{"product_id":"2770-italeri-7022-dukw-172","title":"Italeri 7022 DUKW 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eItaleri 7022 DUKW (1\/72) – Plastic model of an American WWII military amphibious vehicle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eItaleri 7022 DUKW in 1\/72 scale\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality plastic model kit designed for fans of military vehicles and historical modeling. This precisely detailed set represents the legendary DUKW amphibious transport vehicle, widely used by the United States Army during World War II and in the postwar period.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eAbout the DUKW\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eModel scale: 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCategory: Plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCountry of original user: United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePeriod of use: World War II, Korean conflict, postwar period (from 1942 to the 1960s)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: High-quality plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe kit does not include glue or paints\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The DUKW, also known as the “Duck,” was designed in 1942 for the needs of the American army. It was a six-wheeled amphibious transport vehicle based on the GMC CCKW truck, adapted for carrying cargo and soldiers both on land and across water. This vehicle played a key role during the Allied landings in Normandy (D-Day), Sicily, and in operations in the Pacific. After the war, the DUKW continued to serve with NATO armies and was even used in rescue and civilian operations.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eItaleri 7022 kit contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Italeri DUKW (1:72) model is intricately detailed, capturing the distinctive features of the vehicle's construction, including the open cargo area, cab details, flotation tanks, and drive system. The kit is meant for manual assembly and painting—giving the modeler an opportunity to personalize the paint finish according to authentic color schemes used by Americans during WWII. There are no photo-etched parts or resin accessories—the focus is on classic plastic construction.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWho do we recommend it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Italeri 7022 DUKW is recommended for both beginners and intermediate modelers (difficulty level: 2\/5). It's an ideal choice for creating dioramas or a collection of historical vehicles in the popular 1\/72 scale. Thanks to its rich details, the model offers a great basis for further modifications and upgrades—making it an interesting proposal for both military and history enthusiasts.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Choose Italeri 7022 DUKW and immerse yourself in the realities of WWII military operations!\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Italeri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719728058702,"sku":"IT7022","price":11.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/1d9c987b79ee192c1eb0a91ca2c2a038.jpg?v=1755479889","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.de\/en\/products\/2770-italeri-7022-dukw-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}