Prefab model 1/72 US Landing Boat LCM (3) Trumpeter 07213

LCM (3) (full English name: Landing Craft Mechanized 3) is an American landing craft of World War II and the postwar period. Barges of this type were massively built in 1942-1945. It is estimated that more than 8,500 barges of this type were built at that time. The LCM (3) had a total length of 15.2 meters and a width of 4.3 meters. The empty barge weighed approximately 23 tons, and the maximum loaded speed did not exceed 8 knots. Most often, deck armament consisted of two 7.62-mm Browning machine guns. LCM (3) was developed by the American entrepreneur and designer Andrew Higgins on the basis of another landing barge of his design - LCVP. Unlike its predecessor, the new barge was longer and wider, but overall was clearly modeled after it. The main task of the LCM (3) was to transport a single warhead (such as an M4 Sherman) weighing up to approx. 29-30 tons to the shore. The barge could also carry 60 soldiers in full gear or 27 tons of supplies. Units of this type were massively used during amphibious operations in Europe and the Far East. LCM 3 is an Allied landing barge of World War II. Two versions were created: BUREAU and Higgins. The first could carry 54 tons of cargo. The second, on the contrary, could transport an M4 tank or 60 soldiers or 27 tons of cargo. A set of polystyrene plastic models, an exact detailed copy of the real model. Assembly instructions and stickers are included (water-based stickers). The model is delivered disassembled and unpainted, it requires glue and paints for finishing. Unless stated on the box, the kit does not contain paints, glue or brushes. Additional products: You can find the necessary paints and sprays, adhesives and softeners for stickers, primers, fillers and fillers, tools, brushes in the sculpting materials. For further detailing, you can find various photoetched and resin parts.