The AFV Club 1:350 US NAVY TYPE 2 LSTS LST-491 - CLASS LANDING SHIP TANK model kit allows you to build a precise replica of the legendary LST (Landing Ship Tank) class landing ship in 1/350 scale. The model depicts an LST-491 type unit, crucial for amphibious operations during World War II.
Product Features
This plastic model kit, offered by AFV Club, provides high-quality components necessary to create a detailed model of the LST-491 ship. The 1/350 scale allows for a high level of detail while enabling the model to be displayed in most collections. This is an ideal choice for modelers interested in naval history and amphibious vehicles.
Primary Use
The primary purpose of this product is for hobby static model building. The completed model can be an element of historical warship collections, naval dioramas depicting World War II amphibious operations, or as a standalone display showcasing a typical US Navy landing ship.
Kit Contents
The AFV Club 1:350 LST-491 kit includes all necessary components to build the basic structure of the model:
Precisely molded plastic sprues containing all structural elements of the ship.
A sheet of decals, allowing for the reproduction of historical markings and details for the LST-491.
A detailed assembly guide, leading step-by-step through the building process.
Key Technical Features and Materials
Scale: 1/350, ensuring faithful reproduction of the proportions and details of the actual landing ship.
Model Type: Static plastic model kit.
Material: High-quality polystyrene (modeling plastic), guaranteeing ease of processing and model durability.
Depiction: LST-491 class, a typical US Navy landing ship from the World War II era, with characteristic construction features.
Assembly Process and Required Accessories
Assembling the model requires precise cutting of parts from the sprues, fitting them, and gluing them together according to the included assembly guide. After assembly is complete, the model requires painting with model paints and applying the decals. Please note that some details may need to be painted before the final joining of components.
The following tools and materials are necessary to build the model (kit does NOT include paints and glue):
Modeling nippers for precise cutting of plastic parts.
Hobby knife for working on small details and removing flash.
File or sandpaper for smoothing surfaces and edges of parts.
Specialized plastic cement, ensuring strong and durable bonds.
Brushes or an airbrush for painting the model's surfaces.
Model paints suitable for plastic.
Suggested Paint Colors
The kit does not include paints, however, for a faithful reproduction of the US Navy LST-491 landing ship, it is recommended to use paints in standard US Navy camouflage schemes from the World War II era. Commonly used colors include:
Navy Blue (5-N)
Haze Grey (5-H)
Ocean Gray (5-O)
Deck Blue (20-B) for decks
Dark gray or black for the waterline and underwater hull sections.
Detailed painting schemes and assigned paint colors recommended by the manufacturer can be found in the instruction manual included with the kit.
Compatibility
The AFV Club 1:350 US NAVY TYPE 2 LSTS LST-491 model is compatible with a wide range of 1/350 scale modeling accessories, such as sailor figures, miniature landing vehicles (e.g., Jeeps, trucks), photo-etched parts (adding incredibly fine details like railings or radars), and upgrade sets. It can also be combined with other ship models or shoreline elements in the same scale to create extensive dioramas.
If you are unsure which accessories or paint colors to choose for this specific model, please contact us. We will be happy to assist you in selecting the appropriate materials.