Tamiya Models:
The U.S. Navy PBR31 Mk.II, commonly nicknamed the “Pibber” (Patrol Boat, River), was a small, fast, and maneuverable river patrol craft used during the Vietnam War. Developed in the mid-1960s, these boats were designed to navigate the shallow, narrow waterways of the Mekong Delta. Built primarily from fiberglass to reduce weight and radar signature, the Mk.II measured about 31 feet in length, powered by twin Detroit Diesel engines with water-jet propulsion for agile handling and speeds up to 28 knots.
Tamiya’s 1/35 Scale Kit #150 is a vintage unassembled plastic model that faithfully reproduces the PBR31 Mk.II in detail. This classic kit captures the distinctive hull shape, turret armament, and deck fittings, offering modelers the opportunity to recreate a historically accurate Vietnam-era riverine patrol boat. Highly regarded among collectors and hobbyists, the kit reflects both the historically significant role of the PBR in riverine warfare and the craftsmanship of Tamiya’s model designs from its original release period.
The Merkava is Israel’s primary main battle tank, first introduced in 1979. Designed with a focus on crew survivability, it features a unique front-mounted engine and a heavily sloped glacis for protection. The tank has undergone several iterations, from the Merkava Mk 1 to the current Mk 4, improving firepower, armor, and mobility. Its design allows for carrying a small infantry squad and provides superior protection against anti-tank weapons, reflecting Israel’s operational needs in diverse combat environments.
The U.S. M113A2 Armored Personnel Carrier (APC) Desert Version is a variant of the widely used M113 family, designed to operate effectively in arid and sandy environments. Introduced during the 1980s, the A2 upgrade featured improved cooling systems, upgraded suspension, and better engine performance for enhanced mobility in extreme heat. Its lightweight aluminum armor provided protection against small arms fire and shrapnel while maintaining amphibious capability. This vehicle played a supporting role in reconnaissance, troop transport, and logistical movements during operations in desert theaters such as the Gulf War.
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