Gecko Models 35GM0090 Rangers Landing Craft Assault (LCA) w/Grappling Hook Rocket Launchers 1/35

Discover the fascinating world of military and historical modeling with the Gecko Models 35GM0090 Rangers Landing Craft Assault (LCA) w/Grappling Hook Rocket Launchers kit in 1/35 scale. This detailed plastic model kit allows you to recreate one of the key components of Allied landing operations in World War II—the British assault landing craft used by the elite Rangers forces.

The LCA model has been designed with an emphasis on detail and authenticity. It offers the opportunity to build a replica of a WWII-era unit—used mainly by the Allies, including British and American forces, in such operations as the famous Normandy landings (D-Day, June 6, 1944). The LCA (Landing Craft Assault) played a vital role in transporting infantry and equipment to heavily defended shores, being one of the most important tools in the arsenal of naval invasion forces.

This unique edition of Gecko Models stands out thanks to its inclusion of rarely seen rocket-propelled grappling hook launchers—Grappling Hook Rocket Launchers. Their purpose was to help the attackers overcome terrain obstacles such as barriers and wire entanglements by shooting out projectiles with ropes and hooks secured to the shore. This kit is therefore perfect for recreating historic scenes of Rangers landing and assaults on enemy fortifications.

• Scale: 1/35 – perfectly suited for popular WWII dioramas
• Countries of use: United Kingdom, United States
• Era: World War II (1941-1945)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Includes precise details of the hull, deck equipment, and a full range of accessories to recreate historical armament
• Glue and paints not included – must be purchased separately
• Category: plastic model kit

We recommend this kit for intermediate and advanced modelers who appreciate faithful reproduction of historical vehicles and want to develop their skills working with large ship models. Build difficulty level 4/5 – requires precision and experience with photo-etched parts and detailed construction elements.

Gecko Models 35GM0090 Rangers LCA w/Grappling Hook Rocket Launchers 1/35 is an excellent choice to expand any diorama collection and as a realistic centerpiece for projects related to Operation Overlord and other amphibious landing episodes of World War II.