U.S. LCM-3 USN Vehicle Landing Craft, 1/48 - Hobby Boss 84817

The U.S. LCM-3 USN Vehicle Landing Craft model kit by Hobby Boss, reference 84817, reproduced at the 1/48 scale, features an American landing craft of the LCM-3 type used by the U.S. Navy during the Second World War.

The LCM, for Landing Craft Mechanized, is a vessel designed to transport vehicles, equipment, and personnel between ships and shore areas. Its distinctive front ramp makes it a particularly interesting subject for a naval, port, or landing scene.

The Hobby Boss 84817 kit

This plastic kit to be assembled includes more than 140 parts. Once built, the model measures approximately 317 mm long, 89 mm wide, and 107 mm high. The 1/48 scale provides a strong presence on display while also allowing you to consider a diorama project featuring vehicles or figures in the same scale.

Assembly calls for the usual steps of static modelmaking: preparing and separating the parts, gluing, optionally removing molding seams, applying paint, and adding decals. Using a primer before painting helps ensure an even, uniform finish. Then, a restrained weathering can be used to highlight areas exposed to sea spray, repeated handling, and loading operations.

Technical specifications

• Brand : Hobby Boss
• Reference : 84817
• Type : plastic model kit to be assembled
• Subject : U.S. LCM-3 USN Vehicle Landing Craft
• Scale : 1/48
• Period depicted : Second World War
• Number of parts : more than 140
• Length when assembled : approx. 317 mm
• Width when assembled : approx. 89 mm
• Height when assembled : approx. 107 mm

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For assembly and finishing, plan for glue suitable for plastic model kits, cutting and precision tools, fine abrasive paper, primer, and the paints required for your chosen decoration.