May 2024 Round 2 Product Spotlight + NEW Model Tooling Announcements

MAY we have your attention please! We're back with another New Product Spotlight this month and some new updates! In Auto World 1:18 we've got a Silver Screen Machine that's sure to be a hit, man! In model kits news we've seen some incredible reactions to the new tooling we've released recently and have been busy cranking out reorders on many new kits. We're also showcasing the next 3 kits on the way from AMT and MPC, including a new release of some brand new tooling!
Speaking of new and revised tooling, stick around to the end of the video to see some of the latest new kit news from us out of NNL East last weekend!
0:00 New at Round 2 Intro
0:42 May 2024 Intro
1:59 New 1:18 Die-Cast
3:39 New Model Kits
8:02 Model Kit Announcements from NNL East
11:53 ?
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[@jayschmahl9206]

Would love to see the 1965 Barracuda, 1965 Monaco, 1972-74 Barracuda with correct 'Cuda hood and small block engine, 1971 'Cuda, 1971 Challenger, 1972-74 Challenger with small block engine, 1968/9 AMX, and 1967/8 Cougar.

[@billbowman8747]

How about bringing back the old Javelin and AMX model kits?

[@CycolacFan]

Jo-Han kept the tooling for those so it’s likely long gone. Only released by AMT once.

[@seanh2390]

can the javelin or amx be cloned?

[@CycolacFan]

@@seanh2390 anything is possible. Round 2 has been doing it a bit recently. Depends if they think the demand is there and who owns the copywriter to the kit and the fullsize car designs.

[@DragonInfraXtremeRGT]

They should do the javelin in 1:18 scale

[@billbowman8747]

@@CycolacFan I know there are diecast javelin models out there so someone must have a license for them. I’ll keep hoping. I could see the demand being there. Let’s get John Wick to drive one in his next movie, that’d help!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

It's a GREAT time to be a modeler!! 🙂 Really looking forward to the '64 Chevelle & Hellcat Wide Body!👍

[@tonymadia4554]

yup that chevelle looks like a nice kitt curbside the could do those with the 68 74 impalas i just did my dads old 69 impalas all the engines are the same from 69 74

[@modelsbyhand]

I think the modification to the '64 Chevelle is a great idea! Many builders swap engines these days and making the kit more friendly to that is a nice touch. Thank you!

[@tomtbi]

A Super Bee version of that 71 Charger kit would be cool...

[@rgchristy]

Please don't forget about the 1961-71 Dodge Power Wagons & pickup trucks!

[@jonoskowski5545]

Thank you for supporting this awesome hobby. I love what you guys do.

[@philiplawless81]

Thanks for this months review! Looking forward to the 64 and 72 Chevelles! We do need more Warlocks too! Would love to see a 68 and 69 Impala as well!😊👍

[@kathyevans3783]

I WOULD LIKE TO SEE THE 1960 CHEVROLET STATION WAGON BEING RE-RELEASED.

[@Jimthechevywheelman]

Amen!!

[@Francis362003]

I would love to see the 1971 Chevy Impala. i used to drive that car.

[@petervitti9]

Yes. Reissue of the mpc 1971 impala.

[@Randy-fx1rm]

Very thankful to you for all you do for all we guys and gals even the younger ones YOU FOLKS ROCK.

[@gi_mechanicsscalemodeling]

Good stuff keep on cranking out the kits.

[@ruckusrodkustom8140]

Lovin the pad printed tires! I hope every future kit has a set

[@joeldavis1040]

Excited about the '53 Ford truck!!

[@mikel180]

Round2, you guys are rocking it out! I've been wishing a long time for the SSlasher to come back out. THANK YOU!! 👍 Thank you for all that you do for all the markets that you cover. You folks are doing an absolutely great job!

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

You guys have been doing such great things for the model car hobby over these past few years. I am really enjoying these retooled "Craftsman Series" kits. I'm working on the 68 GTO right now and I am SO looking forward to the 64 Chevelle. I have wanted to build one of those for over 35 years. Like the 68 GTO. Because you guys are doing these kits. We can finally build these cars without having to pay collector prices. I can only imagine what's in store over the next 5 to 10 years. Just keep doing what you do.

[@BronzeGiant]

If the Chevelle is anything like the GTO I built, with paint, you could build that kit in less than an hour.

[@seanh2390]

agree 100% sir

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

@@BronzeGiant not me. I'm kit bashing it with the AMT 67 Chevelle Pro Street

[@MrWeirdski]

We really need a 1970 Mercury Cougar....that kit has never been re-issued that I know of...Its an MPC kit I believe...

[@ShawnStreitenberger]

Need to re-release the 73 and 74 dodge chargers i think theres alot of people who would want to add these cars

[@stevenewman1393]

😎👍Very cool and very nice indeed and truly love the John Wick 1:64 1969 Mustang indeed!👌.

[@boss9mustang404]

Good stuff, any chance the 64 Falcon Sprint Hardtop will be re-issued?

[@saltields7649]

I want to see a long box GM Square Body truck in 1/25, 1/64, and HO scales. I want to see more ‘72 to ‘93 Dodge 4x4 kits, and how about one that’s a crew cab long box. I want to see the early ‘80s Dodge Daytona rereleased. Bring back the ‘94 To ‘97 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 kits, as normal full detail kits. In Clued a club cab long box version.

[@davidmartinez1556]

I would love to see the 1963 Falcon Future 2d.

[@grb351]

Yes, yup, and oh yeah!! Any Falcon would be greatly appreciated especially the 63 and the 69-70.

[@tubedude4859]

I will buy the chevelle just to get the hood for my missing hood on my vintage kit . You do what you gotta do .

[@earlwidmeyer2654]

It would be so cool to see a true Rubber Duck retooling for us trucking modelers. The original was almost completely wrong! Cheers! Earl

[@davesgaming7007]

So there's no new 1/64 diecast for this month?

[@charlesashlock5672]

My thoughts too

[@ONEFUNFONE]

Thank god- I didn't have to fast forward throught the video as usual and skip that junk.

[@CarCrazy12804]

I wish they could do a 1980s Era chevy caprice estate wagon, a mid to late 1980s Era pontiac grand prix or even a 1980s malibu wagon

[@tbone7193]

Does it matter? I mean, I wish there was, but they never get to the retailers anyway. I live near 4 Targets, 6 Walmarts, 2 Hobby Lobbys and haven't seen even ONE new JL in over a year. Their marketing is horrible.

[@Round2foryou]

We have had some production delays, but we are working on several new releases with new tooling and new tooling variations hitting in the next few months.

[@jamesthompson8008]

Great products!! THANK YOU Round2! Here's hoping you do the MPC 69 Mustang Mach1 as a JWick kit!

[@tomtbi]

Love that 72 Chevelle SS.. hopefully you can build it stock like the 73 Cougar I did a week or 2 back...

[@grb351]

The SSlasher kit was a street machine but it could easily be built stock with some parts.

[@rickzinck9326]

Cool new kits coming up. Glad that you guys were at NNL East. Sure hope that you attend The ACME show in Cartersville GA this coming October.

[@christesta2521]

Great kits. Please start reissuing more of the older curbside and full kits like the '65 Barracuda, '65 Fairlane, '62 Valiant and '62 Imperial.

[@TN-Vols-Fan]

I really appreciate all that Round 2 is doing for us modelers. Thank you for the new kits, but please re- release another of the MPC Super Stocker series cars. Trickle's Mustang, the Chevelle or the Cuda. They all share the same chassis, motor and tires as the already released GTO and Monte Carlo.

[@glennhales7302]

Again.....DRIVERS, PASSENGERS, PEOPLE!!

[@craigfresch575]

how about a 1:1 Star Trek phaser,communicator and tricorder set?

[@mitch206]

An accurate one please!!

[@sydrider6023]

Get ready to produce A LOT of the Charger. This kit will sell well with every generations of modeler.

[@teddyjones8027]

Absolutely need the Javelin and AMX

[@edhaynes1015]

Yes! Please

[@BaDArxz]

I’m 100% for more AMC representation

[@nlpnt]

I seriously wonder how a Hornet/Concord/Eagle wagon would go over.

[@grb351]

AMC cars are grossly unrepresented. At least a Javelin SST please!

[@teddyjones8027]

@grb351 yes they are

[@jimsmalleimb7709]

I like the engine detail in the Charger.

[@otaku0698]

I really like the Autoworld/Johnny Lighting MANGA RACING! MORE!

[@marktravis5280]

Love the chrome allison aircraft engine kits! Lil gasser , mixer , school bus kits

[@bigeddie1231]

Very cool model kits. Thank you for keeping them coming.

[@ckna6739]

Great to see u at the NNl east got the police pursuit model thank u for sharing

[@drafting5652]

Thank you for all your hard work appreciate it very cool model kits

[@randallrobbins4960]

This month's video is a good one. I like the 53' Ford Pickup. I'm hoping you'll reissue the MPC 1972 Chevy Tow Truck.

[@grb351]

Thank you, guys, for continuing to keep kits alive and bringing out cool new ones. Those Charger kits are a must have, the Chevelle, Malibu and the Bronco as well. Always look forward to your videos.

[@richardlee1092]

Great stuff coming Chad! That Chevelle looks awesome! Thanks for the update!

[@deanbyess2379]

1967 Mercury Cougar, please…..

[@moneygangrepp4]

I'm buying all of these kits!!!!

[@michaelcooke2559]

The Hellcat widebody is going to be an awesome kit. It is truly a great time to be in the modeling world. Thanks for sharing.

[@markjolyn94]

Great new model kit's and announcements!!

[@ronnieparker2077]

Can we expect any new semi trucks for this year

[@theintake8961]

There so many great kits coming out. It's a great time to be a modeler. I really appreciate everything you do for the hobby! 😎👍

[@mred5998]

You have to be " RICH " to buy models anymore !!!!!!!!!!

[@johndean2110]

That john wick diecast is very cool, I have the 1:64 scale version. Keep bringing us awesome products.👍

[@goforitpainting]

Cool models. 👍

[@freddietee1225]

I would love to see some "Jo Han" retooling/re-release's, such as the AMX/Javelin or the MPC AMX/Javilen

[@stevegrenot5289]

Hellcat Wide Body YES!!!

[@teddyjones8027]

You guys are crushing it, Thank you very much for all the hard work and really paying attention to modelers. Everyone keep yourselves and love ones safe and healthy and remember to SMILE 😊God Bless 🙏

[@michaelseptaric4003]

What about the 1967 Galaxy in both versions??????

[@natevamosi5073]

I really like the way you guys had commentary and displayed the Mustang and the upcoming releases. I hope this is a new change that will become normal for the future product spot light videos. In my opinion, It seems more personal and engaging to watch. Keep up the forward motion. Thanks for all you guys do.

[@markkunikkanen]

I knew You wouldn't let us down. Hell yeah for the Hellcat. Now I wish You would re-release the mk 2 Ford Capri 🫠

[@CH3NO2Semonious]

Second comment to add that you guys are saving the model car hobby with all of your great products, and I appreciate it. See you next month with my rant about early Chevy vans again.

[@thescalemodelcarguychannel8681]

Awesome stuff ❤😊

[@franklongacre1008]

I really love your companies Pyle’s. My personal request is to see to the 2024 Mustangs,Camaro, Dodge. I am talking about the most modern cars not just the old classics. Thank you for keeping the production going. Frank Longacre

[@mypl510]

The last word I would use to describe that '53 Ford would be "Easily" LOL!

[@rickdee67]

“It can be built” is more appropriate

[@thefettfan3994]

Your "John Wick" Mustang is an amazing model with terrific details indeed, defiantly a must have for my own personal 1:18th scale collection!!

[@hateut]

Wow! The kats at round two are pumping out. Some nice stuff ,the 72 Chevelle the 64 Malibu 👍🏿 I'm hoping in the future. We at least get the 68 thur 75 Caprice/impala. The 75 Caprice is kindy a easy fix. It's just a just need a clip also, maybe the 1992 and the 1972 Chevy pickup step side + the '96 Chevy Tahoe

[@rickdee67]

71 Charger is sweet! Love the green! Im doing my first one in that green! The 72 Chevelle front end needs tuning but looks great! The OWB Bronco is super cool! John Wick Mustang is badazz

[@tonymadia4554]

74 charger and the 2 chevells for me lol still hoping for 68 74 impalas

[@michaelbrown7661]

For the millionth time NEW MODEL YEAR TRUCKS PLEASE !

[@Gene1969]

First of all, thank you for giving HPIGuys the tour of your place. It's really cool and every hobbyists dream to see. Second, the Charger series is awesome! You are killing it! Third, any chance of a Ford Maverick kit coming out? (The pickup)

[@joeshmoe9978]

Keep up the good work. 🚙🚗🏅

[@tomtbi]

I did the stock 21 Charger RT about a year ago... I guess I will need the Hellcat version too...

[@davidburrell3454]

A couple of ideas for you guys. The Movin On truck, B.J and the Bear, The first Smokey and the Bandit, and Evel Knevil Mack truck. I understand it's a huge task and licensing issues, but it would fly off the shelves.

[@paulwade2675]

I love the fact your doing some older kits but your killing me with the 60s Ford kits I want a 1967 galaxy so bad l can taste it lol

[@gordon8753]

That 53' Ford is badass along with the 71' R/T Charger! Very cool!!!

[@johnclemans7802]

I'm actually finishing one up on the bench, the AMT version. It's a nice kit, requires lots of sanding, filing etc. I'm building it "box stock" and one with a resin blown Ardun headed flathead.

[@gordon8753]

Sounds awesome!

[@charlieallan2513]

Firstly, thank you for keeping this hobby alive! My next order of business, i noticed in HPIGuy's tour, in your archives, the John Deere backhoe, and the 1/32 scale truck line. What are the chances of seeing those in the ,hopefully, near future?

[@sandman_7326]

Awesome work guys , It would be so cool to see a : 1970 Chevy El Camino SS 454 Kit , Maybe 1/16 Scale or the 1/24 - 1/25 Scale works .

[@stephendoing2253]

Will buy a few of the 64 chevelle! Hopefully a wagon and elky will follow!

[@martinkpierce]

Nice, thanks for getting more of the Ford trucks. Talking about fords, it would be awesome to see some more Ford model years 1980-1986 all trims and configurations in autoworld premium true one sixty=four. Speaking of diecast, it sure would be cool to see your new tooling for autoworld diecast. Thanks again for another great video Chad.

[@liamfirebird6922]

Love the street machine model kits! Looking forward to the 53 ford stepside and tge SSlasher Chevelle. More of these classic street muscle cars and trucks please!

[@deenjoan9938]

Wow that some cool kits for sure Love the John Wick looking forward to the hell cat oh yea ,love to see the Javelin make a come back too

[@TheBondReport]

Would really love to see the James Bond Aston Martin V8 Vantage from “The Living Daylights” & “No Time to Die”.

[@thatcarguy13]

is the slasher Chevelle going to have updated headlights or old chrome dome tops ? An option for you'se all would be a Heavy Chevy Chevelle version...

[@modelcar1589]

Awesome kits

[@pontiaccrest]

69-70 Pontiac Grand Prix 1/64 or 1/25 models kit?

[@johnclemans7802]

Cool kits !! Bring back some of the Custom chopper kits!😎

[@stephendoing2253]

Love the newly tooled kits! I was Disappointed with the tiny decal sheets that came in the 60 and 63 f100's. These kits deserved a large sheet considering the large sheets that came in the 68 coronett and mpc trike kits...

[@barryhickman6911]

Would love to see the Craftsman 1965 Chevelle Malibu SS with the same features of your new 64 SS version (opening hood, engine plate, etc) !!!!

[@emeu2262]

we need more new models of classic metal works

[@Eddie-di6eb6cv8v]

No white stripes for the 71 Charger?

[@jonathongriffith279]

Are there going to be any hidden headlight options for the ‘71 Charger?

[@Malibujeremy]

The amt mild n wild series would be very cool kits to get and build. 80's g body cars would also be cool too. I love the few that are out, so a malibu or grand prix would round out them too.

[@donaldrawdon92]

When are you guys going to bring back the MPC Mako Shark??

[@dennisshort5655]

I would love to see a reissue of the force 440 dodge. Keep up the great work.

[@gregfounds3949]

You guys have anything in the works for a 1972 Pontiac GP

[@user-fe9yl4hz4o]

Any news on AFX Formula One HO slot car set coming out soon ?

[@MiguelA99]

They sell them but they do not production them as far as I know

[@joevuocolo3006]

Just got the new Auto World Ford Probe and AMC Marlin in 1/64th scale. $10 each. Was still very excited! Open the packs, and to my surprise both had plastic base and wheels and no opening parts! Is this the new direction or did I get a crap deal? I have hundreds of AW vehicles. This was the cheapest offering I have ever seen!!! I am going to keep this up until I hear from you.

[@eliverstonadams4]

I have that kit in my stash

[@Trueno1600]

May I ask what's happening with the MPC Dodge Warlock? Looks like most hobby shops here in Canada had an extremely small first shipment, and all sold out in a few hours. And there's been no restock ever since february I think, and they're nowhere to be found in Canada at least. It's weird because this didn't happen with your other big-hits models except maybe the Demon, but at least the restock came at lot faster...

[@timdavis7073]

You guys need to do a 1/24 1970 cougar eliminator

[@rjkoeller4444]

Now for the Craftsman 66 Skylark GS !

[@dustdevl3404]

Nice. I keep thinking you should tool up Challenger and Duster/Demon bodies for the Legends of the Quarter Mile 1/18 Funny Cars. Plenty of cool ones your could do. Ramchargers ran both a Challenger and a Demon. Grand Spaulding had an iconic Challenger. Plenty of others could be done too.

[@KBCC_Garage]

Thanks guys! Keep em coming! You guys have the best subjects for my builds! 😎👍🏾

[@sheldonstewart70]

As many models as you build they should throw you a little sponsorship