Monogram Model Kits for sale
The name Monogram is widely recognized for its high-quality model kits. Founders Jack Besser and Bob Reder had a distinct vision of what makes a model kit exceptional and how to effectively bring that vision to mass production. It's no surprise that Monogram operated efficiently and remained profitable for many years. Initially focusing on aircraft models, Monogram capitalized on the post-World War II interest in aviation, quickly gaining recognition for its attention to detail and innovative designs.
Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, Monogram expanded its offerings to include a diverse range of subjects, such as classic cars, military vehicles, ships, and even science fiction models. This expansion solidified Monogram's reputation as a leading manufacturer in the model kit industry, with iconic kits like the Monogram 1/48 scale B-17 Flying Fortress showcasing the company's commitment to quality and accuracy.
Monogram Air Power US Air Force 18 Aircraft Set - T-33 / F-101 / F-104 / B-57 / F-105 / SA-16 / KC-135 / B-47 / B-52E / F-84F/ F-100 / F-89H / F-102 / F-86F / B-58 / B-66 / F-94 / C-130A, 1/240, PA56-398
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$899
Very rare and even rarer in complete condition. This is the 1959 first and only issue of this classic Monogram models and certainly one of the 'Holy Grail' for the manufacturer. The model features 18 aircraft (102 parts total), all to a constant 1/240 scale. All aircraft have an in-flight configuration accurate down to the upward-swept wing angle on the B-52. The display is made complete with all aircraft riding on 'Flight Wires' that rise from the special blue stand. The large decal sheet is in amazing 'Near Mint+' condition. It is flat and 100% intact with no visible micro-cracking and no yellowing. The instructions and Air Power book are both in 'Excellent+++' condition with light yellowing as the only significant flaw. The kit has never been started; there is no assembly. The flight wires are still in the factory sealed clear bag. The plastic parts have been inventoried 100% complete. The box is rated 'Good'. It has 'excellent' color and gloss, four solid original corners, no repairs, no price tag or tag marks and no tears. Wear includes many lithograph missing 'chips' as shown; these are due to bug damage. These chips are on the box sides also but there are slightly fewer than on the top. There is one very light crease about 1 inch long at the lower left corner. This kit must be shipped with postal insurance and double-boxed.
Monogram B-1B Lancer Strategic Bomber - Operation 'Enduring Freedom' - 'Stars and Stripes' 28th BW 37th BS Ellsworth AFB / 'Sweet Sixteen' 7th Wing 28th BS Dyess AFB / 'Star of Abilene' Delivery Scheme, 1/72, 85-5606
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$115
From 2002 and finely detailed from excellent molds. Features 102 pieces, very fine raised and recessed panel lines, swing wings, full four-place cockpit, detailed landing gear wells, well designed engine intake & exhaust, optional position bomb bay doors with bomb bay detail & ACMs mounted on the rotary launcher, numerous externally mounted ACMs (Air Launched Cruise Missiles), optional position crew boarding door with ladder and more. Includes paint guide and markings for the three aircraft listed. NOTE: this kit has very minor and 'professional' quality subassembly as follows: instrument panel to upper fuselage half. There is no other assembly. The kit have been inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present.
Monogram Mercedes-Benz 1939 Supercharged 540-K - Special Marketing Issue, 1/24, 8202-0350
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG+
$78
Very rare. This is a 1972 special limited release marketing run. The box top is the expensive, high-gloss version and the kit has a special lower box tray that is entirely factory sealed. This was so that potential customers could remove the box top and view the kit while still keeping the kit sealed. To maintain the quality appearance on the inside as well, the tray is a unique version that is white cardboard on the outside while one white cardboard insert keeps the body and parts in place and looking neat. Features rolling chassis detail, detailed engine, removable hood, complete interior, removable soft top or boot and more. Molded in silver, white, black, clear and chrome-plated plastic and with rubber tires. The 540K was produced from 1937 to 1939 by Daimler-Benz and was priced at about $11,000 - a King's ransom in those days. The supercharger boosted horsepower to 180 and the car traveled easily at 105 mph.
Monogram Grumman Wildcat F4F - White Box Issue, 1/48, 6798
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc++
$48
Still factory sealed. 1973 release that is part of a very famous series of 1/48 WWII aircraft models produced by Monogram. This kit is from the quality original 'Four Star' mods and features folding wings, pilot figure, rotating propeller & wheels and more.
Monogram Mustang P-51B Ding Hao - Blue Box Issue, 1/48, 6806
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc++
$36
1968 issue that is still factory sealed. This very finely molded 1/48 scale model features detailed cockpit & gear wells, pilot figure, choice of two opened or closed canopies, drop tanks, rotating wheels & propeller, very fine raised & recessed surface detail and more. The decals are for Col. Howard, who was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor. He was an AVG pilot and became the first US pilot to become an ace in both the Pacific and European theaters.
Monogram Boeing F4B-4 - 2nd Squadron CV-2 USS Lexington F4B4 - Blue Box Issue, 1/72, PA209-70
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM
$29
Still factory sealed and in 'Near Mint' condition. First issue from 1968. Very finely molded kit with traditional Monogram quality that includes markings for Fighting Squadron 2 which operated from the USS Lexington (CV-2) in the 1930s. The last 'Boeing Bipe' was one of the most maneuverable planes ever built. It had a top speed of 184 mph and was unusually rugged.
Monogram Convair B-36 Peacemaker, 1/72, 5703
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$145
1980 first issue with excellent mold quality. This very highly detailed and large model features fully detailed cockpit, nose compartment and landing gear, crew of four, optional position bomb bay doors with 80 bombs, optional electronic fairings, rotating propellers, moving tail turret, optional position landing gear and more. The kit has never been started. The parts that were factory sealed are still in the sealed bags. The few parts that were not factory sealed have been inventoried complete including decals and instructions.
Monogram Attack Weasel M29C Amphibious Transport, 1/35, 6303
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$58
1982 reissue of this very popular 'Four Star' kit from the early 1960s. Features a complete interior, hinged windshield, flexible tracks, driver, four crew and more. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Monogram 1965 Ford GT Le Mans Racer - (ex Aurora), 1/25, 565
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$64
Still factory sealed 1997 Revell-Monogram reissue of this classic and well detailed Aurora kit. When Monogram purchased the Aurora molds, it initially reissued all of the more modern molds. The Ford GT molds were so good that the kit was reissued again in 1997. Features fully detailed suspension, chassis, engine, exhaust and interior, opening hood with spare tire, opening trunk with full engine compartment and more. Usually molded in white & black with clear, chrome plate & rubber tires.
Monogram The Visible B-17G Flying Fortress - With Clear Fuselage Half And Full Interior, 1/48, 85-5614
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG+
$185
Out of production. Still factory sealed. This 2007 release is the second issue - it is a reissue of the classic first issue from 1979. Very well detailed with 175 parts and molded in light gray and clear. Features clear port fuselage half that shows the interior detail of the cockpit, bomb bay, navigators station, radio operator, gunner and bombardier stations. If you do not want to use the clear fuselage, there is also a 'solid' colored port half.
Monogram A-18 Hornet Strike Fighter - Marines or Navy (F-18 F/A-18), 1/48, 5807
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$28
1983 issue which is finely molded and detailed in the Monogram tradition. Features complete cockpit and wheel well detail, pilot, moving stabilator, optional position canopy and Sidewinder, drop tank and laser guided bombs (with designator) loadout. Decals for Marines or Navy version. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Monogram F-19 Stealth Fighter, 1/48, 5824
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG+++
$74
Still factory sealed. Rare large scale version. 1987 first and only issue of Monogram's rather costly blunder. 'Stealth' was on everyone's lips in those years and several model companies took a stab at what the plane might look like. Monogram's kit was quite off the mark and was quickly discontinued when the real aircraft was shown to the public.
Monogram Hawker Harrier AV-8A - US Marines or RAF, 1/48, 5420
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc+
$36
Still factory sealed. First issue dated 1981 includes decals for both versions of the AV-8A. High quality model that features detailed cockpit and gear wells, optional position jet engine nozzles, speed brake & canopy, a very good supply and variety of underwing stores and optional refueling probe.
Monogram Devastator TBD-1 Torpedo Bomber, 1/48, 7575
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$46
Dated 1974 but this is the 'short box' second issue from the later 1970s. Very highly detailed kit with complete interior features, crew figures, optional position canopies, elevating and rotating rear gun, folding wings, working arresting gear, optional position gun compartment doors, optional stowed or 'in use' starter crank, parts for level bomber or torpedo versions, optional position trailing edge flaps and more. Includes decals and paint guide for three different color schemes including hi-vis and wartime. Never started. The parts are either inventoried complete or still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Monogram USS Ramsey DDG-2 Guided Missile Destroyer, 1/310, 3011
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$90
Rare and dated 1987. This large scale, excellent model features full one-piece hull, detailed superstructure, bow sonar dome, hull 'fins', rudder and screw, rotating gun turret, directors and missile launcher, ASROC launcher, Tartar missile, helicopter and more. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Monogram F-106 Delta Dart Century Series, 1/48, 5828
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc+
$40
Still factory sealed. This 1990 issue is well molded and detailed featuring an excellent cockpit, optional position canopy, detailed wheel wells, opened or closed missile bay doors, detailed bay with Falcon missiles and the Genie unguided nuclear air-to-air rocket, optional position speed brake, twin drop tanks and more.
Monogram TWA Super G Constellation, 1/131, 6058
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$34
Still factory sealed. This 1983 Heritage Edition Issue if made from the original molds of the famous 1950s 'Four Star' kit. Like the original, it is molded in gloss white, gloss silver and clear plastic to minimize painting. Features two passenger boarding ramps, optional position passenger doors, two standing stewardesses, tow truck and more.
Monogram F-111A Swing Wing Fighter, 1/48, 5804
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Good
$48
1981 issue that is still factory sealed. This high quality model features swinging wings, full cockpit, crew members, wheel well detail, eternal stores and more.
Monogram F-104C Starfighter - NAM Tour of Duty Issue, 1/48, 5455
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG++
$32
Still factory sealed. This limited issue kit was released in 1988 as a tie-in promotion to the TV series 'Tour of Duty'. The model is well detailed in the Monogram tradition and features full cockpit, optional position canopy, detailed cannon bay with optional position access door, detailed gear wells, AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles, optional position speed brakes with detailed wells and more.
Monogram P-51B Mustang Rebel Queen, 1/48, 5214
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$20
1990 release. Well molded as you would expect from Monogram. Features detailed cockpit, pilot figure, optional position canopy, choice of two different types of canopies, detailed gear wells, optional position undercarriage, optional twin drop tanks, rotating propeller and more. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.