New! 1/144 scale U-212 by Revell-Germany
 

Available from Squadron Shop:

http://www.squadron.com/ItemDetails.asp?item=rg5019

Also here:

http://www.moduni.de/product_info.ph...cts_id/8105019

http://www.moduni.de/picture/500/8/1/0/5/8105019.jpg

Description: U-Boot Klasse U212 new German Sub
Can be built as a dived or surface version, Detailed hull with recessed panel lines, Detailed propeller, 4 separate rudder afts, 2 movable diving planes on fin, Rear stabilizers reproduced in wire, Display stand, Equipment on top of fin optionally up, Separate front hatch/side door, Decals and markings for 3 versions, Italian and German Navy. Model length is 39.7cm.

Why do they always put out sacles other than 1/350 or 1/700?

Maybe because there are already quite a few models in 1/350 and 1/700 scale. :D I for one am glad they're using 1/144 scale so people like me (who have entered the realm of reading glasses) can see what they're building. :up: Now, if they'd just continue making more in 1/144th scale!

Personally, I prefer 1/350 for my modern subs. I have Trumpeter's 1/144 Seawolf (SSN-21), and it's HUGE! :)

I just got this kit, and it is very nice. A good complement to the earlier U206 and U2540 kits from Revell. I like the 1/144 scale very much. A lot more detail than 1/350, yet not as gargantuan as the 1/72 kits (although I have those too).
Of course if you're pressed for shelf space, then the smaller scales are more attractive.