Scale: 1/72
$24.95 each
By: Airfix
Shipped from Ontario Canada
Added: 2025-03-28
SKU: GRA-AIR A02340
Category: Model Kits - Military
AI Description:
The Airfix model kit A02340 is a 1:72 scale replica of the Higgins LCVP (Landing Craft, Vehicle, Personnel). This kit allows you to construct a detailed model of the renowned World War II landing craft used predominantly during the D-Day landings and in the Pacific theater.
### Key Features:
- **Scale:** 1:72, which means the model is 1/72nd the size of the actual LCVP.
- **Parts:** The kit typically includes a detailed set of parts that need to be assembled. The number of parts can vary, but Airfix models are generally well-known for their attention to detail.
- **Detailing:** Expect intricate detailing on parts such as the hull, ramp, and deck areas, designed to replicate the real-life features of the Higgins LCVP.
- **Historical Significance:** The LCVP was critical for amphibious operations during the Second World War, capable of carrying 36 fully armed troops or a small vehicle, like a Jeep, to shore.
### Assembly:
- **Skill Level:** Often, Airfix kits range from beginner to expert levels. The LCVP, being a small and relatively simple subject compared to larger kits, might be suitable for modelers with some experience, possibly at an intermediate level.
- **Instructions:** The kit includes an instruction manual with a step-by-step guide for assembly. This will typically include illustrations and detailed steps to ensure proper construction.
- **Painting:** The model may require painting to achieve an authentic look. Kits often do not include paints or brushes, so these may need to be acquired separately.
### Box Contents:
- The kit generally includes the plastic components to assemble the LCVP.
- Transfers (decals) for marking the craft with historically accurate insignia.
### Historical Context:
- The Higgins LCVP was designed by Andrew Higgins, who modified a flat-bottomed boat used in the Louisiana swamps to craft a landing vessel suited for military objectives.
- The LCVP played a vital role in numerous amphibious assaults, most famously in Operation Overlord (the D-Day landings), making it one of the most iconic landing craft of the war.
### Additional Considerations:
- **Aftermarket Parts:** Enthusiasts looking to enhance their build might seek aftermarket photo-etched parts or accessories for even greater accuracy.
- **Community and Support:** Hobbyist communities and online forums can be an excellent resource for tips and advice specific to this model.
- **Display:** Once assembled and painted, the model makes for a great display piece, capturing an important part of military history.
If you are planning to build this kit, ensure you have the necessary tools, such as precision cutters, glue, files, and paintbrushes, to successfully complete the model. Additionally, patience and careful attention to the instructions will help ensure a high-quality build.
Manufacture's Description:
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About the Vehicle:
The Landing Craft, Vehicle, Personnel (LCVP) or Higgins Boat was one of the most vital pieces of Allied naval equipment of the Second World War. Used not only during Operation Overlord and the invasion of occupied France, but also throughout American naval operations in the Pacific, proving to be particularly useful during the operations at Okinawa and Iwo Jima. With a shallow draught and full-width bow ramp it was able to offload its cargo and leave the beach in just 3 to 4 minutes.
About the Model:
No Airifix range is complete without a water-based vehicle to accompany it, and the Higgins LCVP is the perfect choice for any collector! 2 choices of livery schemes and measuring 145mm in length makes the Higgins LCVP Airfix model a number 1 choice for modellers and military enthusiasts alike.
