The American PT-109 Patrol Boat is a very large and detailed model. The set includes 4 figures, 1 of which is inspired by the famous ship captain (John F. Kennedy) and his brave crew. 3,726 blocks made it possible to realistically recreate the historical unit in 1:35 scale model (a scale close to the figurines). The model measures 72 cm in length and includes a beautiful stand.
The patrol boat also Features a fully reproduced interior. The deck can be easily removed making the crew quarters, technical rooms and the engine room with their equipment are visible. The set features durable pad printed decorations. Movable elements of equipment, a removable deck, mapped weapons and a realistic shape make this model impossible to pass by.
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The Torpedo Boat pt-109 patrol entered service in 1942 in the Pacific. On August 2, 1943, the Japanese destroyer Amagiri rammed the PT-109, causing the patrol boat to sink. In a crisis, the unit commander and the future president of the United States, John F. Kennedy, managed to save the entire crew. The actions taken made him a war hero. The patrol boat was manned by a crew of 12-17 people. The last mission was attended by 13 crew members headed by Captain Kennedy. The PT-109 was powered by three 1500hp (1100kW) Packard 12-cylinder gasoline engines. The speed of the boat was approximately 41 knots (76 km / h). The PT-109 had a single 20mm Oerlikon anti-aircraft gun at the rear. On the eve of their last mission, the crew installed a 37mm anti-tank gun in the bow. The main offensive weapon of the boat was her torpedoes. PT-109 was equipped with four 21-inch (53 cm) torpedo tubes containing Mark 8 torpedoes. It was also equipped with two depth charges and double-coupled heavy machine guns.
Features: - 3,726 High-Quality Blocks. - Display stand. - 4 figures of sailors. - Produced in the EU by Cobi with an over 20 years of tradition. - Meets and European safety standards for products for children. - Fully compatible with Lego. - Clear and intuitive build instructions. - Printed blocks that do not smudge or fade.
