Italeri S.L.C. Maiale with Crew Model Kit Scale 1:35
- Brand: Italeri
- MPN: 5621
- Scale: 1/35
- Type: Submarine
- Material: Plastic
- Model: S.L.C. Maiale with Crew Model Kit
- AGE: 14+
- Colour: Multicoloured
- Country of Origin: Italy
- Product Features: Not Painted
- Product Length: 19.5 cm
- Year Released: 2022
- Weight: 0.17 Kg
Product Information
Based upon the experiences and successes of the Italian Regia Marina in the First World War.
In 1935 Teseo Tesei and Elios Toschi developed and perfected the Siluro a Lenta Corsa (S.L.C.), which was more informally known as "Maiale” (Pig). This was a torpedo modified to allow it to be guided underwater by two operators equipped with respirators. It was intended to carry a high explosive warhead under the keel of enemy ships. The modified torpedoes had limited speed, were fitted with a guidance system and held batteries that powered the electric motor which guaranteed a range of 12-15 miles. The most notable action of these Italian Navy raiders took place on 19th December 1941.
Transported by the submarine "Scirè" to the strongly defended Alexandria harbour, the S.L.C.’s were able to attack and disable for several months, Royal Navy battleships H.M.S: Valiant and the H.M.S. Queen Elizabeth.
Model Specifications:
- Scale: 1:35
- Skill: 3
- Model Length: 19.8cm
Model Features:
- Photo etched fret
- 2 New crews figures
- Color instructions sheet
DOES NOT INCLUDE SEA MINES.
PAINTS AND GLUE NOT INCLUDED.
Packaging Dimensions: Length: 29 cm Height: 19 cm Width: 4 cm All measurements are approximates to the nearest 0.5cm
Safety Information: For adult collectors age 14 and over.
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