Description

 

D-DAY EIGHTY SERIES 1944/2024 - New decals sheet for 4 versions - Color Instuctions sheet

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To meet the logistical needs of the US Army landing forces in transferring loads quickly and efficiently from ships to beaches, the American General Motor CCKW-353 2½ t 6x6 amphibious version tactical transport truck was designed and built for this purpose. The basic vehicle components were the same as the GMC road truck with its 4,400 cm3 6-cylinder engine, three differentials and six driving wheels. The DUKW was characterized by a welded hull to make it amphibious, which was then reinforced by horizontal ribs. Its key attribute however was its extraordinary versatility and load capacity. It could carry a 2,400 kg  payload or 25 fully equipped troops. DUKWs were deployed extensively in all theaters of war by the U.S. Army, U.S. Marines and the armed forces of numerous Allied countries. Notably, they featured in many significant WW11 beach landings including the D-Day Normandy landings at Utah and Omaha and also at Salerno, Anzio and on the beaches of the Pacific campaign.

Suggested colors

F Black 4768AP | F.S. 37038

F Dark Tan 4709AP | F.S. 30219

F Euro I Dark Green 4729AP | F.S. 34092

F Field Drab 4708AP | F.S. 30118

F Flat Rubber 4861AP | F.S. 26081

MF Gun Metal 4681AP | F.S. 37200

F Light Brown 4305AP | F.S. 30219

F Olive Drab US Army 4728AP | F.S. 34084

G Red 4605AP | F.S. 11302

F Sand 4720AP | F.S. 30475

MG Silver 4678AP | F.S. 17178

MF Steel 4679AP | F.S. 37178

F White 4769AP | F.S. 37875

F Wood 4673AP | F.S. 17043

Decals for 4 versions

U.S.A. United Kingdom

SKU 8001283063920
Barcode # 8001283063920
Brand Italeri