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 Boeing B-52 Stratofortress With Jet Sound, 1/72, PA215
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$155
First issue dated 1968 of this legendary kit that has "A First In Modeling - Realistic Jet Sound!" It features 207 pieces, crew of three and cockpit, elevating and traversing rear turret, opening and closing bomb bay doors, operating wing flaps, operating spoilers, optional position entry hatch and landing gear, optional parts to display one nacelle open to show the jet engine and more. Molded in the correct green & clear plastic and with metal parts, wire and motor for jet sound. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried 100% complete with all parts present. Includes decals and instructions. This model includes the rare yellow cardboard frame and clear cello of the original factory seal, and it is in very good condition. It does not include the white internal parts presentation cardboard and there is no 'Monoglue' cement. The latter is not usual as Monogram eventually stopped including it with this issue. The box is graded as 'very good+' condition because it has marker writing at the left side as shown and age discoloration on the long lower side panel (left portion).
Monogram Grumman F3F-3 Fighter - (F3F3) Blue Box Issue, 1/32, PA186-200
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$65
2nd issue dated 1967. From the original 'Four Star' molds and highly detailed. This model has many features: when you pull the prop outward and rotate it CCW, the landing gear retracts. Pull it outward and rotate it CW, and the gear extends. Push the prop in, and it freewheels as normal. The rudder, elevators & ailerons move, there is a highly detailed cockpit, sliding canopy, standing pilot figure, rigging instructions and more. Includes full decals. The kit has been inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present but NOTE: it has minor and 'professional' quality sub-assembly as follows: landing gear linkage + backing plate assembled. Everything moves perfectly as it should. There is no other assembly.
Monogram A-1H Skyraider - White Box Issue, 1/48, 5419
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair++
$22
Well molded release from 1980. Features complete cockpit, detailed main and tail wheel wells, optional position canopy and large weapons/drop tank loadout. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried with all parts and instructions present. NOTE: missing decals.
Monogram OA-4M Skyhawk, 1/48, 5436
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG+
$38
Still factory sealed. 1985 issue. High quality kit that is very finely molded and detailed. Features full cockpits, optional position leading edge slats, detailed gear wells, external load out missiles, bombs and drop tanks, optional position air brakes and canopy and pilot boarding ladder.
Monogram F4U-4 Corsair - Blue Box Issue - US Navy Or VMF-312 Marines - (F4U4), 1/48, PA82-150
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$44
1967 issue from the same molds as the famous 'Four Star' kit from '63. Features folding wings, retractable landing gear & tail wheel with fully operational gear doors, working arresting gear, pilot figure, twin drop tanks, two bombs, four 5" HVAR rockets, rotating wheels & propeller and more. Molded in gloss dark navy blue, black and clear plastic. Includes decals for Navy and Marine versions. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Monogram PBY-5 Catalina, 1/48, 5609
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$105
This large-scale Catalina is highly detailed and from 1996. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Monogram Grumman TBF Avenger Blue Box Issue, 1/48, 6829-150
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM++
$89
Still factory sealed and from 1966. This is a very unusual and short-lived issue with the new four digit part number and a price extension of 150. This was soon dropped. There are other differences as well - please note the unique logo on the box top, and there are very small Mattel logos on both short sides. Later Monogram/Mattel issues had another logo on the box top. This is a reissue of the Four Star kit and has many action features: wings fold properly as on the real aircraft, landing gear retracts, bomb bay doors open and torpedo drops, machine gun rotates and elevates, and the prop and wheels turn. Includes four airmen.
Monogram Lockheed F-80 Shooting Star - Fighter-Bomber or Interceptor Versions, 1/48, 5404
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Good-
$34
Still factory sealed but the seal has shrunk with age and drawn the box concave as shown in the picture. 1977 'White Box' issue features detailed cockpit and machine gun bay, removable gun hatch, optional position canopy, detailed gear wells, removable tail section with detailed turbojet engine (aft section), a stand for the rear fuselage section and more. Includes colorful decals for two variants, fighter bomber or fighter interceptor.
Monogram PBY-5 Catalina, 1/48, 5609
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$109
Still factory but the seal has splits as shown. This large-scale Catalina is dated 1996. It is very well molded and features detailed cockpit & waist blister stations, beaching gear, under-wing depth charges and much more. Includes paint guide and decals for VP-71.
Monogram F-117A Stealth Fighter With Photoetched Details, 1/48, 5834
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$34
From 1991. This very well molded and detailed kit features photoetched parts, full cockpit, detailed intake and exhaust, boarding ladder, optional position canopy, decals for two aircraft (#813 'Toxic Avenger' or #843 'Christine') and more. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Monogram Mustang P-51B Kits OLE-II - Blue Box Issue, 1/72, PA143-70
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$20
First issue dated 1967 and one of two 'Blue Box' box art variations that share this part number. This all-time favorite is known for perfect fit & finish and excellent detail. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. NOTE: the propeller has two broken blades but they are both present for repair. The decals have some brown age stains but they are mainly restricted to the backing paper and not the transfers.
Monogram Dornier Do-17 Flying Pencil - Blue Box Issue - KG53 Legion Condor 7th Staffel / Luftwaffe KG2 7th Staffel, 1/72, PA214-150
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc+
$42
Still factory sealed. 1995 reissue that uses the same molds from 1968. Kit is well detailed for that time with optional position landing gear, good cockpit, four crew members, rotating propellers & wheels and more. Includes decals for KG53 Legion Condor, 7th Staffel or KG2, 7th Staffel. Both groups operated on the Russian Front in 1942.
Monogram Sherman M4A1 Tank Screamin Mimi - With Diorama Instructions and T34 Rocket Launcher, 1/32, 4200
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG
$79
Still factory sealed and the first issue from 1975. This all-around favorite model is well molded, highly detailed and comes with very desirable full-color diorama instructions. Features parts so you can built is as a standard Sherman or with the rocket launcher, revolving turret, elevating 75mm cannon, T34 Calliope rocket launcher that moves in unison with the cannon, driver, two crew figures and much more.
Monogram US Lee Tank M3 - USA / Soviet / British Versions, 1/32, 7536
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair++
$48
1973 issue of this classic armor kit. It is well molded & detailed. Never started. It has been inventoried and NOTE: Missing (1) #88 small "C" shaped ring. Otherwise complete with all other parts and includes decals and instructions. NOTE: several of the small parts are a different color of plastic; they are from a later issue of this same kit.
Monogram C-47 Skytrain - RAF / USAAF Buzz Buggy 9th Air Force / Confederate Air Force Restored Aircraft, 1/48, 85-5607
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$64
1998 reissue from the original 1978 molds. Very well detailed and features 12 ground crew & paratrooper figures, full cockpit, complete navigators and engineer's station, full cargo/passenger compartment including seats with seat belts & bulkheads, bathroom with sink and toilet, optional position passenger & cargo doors, rotating wheels and propellers, detailed landing gear, wells and more. Includes decals for three aircraft. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. NOTE: a few small parts are a different color plastic; they are from a later issue of this same model.
Monogram Apollo Saturn V Rocket - Heritage Edition, 1/144, 6051
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$48
1983 issue from the original 1968 molds. The best Saturn in 1/144 scale due to the excellent detail that Monogram was famous for. All three stages separate from each other in order to demonstrate a simulated flight. Apollo upper section opens to release lunar module with two stages and operating landing legs. Includes three figures and launch pad stand. This kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present.
Monogram OS2U Kingfisher - High Tech With Photoetched Details - Landplane or Seaplane - Prewar 'High Visibility' (yellow wings) / Wartime US Navy with 'Donald Duck' markings / RAF, 1/48, 5488
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$42
High Tech edition includes dozens of photoetched details. Can be built with wheels or floats and includes decals for the typical WWII paint scheme (as shown on the box top, pre-war 'Yellow Wing' or RAF. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Monogram 1932 Cadillac V-16 Dual Cowl Phaeton Fleetwood Body, 1/24, 2305
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$78
From 1980. Highly detailed and well engineered kit. Builds a full rolling chassis just like the real automobile. Features complete suspension, exhaust and chassis detailed, complete engine and engine compartment, removable hood and full interior detail. The wheels roll and the convertible top and boot can be removed. Molded in off-white, white, black, chrome and has rubber tires. Never started. Inside, the kit is exactly as it came from the factory. The black parts are still in the factory sealed bag; the other parts were never sealed and have been inventoried complete. Includes instructions.
Monogram RF-101B Voodoo Photo-Reconnaissance, 1/48, 5818
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Good
$46
Still factory sealed but the seal has shrunk and drawn the box top concave as shown. Rare large scale (1/48) recon Voodoo and a fine model that features full dual cockpits, detailed nose and main gear wheel wells, clear camera windows, optional position canopy and speed brakes.
Monogram RB-66A Destroyer - Blue Box Issue, 1/83, PA204-130
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$32
1995 reissue that features the original 1967 artwork and molds (which are the original 1950s Four Star molds). Features rear gun turret, cockpit with three crew, opening bomb bay and bomb. Molded in silver and clear. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. When the Air Force phased out the B-66, they converted many into ECM aircraft, hence the RB-66A. Monogram seized this opportunity as a new lease on life for the B-66 molds and the result was this issue as RB-66 aircraft were being used in Vietnam in the late 1960s.