Italeri 6034 - 1/72 British Paratroopers Model Kit - Diorama Ready  [IT-6034S]

Italeri 6034 - 1/72 British Paratroopers 1/72
Price:
NZD$16.95
Brand:
Italeri
Model:
IT-6034S
GTIN:
8001283860345
Condition:
Brand New
Available in warehouse
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Italeri 6034 - 1/72 British Paratroopers: History in Miniature

The Italeri 6034 1/72 British Paratroopers set presents a snapshot of airborne troops from the British 1st Airborne Division, the "Red Devils", involved in Operation Market Garden in September 1944. That operation sought to capture strategic bridges across the Netherlands to enable a faster Allied advance toward Germany's industrial zones.

For modellers looking to capture period authenticity, 1/72 scale provides enough definition for helmets, webbing and weapons while keeping figures compact for shelf or base layouts. The kit rewards careful assembly and paintwork, offering realistic poses suitable for vignette scenes and battlefield dioramas.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1/72
  • Material: Polystyrene
  • Assembly: Requires glue
  • Paint: Not included
Yes. The parts are straightforward to trim and glue, though painting 1/72 scale does require steady hands. Start with basic washes and dry brushing to bring out uniform details.
They are standard 1/72 scale, so they pair well with other brands and vehicle kits in the same scale. Check poses and proportions when composing mixed-brand dioramas.
Wash parts to remove mould release, carefully remove flash and sprue marks, then prime with a fine hobby primer. That gives better paint adhesion and reveals any minor gaps to fill.

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