Pit Road 1/144 Scale Model D04 of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Air Cushion Craft "Type 1" Plastic Model. The LCAC-1 class air cushion landing craft (commonly known as LCAC) is a hovercraft-based landing craft developed and operated in the United States. The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force procured six of these between 1993 and 2000 to carry the Osumi-class transport ships. The LCAC's hull is constructed of light metal and features a full-circle rubber skirt around the underside. Its main engine is equipped with two lift fans for lift and two gas turbines for propulsion, and it uses a controllable pitch propeller and slew thrusters at the stern for navigation. Its load capacity is approximately 50 tons, allowing it to transport one Type 10, Type 90, or Type 74 tank, or four armored vehicles or large trucks. The crew consists of five people: the captain, engineer, navigator, deck engineer, and loadmaster. Initially, it served as a ship aboard the Osumi-class transport vessel, but in April 2004, it was upgraded to a Self-Defense Force vessel, designated the "Type 1" air cushion boat, and assigned to the 1st Air Cushion Boat Squadron, which is comprised of three Osumi-class transport vessels. In July 2016, the 1st Transport Squadron was transferred from the Escort Fleet to the Minesweeping Group, and in October 2020, it became part of the newly formed Amphibious Warfare and Mine Warfare Tactical Support Squadron (Amphibious Warfare and Mine Warfare Tactical Support Squadron).・1/144 scale plastic model ・Includes etched parts such as mesh for various sections ・Includes TPE skirt parts in sailing mode ・Includes decals for all ship numbers from 2101 (Air Cushion Boat No. 1) to 2106 (No. 6) ・Finished size: Length 186mm, Width 101.5mm ・Includes 1 ship *The image shows the assembled and painted product. *This product is a plastic model that requires assembly and painting. *Separate adhesives, tools, paints, etc. are required for assembly and painting. *"Plastic Model" is a registered trademark of the Japan Plastic Model Industrial Cooperative. *This product does not include adhesives, paints, tools, batteries, etc. To enjoy plastic models safely, it is important to build them in a well-ventilated area, avoiding high temperatures, humidity, and direct sunlight. Take care to prevent small children and pets from swallowing or injuring themselves, and handle tools safely. Care must be taken when assembling and storing the model, including avoiding humid days.
This plastic model requires assembly and painting. Separate adhesives, tools, paints, etc. are required. 1/144 scale unpainted plastic assembly kit
Completed size: 186mm
Includes etched parts such as mesh
Includes TPE skirt parts in sailing mode
