Showcase Miniatures has indicated in their latest newsletter that they will soon be announcing their first 1/87 scale model, a GMC 9500 in various forms. It will feature a resin cab with pewter frame and parts as well as extensive stainless steel and brass photo-etched details. 3D printed elements along with illustrated instructions round out the kit. These kits will be available soon along with the US Mail Truck. [posted 04/15/2020]

Athearn has announced a new production run of their 53' CIMC domestic container packed in a three pack in the six paint schemes shown above. Delivery is scheduled for March 2021. [posted 04/10/2020]