The PT 117 belonged to the smallest, fastest and most manoeuvrable combat vessels of the US Marine Cops, the patrol torpedo boats also known as mosquitos because they "stung" the enemy at high speed. Four 2500hp heavy-duty supercharged engines (12 cyl. Packard) gave the boat a maximum speed of 50 knots. In addition, these boats featured specially designed hulls (50t displacement) allowing the boats to glide over the water. Fitted with 4 torpedos, 4 MGs and an anti-aircraft gun, they were a serious threat to the enemy especially in the restricted island waters of the Pacific. However, designed for operation in qualm waters and a high fuel consumption proved major disadvantages.

Paints required: 5 9 36 57 75 85 88 92

The RNLI is a voluntary organisation, supported only by public subscription and donations, dedicated to assisting mariners in difficulty around the British coastline. The Lifeboat and lifeboat station is a feature of many coastal towns, while these larger boats serve from major ports. Sturdy and stable sea boats with self righting characteristics, able to protect their crews in the worst of storms.

Airfix plan to make this kit as accurate and detailed as possible. This has resulted in the kit becoming heavily delayed in development.

Produces a stunning model of the German E (or S) boat S10. Finished model is 290mm  (11.4") long.

Polystyrene cement and Humbrol paint nos. 3, 16, 19, 27, 33, 34, 53, 64, 74 are required to complete.

This completely new mould incldes three figures and over 150 fully detailed parts.

Nice to see this reissued again. Large scale kit of the Perkasa gas turbine MTB built by Vosper for the Malaysian Navy

Was 79001

Requires polystyrene cement and paint to complete the model

This large triple shaft amphibian vehicle was developed during the 2nd World War for the American armed forces. The aim was to build a vehicle to supply ammunition, food and materials stored in the holds of transport ships, to invading troops occupying beachheads on enemy soil immediately after landing. The DUKW offered good navigating qualities and could move well off-road too, which combined with its high load capacity enabled it to perform its logistic role to the full. In the post-war years it was widely used by USA’s allies all the way through to the 70s, including civil protection assignments.

Model length 24.1cm.

Requires paints and glue to complete this model.

This large triple shaft amphibian vehicle was developed during the 2nd World War for the American armed forces. The aim was to build a vehicle to supply ammunition, food and materials stored in the holds of transport ships to invading troops occupying beachheads on enemy soil immediately after landing. The DUKW offered good navigating qualities and could move well off-road too, which combined with its high load capacity, enabled it to perform its logistic role to the full. In the post-war years it was widely used by USA’s allies all the way through to the 70s, including civil protection assignments.

Model length 11.7cm.

Requires polystyrene cement and paints to complete this model.

This large triple shaft amphibian vehicle was developed during the 2nd World War for the American armed forces. The aim was to build a vehicle to supply ammunition, food and materials – stored in the holds of transport ships – to invading troops occupying beachheads on enemy soil immediately after landing. The DUKW offered good navigating qualities and could move well off-road too, which, combined with its high load capacity, enabled it to perform its logistic role to the full. In the post-war years, it was widely used by USA’s allies all the way through to the 70s, including civil protection assignments.

Model length 24.1cm.

Requires polystyrene cement and paint to complete the model