Italeri 5618 PT-109 CREW 1/35 – Torpedo Boat Crew 1:35 Scale

Italeri 5618 PT-109 CREW 1/35 is a high-quality set of figures depicting the crew of the famous American PT-109 torpedo boat. The model is designed in 1:35 scale and has been created to ensure maximum historical accuracy with authentic details of the US Navy sailors’ uniforms and equipment from World War II.

Historical Facts

The PT-109 torpedo boat belonged to the United States Navy and became famous during military operations in the Pacific in 1942-1943, during World War II. The vessel's commander was John F. Kennedy, who would later become President of the USA. PT-109 carried out actions against Japanese vessels, with a notable episode being the sinking of the craft by a Japanese destroyer in August 1943. The crew, rescued by Kennedy, went down in history as a symbol of heroism and bravery of American sailors.

Product Details

• The figures are made from high-quality plastic, ensuring meticulous reproduction of details as well as ease of assembly and painting.
• The set includes precisely sculpted crew figures, including a commanding officer and sailors, depicted in dynamic, realistic poses typical for daily service aboard a torpedo boat.
• The kit is intended for enthusiasts of historical scale modeling wishing to faithfully recreate scenes from the Pacific theater during World War II.
• Category: plastic model kit – military figures for dioramas and ship model layouts (compatible, among others, with the PT-109 model in 1:35 scale).
• The box includes an instruction manual to facilitate assembly, as well as painting tips based on authentic 1940s US Navy uniforms.

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

The Italeri 5618 PT-109 CREW 1/35 set is an excellent choice both for experienced modelers building historical dioramas and for intermediate warship enthusiasts. It allows for a realistic completion of WWII torpedo boat models, greatly enhancing the display and educational value of any collection.

Assembly difficulty level: 2/5 – recommended for modelers with basic to intermediate skills in assembling and painting figures.