventoried 100% complete and includes decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$36
Large and nicely detailed featuring 100 pieces, full cockpit, complete interior, detailed engines, complete landing gear and more. Molded in bright yellow and clear plastic. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$52
Well detailed, large scale (1/72) model with MATS Airlift markings. The kit has never been started. The small parts are still in the sealed bag. The larger parts have been inventoried complete including decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$32
1980s issue of the -30 longer range DC-10 that features 83 pieces, fine raised and recessed surface detail, clear cockpit and cabin windows, fully enclosed gear bays, very good engine intake and exhaust, full landing gear and more. Includes colorful AeroMexico decals and a four-view painting guide. The kit has never been started. The parts that were factory sealed are still in the sealed bags. The few large parts that were not factory sealed have been inventoried complete including decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$18
Heller 'Black Box' issue. This is a very well molded kit that features very fine raised panel lines, recessed control surface lines, detailed cockpit and landing gear wells, very good inlets and exhaust and more. Includes paint guide and decals for T/60 Sq Singapore 1963 - T/72 Sq Leconfield 1960. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Fair
$54
Still factory sealed. This highly detailed model has 173 pieces and is an accurate representation of a Galleon-type of warship from about 1450. Note the 8 towers, which housed men-of-arms for when the ship drew near the opponent. Includes billowing sails. NOTE: the box displays much higher than the 'Sealed Fair' rating; it is ranked that low because 4/5 of the right top box side is missing. The inner box is still intact and the factory seal has kept the box from ever being opened.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$48
1990s reissue of this fine kit that is originally from the early 1970s. It is a large and well detailed model for that time with 165 pieces. Measures 15 inches long when built and includes colorful shield decals, vacuform sail and optional deck 'tent' top, rigging diagram and more. Includes a display base. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$149
Easily the ultimate HMS Victory kit and widely acknowledged as one of the finest injection molded sailing warship models ever made. Very highly detailed with 2107 parts and measures over 43 inches long when assembled. There is no assembly. Most parts are still in the factory sealed bags. A few bags were worn, so I opened those and inventoried them complete. The large parts that were never factory sealed have been inventoried complete. Includes color flags and full instructions. NOTE: the largest parts of the hull have been very neatly airbrushed black. The hull halves are also painted copper below the waterline and airbrushed the correct three yellow stripes across the gun ports as shown on the box art. Quality of painting ranges from 'professional' to 'excellent+'.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc+
$18
Still factory sealed. Unusual large 1/48 scale kit of the 1952 -7 variant. Features 76 pieces, very fine recessed and raised panel lines, very good cockpit, two-piece optional opened or closed canopy, detailed twin-row radial engine, wing leading edge intakes with proper detail, full wheels wells, dual drop tanks, 10 wing mounted 5" HVAR rockets and more. Includes an extensive, multi-view paint guide for each aircraft listed and colorful & extensive decals.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$38
Hard-to-find late 1950s Heller model with no part number and a deluxe high-gloss box top. Features 46 pieces, parts for both fighter and recon variants, very fine raised panel lines, pilot figure, two piece canopy, optional opened or closed air brakes, full landing gear and more. Includes the large, early Heller black plastic display stand and decals for the Italian Air Force. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. In 1961, the US Army evaluated four 'Ginas' for possible use in the close support/forward air control role. Despite much anticipatory rejoicing by Army aviators, this interesting project was abandoned when most fixed wing types were transferred to the USAF.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$18
This well-molded, small scale model has 20 pieces, billowing sails, full hull, display stand and more. Includes very comprehensive decals. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$22
1965 early issue with very high-gloss box, wrap-around artwork and yellow-backed Heller logo. Like most very early Heller kits, this one does not have a part number. This sleek, twin engine French bomber is well detailed for that time with full cockpit, crew stations, optional position landing gear and more. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$24
1980s Heller issue. This nicely molded and detailed kit features optional parts and decals for the three aircraft listed, very fine raised panel lines, good cockpit detail, drop tanks and more. Includes a full painting guide. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$18
SALE!! Includes two kits in the one box shown. The Heller Kit is never started and inventoried complete with all parts, including decals and instructions. NOTE: The Hasegawa FW-190A has 'professional' quality subassembly as follows: cockpit, wings, fuselage halves & horizontal stabilizers built. Cockpit is painted. There is no other assembly. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present.