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New Zealand model shop with the largest range of stock. Selling throughout NZ & also worldwide. Visi

Acorn Models is one of New Zealand's largest operating model shops providing the largest range of quality model and hobby supplies since 1985. The shop continues to expand with new products continually arriving to fulfill the wishes of both in store and mail order customers alike. Our website and mail order operation is an extension of our shop and provides expedited deliveries to customers throug

hout New Zealand and many overseas countries at reasonable rates. So whether it is radio controlled, runs on tracks, or a kit which needs to be assembled and painted check out Acorn Models at 37 Manchester Street Christchurch or www.acornmodels.co.nz

28/10/2025

Perfect for collectors, hobbyists, or the young engineer at heart 👨‍🔧🚂
The iTraveller 6000 Train Set brings classic rail magic to life with smooth motion, realistic detail, and hours of hands-on fun.

Available now from Acorn Models — New Zealand’s home of model trains and hobby collectibles.

🚄 Fast NZ & international shipping 🌍

22/10/2025

Sugar, steel, and serious style. 🍭
Matchbox #3 ’02 Humvee – Tootsie Roll edition, available now at Acorn Models!

14/10/2025

Rally thrills, no mud required. 🏁
WRC Ford Puma Rally Slotcar Set — available now at Acorn Models!

07/10/2025

No invisibility cloak needed, this one’s meant to be seen. 🧙‍♂️
Bring home the flying Ford Anglia from Harry Potter and relive the magic in 1/32 scale! 🚗💨

01/10/2025

Revive the classics with precision! 🛠️

Whether you’re into sleek muscle cars or rugged trucks, this AMT kit lets you build your dreams piece by piece. Channel your inner craftsman, layer on the details, and bring one of these beauties to life down to the last chrome accent.

🔧 Perfect gift for model-makers & gearheads
📦 Ships from Acorn Models — premium quality, endless potential

23/09/2025

🔥 The Blackzon Smyter is your ticket to non-stop RC action – stunts, jumps, bashing (and crashing) made simple! Just charge-n-go and keep coming back for more. 🚀

With 4WD shaft drive, coilover shocks, double wishbone suspension, front & rear 4-gear diffs, and splashproof electronics, the Smyter family takes on ANY terrain, indoors or out. 🌧️🏜️

Powered by a brushed 390 motor, Li-Ion 7.4V 1500mAh battery, and complete with LED lights, ball bearings, and a speed limiter dial – this RC beast packs serious punch with user-friendly control. 💥

👉 Grab your Smyter Monster Truck, Desert Truck, or Buggy today and experience all-out fun!

16/09/2025

🚛 Peterbilt 377 A/E Tractor – 1/24 Scale

🎁 Whether you’re adding to your own lineup or gifting it to a hobbyist, this is one model that commands attention.

👉 Available now at www.acornmodels.co.nz

09/09/2025

🚀 Meet the Blackzon Slyder Turbo Toy – built for stunts, jumps, bashing… and yes, even the occasional crash! 💥 With 4WD power, coilover shocks, double wishbone suspension and front & rear 4-gear diffs, this beast dominates any terrain indoors or out.

Bright paintwork, beadlock-style wheels, and simple charge-and-go fun – the Slyder Turbo is FAST, durable, and ready to rip again and again. 🔥

👉 Grab yours today and unleash all-out RC fun!

02/09/2025

Luxury meets detail. The Fujimi 1/24 Infiniti Q45 kit brings the elegance of this iconic Japanese sedan to your workbench. Featuring crisp molding and a handy window mask for clean finishing, this kit is ideal for builders who appreciate refinement and realism.

👉 Available now at Acorn Models: Shop Here

30/08/2025

Take your scale modelling to new heights with the Tamiya 1/32 McDonnell Douglas F-15C Eagle ✈️ A true icon of air superiority, this detailed kit delivers precision engineering, realistic panel lines, and an impressive wingspan that makes it a must-have for serious builders. Perfect for display or your next showpiece project.

👉 Shop now at Acorn Models: www.acornmodels.co.nz

Address

37 Manchester Street
Christchurch
8011

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 5:30pm
Thursday	9am - 5:30pm
Friday	9am - 5:30pm
Saturday	9am - 4pm

Telephone

+6433746000

Website

http://www.acornmodels.co.nz/

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