AFV Club 35198 LVT-4 Water Buffalo (Late type) – 1/35 scale

The AFV Club 35198 LVT-4 Water Buffalo (Late type) in 1/35 scale is a high-quality plastic model kit that faithfully recreates the late version of the LVT-4 transport amphibian, known as the “Water Buffalo.” Manufactured by the renowned modeling company AFV Club, this kit delivers the level of detail and quality demanded by even the most discerning historical modeling enthusiasts.

The LVT-4 Water Buffalo was an American armored amphibious transporter extensively used during World War II by the United States forces and other Allied armies. Developed for amphibious assault operations, it played a crucial role in the battles of the Pacific, where it was used to quickly move soldiers, equipment, and supplies from ships to shore. The most famous operations involving the LVT-4 included landings at Iwo Jima, Okinawa, and Normandy (Operation Overlord). Production began in mid-1943, and the vehicle remained in use until the end of the war and even in the postwar period.

The AFV Club model is made of high-quality injection-molded plastic and belongs to the category of plastic model kits. It features a precisely rendered hull and details faithfully reproducing the late version of the vehicle, including:

• Realistically modeled interior details of the transport compartment
• Detailed depiction of armor elements and the tracked drive mechanism
• Option to assemble with open or closed ramp hatches
• Clear assembly instructions and decals for several military marking options

The kit does not include glue or paints—these must be purchased separately. The set contains no resin parts or photo-etched elements, but it features a very high level of detail in the plastic components.

We recommend this model to advanced modelers who appreciate the historically accurate representation of vehicles and wish to further develop their skills through assembling military models in 1/35 scale. The difficulty level is rated at 4/5—the kit requires precision and experience, especially when assembling the interior and painting the numerous details.

AFV Club 35198 LVT-4 Water Buffalo (Late type) is an essential addition for any fan of World War II military vehicle models, allowing you to build an authentic replica of the American amphibious vehicle that changed the course of many key amphibious operations.