Product Overview
Skill Level: 5Scale: 1/72length: 13.42"# Of Parts: 146DESCRIPTION: 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 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. KitFEATURES: Two part hullDetailed superstructureInterior Cabins37mm anti-tank gun on the foredeckTwo paint schemesAuthentic representation of the following versions1) PT-109, Motor Torpedo Boat Squadron 2, South Pacific, 2 August 1943, commanded by Lieutenant, junior grade (LTJG) John F. Kennedy2) PT-109, Motor Torpedo Boat Squadron 2, Tulagi Island, Solomon Islands, South Pacific, August 1942 - February 19434-color detailed instruction manualMolded in light gray and clear
