Is the Harrier still a go?

DocTodd · Post by **DocTodd** » Mon Sep 02, 2013 2:25 pm

I hadn't heard anything lately about the 1:18 Harrier. Does anyone know if it is still going to be produced?

Beeavision · Post by **Beeavision** » Mon Sep 02, 2013 3:47 pm

Unfortunately, no word yet since SDCC. However, last time I heard anything about it it was brought to my attention Merit had already shipped out one of two working prototypes on over to JSI for further R&D. There were apparently some issues that needed to be addressed first before sending it into production. We may not see or hear anything about it until either very late in the year or sometime in the first quarter of 2014. As it is, it seems they are pushing the envelope a bit further on this one with working panel doors, nose cone access, lights, and a rotating turbine with functional exhausts just to name a few. The project has been in the works for over two years now or at least that's what I've been told. Lets hope it makes it through.

sax5thave · Post by **sax5thave** » Mon Sep 02, 2013 4:26 pm

would be great if they ca install a smoke generator similar to what those 1/16 tanks have.

Beeavision · Post by **Beeavision** » Mon Sep 02, 2013 5:13 pm

I wouldn't be surprised if they did. lol

scbvideoboy · Post by **scbvideoboy** » Mon Sep 02, 2013 6:05 pm

where will the outlets be? Badcat and the other usual online folks? I don't want to miss out on the Harrier with all the goodies.

Beeavision · Post by **Beeavision** » Mon Sep 02, 2013 6:43 pm

I wouldn't be too concerned about that. I'm pretty sure will hear something from Merit long before they even ship them out.

Beeavision · Post by **Beeavision** » Wed Sep 04, 2013 8:22 pm

Just received some new information earlier today from our good friends at Merit. View comments below....

How's the AV-8B Harrier coming along?

Merit International LLC wrote: "Still fixing!! It will look very very different from what we shown in SDCC. we will show same one from SDCC in iHooby Show in October."

Different in a very good way or bad way?

Merit International LLC wrote: "Definately in a good way. Otherwise, we would have released the Model."

https://www.facebook.com/MeritIntlLtd

Jim@Merit · Post by **Jim@Merit** » Tue Sep 10, 2013 4:48 pm

Anyone planning to go to iHobby in Chicago?

Beeavision · Post by **Beeavision** » Tue Sep 10, 2013 8:00 pm

Unfortunately for me, too far from home. Soooo....why the question? Is there something of a surprise coming up that I should know about?

CW4USARMY · Post by **CW4USARMY** » Fri Sep 13, 2013 2:24 pm

Jim@Merit wrote:Anyone planning to go to iHobby in Chicago?

Hey Jim,

I've been contemplating going up to the ihobby expo this year with my daughter. Its about a 10 hour drive for us but I've been wanting to attend one. Will you be showing anything new?

pcoughran · Post by **pcoughran** » Tue Sep 17, 2013 3:25 pm

Crickets?????

Beeavision · Post by **Beeavision** » Wed Sep 18, 2013 5:57 pm

I just heard a needle drop.

norman888 · Post by **norman888** » Wed Sep 18, 2013 6:47 pm

Jim@Merit wrote:Anyone planning to go to iHobby in Chicago?

It's back in Chi-town??!!

Beeavision · Post by **Beeavision** » Thu Sep 19, 2013 10:09 am

I think they mean Schaumburg, IL just outside of Chicago. Booth #1721.

norman888 · Post by **norman888** » Fri Sep 20, 2013 9:58 am

Beeavision wrote:I think they mean Schaumburg, IL just outside of Chicago. Booth #1721.

Yep That's about 15 minutes from me. Hopefully yhey will have something to see.

CW4USARMY · Post by **CW4USARMY** » Wed Sep 25, 2013 7:12 am

Anybody know if they actually sell products at ihobby expo or is it mostly just for retails buyers to place orders like at Toy fair?

Thanks!

pizzaguy · Post by **pizzaguy** » Wed Sep 25, 2013 1:19 pm

Is it open to the general public? I noticed several dates listed. It's a couple hours away. I may make the trip.

Beeavision · Post by **Beeavision** » Wed Sep 25, 2013 1:44 pm

According to their site Oct. 3rd-4th is reserved for trade only with proper ID. Then Oct. 5th-6th it is open to the public. See further information at the link posted below....

http://www.ihobbyexpo.com/Trade.html

Beeavision · Post by **Beeavision** » Wed Sep 25, 2013 1:49 pm

Admission is $12 for adults, and children under 10 accompanied by an adult are FREE. Seniors are provided with a discount admission of $10 on Sunday only. All admissions are purchased at the door starting 30 minutes before the show opens. Only cash is accepted for admission.

http://www.ihobbyexpo.com/Public.html

pizzaguy · Post by **pizzaguy** » Wed Sep 25, 2013 2:07 pm

Thanks for the info Bee. Looks like I might make the trip up Sunday. See what is new.

Jim@Merit · Post by **Jim@Merit** » Wed Oct 02, 2013 1:49 am

we can only show the same Test Shot One (T1) from Comic Con. For those who can make it to iHobby, please check out our booth and look for Tony. He will have some drawings to reflect modifications to T1.

Beeavision · Post by **Beeavision** » Wed Oct 02, 2013 7:45 am

Thanks for the update Jim. Any further news on the Harrier is more than welcome.

pizzaguy · Post by **pizzaguy** » Wed Oct 02, 2013 10:59 am

I'm not going to make it. Wife had to pick Sunday to scheduled family pictures. Youth football on Saturday. Hope someone else is going.

pizzaguy · Post by **pizzaguy** » Wed Oct 09, 2013 11:12 am

Anyone make it to the show?

Beeavision · Post by **Beeavision** » Wed Oct 09, 2013 1:51 pm

Not me but apparently they did showcase a 1:6 scale Panzer tank at their booth. Must have been an incredible sight to see in person. They posted some pics of it on their FB site. See link below....

https://www.facebook.com/MeritIntlLtd

Small Scale Military Headquarters

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