Italeri 5613 Motor Torpedo Boat PT 109 (1/35) – Plastic Model Kit

Italeri 5613 Motor Torpedo Boat PT 109 in 1:35 scale is an extremely detailed plastic model kit for self-assembly, representing one of the most famous torpedo boats of the United States Navy from World War II. This model is produced by the renowned Italian company Italeri, known for its high-quality sprues and faithful reproduction of historical military vehicle details.

The PT 109 vessel belonged to the class of 80-foot Patrol Torpedo boats built by the Elco shipyard for the US Navy. This unit gained fame mainly because its commander in 1943 was the future US president, John F. Kennedy. PT 109 took part in many operations in the waters of the South Pacific, especially during the battles for the Solomon Islands. On the night of August 1st to 2nd, 1943, PT 109 was sunk by the Japanese destroyer Amagiri, and the dramatic rescue operation of her crew entered the annals of naval history.

• Model scale: 1:35. This results in an impressively sized model, about 70 cm in length, which allows space for faithfully reproduced details and realistic painting.
• Country of origin: United States of America.
• Period of operation: World War II – years 1942–1945.
• Material: high-quality plastic. The kit includes sprues with precisely recreated deck elements, armament (20 mm Oerlikon cannon, Browning .50 cal machine guns, and torpedo launchers), detailed interior and mechanical components. The set features transparent parts for accurately modeling the windows.
• Extras: The set includes detailed decals for recreating authentic PT 109 markings, and smaller photo-etched details further enhance the realism of the finished model.
• Category: plastic model kit – ideal for enthusiasts of military naval modeling.

We recommend Italeri 5613 both to advanced modelers and ambitious intermediate enthusiasts who want to build a large, historically accurate replica of this famous patrol boat. The model enables you to create a diorama including the crew and a water environment, making it a great foundation for further advanced projects. The complexity of the kit and the number of fine details means its difficulty level is rated at 4/5.

Choosing the Italeri Motor Torpedo Boat PT 109 1/35, you are investing in a model rich in historical and technical detail, which will be an impressive centerpiece in any collection and a modeling challenge that provides immense satisfaction once completed.