Overview:
Skill Level: 5
Scale: 1/72
Length: 13.42"
# Of Parts: 146

Description:

In World War II the PT (Patrol Torpedo) Boat was a fast, maneuverable and inexpensive attack craft that made a strong contribution to winning the war in the Pacific. The PT 109 was commanded by the United States _x0080_ _x0099_ 35th President, John F. Kennedy, Lt. (jg) USNR, and survived being cut in half by a Japanese destroyer. On that frightful night Lt. Kennedy was able to save his entire crew even to the extent of helping one who couldn't swim.

Kit features:

· Two part hull

· Detailed superstructure

· Interior Cabins

· 37mm anti-tank gun on the foredeck

· Two paint schemes

· Authentic representation of the following versions

1) PT-109, Motor Torpedo Boat Squadron 2, South Pacific, 2 August 1943, commanded by Lieutenant, junior grade (LTJG) John F. Kennedy

2) PT-109, Motor Torpedo Boat Squadron 2, Tulagi Island, Solomon Islands, South Pacific, August 1942 - February 1943

· 4-color detailed instruction manual

· Molded in light gray and clear