{"product_id":"67962-academy-12347-usn-pv-1-quotsolomon-islands-theatrequot-148","title":"Academy 12347 USN PV-1 \"Solomon Islands Theater\" 1\/48","description":"```html\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Product\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eAcademy 12347 USN PV-1 \"Solomon Islands Theatre\" 1\/48\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcademy 12347 USN PV-1 \"Solomon Islands Theatre\" in 1\/48 scale\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality plastic model kit representing the legendary American bomber and patrol aircraft Lockheed PV-1 Ventura in the Solomon Islands Theatre color scheme from World War II. The model is intended for demanding modelers interested in military aviation as well as historical battle scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/48 – the model is approximately 31 cm long with a wingspan of about 43 cm, ideal for display and dioramas\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUser countries:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States (Navy), also used by the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period:\u003c\/strong\u003e World War II (1942–1945), as well as the post-war years\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e precisely cast plastic (polystyrene); the kit does not include resin, metal, or photo-etched parts, but features clearly rendered panel lines, cockpit interior, and landing gear details\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e fuselage, wing, armament details, decals in US NAVY Pacific Theatre variant, and clear assembly instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe model represents the PV-1 variant widely used during the Solomon Islands campaign, where these airplanes carried out patrol, anti-submarine, and bombing missions against Japanese positions. The PV-1 became renowned for its rugged design – it could carry up to 1800 kg of bombs, was equipped with four 12.7 mm machine guns in the nose and two movable turrets; in the Solomon Islands, it played a significant role in supporting American landings and naval operations in 1943–1944.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Academy 12347 kit is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers seeking a challenge and a well-detailed World War II aircraft model. Thanks to the clear instructions and high-quality castings, assembly is rated at a \u003cstrong\u003edifficulty level of 3\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eTo build the PV-1 model you will need model glue and paints (not included) – we recommend products dedicated to plastic modeling to achieve the best historical replication. Academy 12347 USN PV-1 is an excellent addition to World War II aviation collections, perfect for enthusiasts of American aircraft and Pacific scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n```","brand":"Academy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54734979858766,"sku":"ACAD-12347","price":33.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/2c5d58dec7b4a89beaee6f5286050d2d.jpg?v=1755730667","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/de\/products\/67962-academy-12347-usn-pv-1-quotsolomon-islands-theatrequot-148","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}