Revell 85-0321 US Navy Swift Boat Mk.I 1:72 Model Kit

Model Overview

Revell 85-0321 is a 1:72 plastic model kit of the US Navy Swift Boat Mk.I. It is supplied as a project to assemble and display. This exact release contains 93 parts. Model Steam rates the construction Intermediate, based on the techniques and handling needed to complete the supplied model.

Design & Detail

Revell 85-0321 depicts a US Navy Swift Boat Mk.I of the Vietnam War period. The manufacturer lists a one-piece hull, a detailed superstructure interior, two machine guns, a display stand and decals for PCF-9, PCF-65 and PCF-103. It is a 93-part plastic patrol-boat kit, rather than a battleship, RC boat or ready-built watercraft.

Specifications & Features

• Brand and reference: Revell 85-0321
• Subject: US Navy Swift Boat Mk.I
• Scale: 1:72
• Main material: Plastic
• Supplied format: Unassembled plastic kit
• Parts: 93
• Finished dimensions: About 21.3cm long × 5.8cm wide
• Manufacturer age guidance: 12+
• Model Steam difficulty: Intermediate

Build Experience

The one-piece hull simplifies the main body, while the interior, superstructure and smaller deck fittings need a planned assembly and painting sequence. Those dependent stages support an Intermediate rating. Revell’s US Skill Level 4 is recorded separately and is not assumed to be the same scale as every other manufacturer rating.

Read the instructions before removing parts from their frames. Test the fit of the major assemblies before applying adhesive, and plan any interior painting before those areas become enclosed. Leave smaller exterior fittings until the sequence calls for them, and give glued joints time to set before handling the model.

Plastic modelling cement and paints are separate supplies for this kit. Painting is optional for assembly, but the illustrated finished appearance requires an appropriate paint and decal finish. Plan those supplies before starting, especially where an interior needs painting before the main body is closed.

Display & Collection

The manufacturer gives an overall length of 8.39 inches and width of 2.28 inches, approximately 21.3 × 5.8cm. The included stand supports a land-based display. Choose the appropriate markings before completing the exterior finish, and keep its Vietnam-era subject separate from a WW2 naval scene.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this supplied assembled?

No. This is Revell 85-0321, a 1:72 plastic model kit of the US Navy Swift Boat Mk.I. The supplied components need to be assembled before the model can be displayed.

How demanding is the construction?

Model Steam rates it Intermediate. The rating concerns building the supplied model, including parts handling and alignment; it does not measure historical knowledge, playing skill or optional advanced finishing.

Are paint and glue needed?

Glue is needed for the conventional plastic assembly. Paint is a separate supply for the illustrated finish; this release is not supplied as a painted and assembled display model.

How large is the finished model?

The verified finished dimensions are about 21.3cm long × 5.8cm wide. Allow extra clearance around small projecting parts and check your shelf or cabinet before beginning the build.

Does this model operate under power?

This release is intended for a static display. Any movable or poseable details are hand-positioned features and do not provide powered operation, flight, sailing or radio control.

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