Skill level 2 model boat for intermediate modelers, ages 10 and up.

It was commanded by LT jg John F Kennedy. PT-109 is immortalized as the boat commanded by John F Kennedy. PTs were powered by three twelve-cylinder Packard engines, and equipped with four torpedo tubes, machine guns, and an anti-aircraft gun. Without ceremony or christening, she was lowered into Newark Bay in July, 1942; two months later her baptism under fire took place in the Guadalcanal war area.

FEATURES: Static model contains 83 pieces molded in Dark Green. Waterslide decals are included, and the model can be painted as seen on the box with these colors: Copper, Black, Gray, Blue, Silver, and Flesh. Four torpedo tubes, two twin .50 caliber machine guns, a 20mm cannon, a life raft, four crew figures, and three rudders, propellers and shafts are all included. Contains clear assembly instructions with a detailed synopsis of Kennedy's exciting and dangerous voyage. Includes a display stand .

MARKING OPTIONS: One decal sheet with markings for one boat: PT109, 109, and two American flags.

INCLUDES: One 1:72 PT-109 Plastic Model Boat Kit with Display Stand.

REQUIRES: Assembly, Cement, Modeling Knife and Paint. 

SPECS: Length: 13" (331mm). Width: 3½" (90mm). Pieces: 83.