The History of Forces of Valor

 2002
 

Following the tremendous success of the Anne Geddes toy series, the founder of Forces of Valor initiated the development of a new Hobby line that would reflect his longstanding passion for modern historical literature and antique collections. He presented this intriguing concept to his colleagues at the Los Angeles office, which sparked the creation of "Forces of Valor" and our memorable slogan, "Tons of metal, tons of steel," a phrase that military enthusiasts will always cherish.

2003
 

The Forces of Valor R&D Team chose the 1/32 scale as their primary product scale, prompting many collectors to inquire why the 1/35 scale was not selected. This question could potentially ignite extensive debates; however, it is important to note that the history of military collectibles extends over a century, predating the invention of armored fighting vehicles. The origins of toy soldier collections can be traced back to figurines modeled after actual soldiers from Europe and the United States. One of the most favored sizes for these figurines ranged from approximately 54mm to 60mm, a dimension that allows for a considerable amount of detail to be captured in the surface features of the figures. This size range corresponds to the 1/32 scale, and the subsequent developments in this field are well-documented. 

 2005
 

This year marked a significant milestone for Forces of Valor since its establishment, achieving immediate success with the core 1/32 scale Armored Fighting Vehicles line. It took many collectors by surprise that they would even consider producing a larger scale model - the 1/16 scale extreme metal series, which measures longer than the average adult's arm, featuring an impressive 30-inch long diecast tank. Had the Forces of Valor King Tiger model been submitted for nomination, it likely would have secured a Guinness record in 2004. The King Tiger tank includes a complete interior, extending from the chassis to the turret, with functional hatches, robust diecast caterpillars, and a turret crafted from diecast metal that boasts a realistic metal casting surface. Words fail to capture the stunning nature of this model; it must be seen and touched in person to be truly appreciated. The tank is securely housed within an ammunition case-inspired wooden crate, and after more than twenty years, no other military collectible brands have come close to offering a similar model, which solidifies the uniqueness of Forces of Valor among enthusiasts.

2008
 

Forces of Valor has consistently welcomed communication with collectors, and through trade shows and events, we started to receive feedback from collectors regarding the expansion of our AFV territories into another favored collecting scale - the 1/72 scale, which is also well-known for board gaming. Our R&D team has successfully incorporated the successful elements from our 1/32 scale, meticulously downsizing them to an exact 1/72 scale, including vehicles, soldier figurines, and diorama accessories that align with another well-known Forces of Valor slogan, "Men, Machines and Memories." 

 2009
 

Forces of Valor has consistently upheld a fundamental principle of offering a comprehensive selection of diecast models for collectors. Following significant achievements in the Armored Fighting Vehicle category, as well as in the aircraft and helicopter sectors, it was a logical progression for Forces of Valor to venture into the naval collectible market. This move allows them to infuse their signature style into the naval collection. The ship hull is meticulously crafted from solid diecast metal, and the cannons are designed with rotation and elevation capabilities. Envision the powerful battleship IJN Yamato, with its enormous cannons, fully engaged in combat. 

 2010
 

This year, Forces of Valor undertook a daring initiative; rather than producing yet another diecast model, it established an entirely new line of radio-controlled tanks from the ground up. The company chose eight of its most popular armored vehicles and transformed them into fully operational radio-controlled tanks equipped with a tactical infrared battling system. Notably, one of these eight models, the MLRS 270 missile launcher, has been designed for the first time with a radio control system that features a fully functional launcher capable of ejecting plastic projectiles.

2010
 

 Forces of Valor was the first to enter the 1/72 scale diecast military collectibles market. It secured an official license from the Northrop Grumman aircraft manufacturer and developed the F-14 Tomcat diecast model as early as 2003. The brand has continued to grow its model lineup and has started acquiring official licenses from Boeing Inc and Lockheed Martin. In 2011, Forces of Valor launched the highly popular aircraft models, including the F-4 Phantom series and the F/A-18 Super Hornet.

 2013
 

Continuing its role as a pioneer in the diecast collectible industry, Forces of Valor has created the inaugural 1/700 scale finished model of the USS CVN-65 Enterprise, featuring detailed aircraft, service vehicles, and precise pad printing on the flight deck. Furthermore, the entire hull is constructed from diecast metal, weighing an impressive 3 pounds. 

2014
 

Forces of Valor initially intended to introduce new releases featuring well-known models such as the 1/72 scale F-16 Fighting Falcon, the 1/700 scale Hornet CV-8 aircraft carrier, and to carry on the legacy of the highly coveted 1/16 scale Extreme Metal Series, which included the development of the German "Work horse" - the Panzer IV tank model. However, all these thrilling developments were put on hold due to the founder's difficult decision to retire from the industry 

2017
 

 Forces of Valor has successfully identified a new purchaser - Waltersons Industries Group, an industrial firm based in Hong Kong that possesses extensive expertise in the production of consumer goods.