{"product_id":"18012-italeri-5606-elco-80-pt-boat-crew-135","title":"Italeri 5606 Elco 80 PT Équipage du bateau (1\/35)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eItaleri 5606 Elco 80 PT Boat Crew (1\/35) – Advanced Torpedo Boat Crew Figure Set\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eItaleri 5606 Elco 80 PT Boat Crew\u003c\/strong\u003e in 1:35 scale is a dedicated figure set depicting the crew of the legendary American Elco 80 PT Boat, one of the iconic Allied naval craft of World War II. This plastic model kit is an excellent choice for modelers specializing in naval dioramas and enthusiasts of naval history.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eScale and Set Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: 1:35, perfectly matching Elco 80 PT Boat models by the same brand\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCategory: plastic model kit (figures for dioramas and ship models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality plastic allowing for precise reproduction of uniform and weapon details\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Background and Usage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Elco 80 PT Boat is an American patrol torpedo boat built by the Electric Launch Company (Elco) for the US Navy. Designated as a \"Patrol Torpedo Boat,\" it was widely used in operations in the Pacific and Mediterranean theaters during World War II (1939–1945). Famous actions, such as those undertaken by PT-109 commanded by the future president John F. Kennedy, made these units a symbol of courage and innovation in the US Navy.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eSet Elements and Arrangement Possibilities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe set includes a complete selection of finely detailed Elco 80 PT Boat crew figures: sailors in various poses, officers, and combat stations, allowing creation of a dynamic depiction of onboard combat life\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe figures are a perfect complement for PT Boat models and can serve as the basis for unique World War II-era dioramas\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eDifficulty Level and Recommendation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAssembly difficulty level: 2\/5 – recommended both for intermediate and beginner modelers looking to improve their painting and detailing skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThis product does not include glue or paints – the use of Italeri's dedicated products or other renowned modeling brands is recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWorks excellently both as an expansion of your collection or for professional historical diorama projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eWe recommend Italeri 5606 Elco 80 PT Boat Crew\u003c\/strong\u003e to all enthusiasts of World War II naval models and naval figure collectors. Attention to detail and compatibility with the popular Elco PT Boat kit make this one of the most accurately reproduced crew sets available on the modeling market.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Italeri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720130416974,"sku":"IT5606","price":11.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/d120d4cc804fc46d00db55cf0aa4c79b.jpg?v=1755492622","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.fr\/en\/products\/18012-italeri-5606-elco-80-pt-boat-crew-135","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}