AMPS CENTRAL VIRGINIA

A CAMARADERIE OF ARMOR MODEL BUILDERS

We are a sanctioned chapter of the Armor Modeling & Preservation Society (AMPS), an international organization for armored vehicle modelers and historians based in Richmond, Virginia since 1997. We are military vehicle enthusiasts that build for historical accuracy and promote wisdom sharing.

Upcoming Chapter MEETINGS

  • Demo: Battle for Berlin by Mickey Bates
    Location: VFW Post 10657, 11568 Cedar Lane, Ashland, VA 23005

  • Demo: Military Ambulances by Craig Ashby
    Location: VFW Post 10657, 11568 Cedar Lane, Ashland, VA 23005

  • Demo: TBD
    Location: VFW Post 10657, 11568 Cedar Lane, Ashland, VA 23005

Our work

  • Displays & Challenges

    Collaboration that teaches as well as challenges our model building.

  • Showcase

    Military modeling projects in all scales and genres.

  • Tutorials

    Demonstrations from our meetings that cover modeling and historical topics.


“ground power” newsletter

Our newsletter features modeling tutorials, reviews and modeling projects.


armor modeling & preservation society

AMPS promotes the knowledge and appreciation for military armored vehicle history as well as scale modeling. The AMPS International Convention features armor model vendors, seminars from armor experts and a display of the best armor models from around the world. The next AMPS International Convention is South Bend, IN on April 11-13, 2024.