US Airfield Surface M8A1 US Landing Mat Scale 1:48 Plastic Model Kit ICM 48410
Scale: 1:48
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Description
US Airfield Surface M8A1 Landing Mat is a 1/48 scale plastic diorama set by ICM representing portable metal airfield matting used by United States forces for temporary runways and aircraft parking areas.
M8A1 landing mat systems were designed to create stable operating surfaces for aircraft on improvised airfields. The perforated steel panels could be quickly assembled to form runways, taxiways, and service areas, allowing aircraft to operate from locations where prepared airfield infrastructure was unavailable.
M8A1 Landing Mat - Portable Airfield Surface
These modular metal panels were widely used by Allied forces to support aviation operations from temporary forward bases. The interlocking design allowed engineers to rapidly deploy airfield surfaces capable of supporting fighter and light bomber aircraft.
For modelers: The landing mat sections can be arranged in different layouts to create airfield scenes or aircraft parking areas. Weathering techniques such as metallic wear, dust, and operational markings can help represent a realistic temporary runway surface.
Kit Contents
- Plastic sprues with landing mat parts
- Clear plastic frame
- Painting guide
- Assembly instructions
Paints and glue are not included.
Model Kit Specifications
- Manufacturer: ICM
- Scale: 1/48
- Model (SKU): ICM48410
- Type: Diorama Set
- Subject: US Airfield Surface M8A1 Landing Mat
- Use: Airfield runway and parking surface
- Subject country: United States
- Period: World War II
- Condition: New in Box
- Kit description: Unpainted, unassembled plastic model kit. Paints and glue are not included.
This diorama set by ICM belongs to the Diorama Accessories category and can be used with 1/48 scale aircraft model kits to recreate realistic airfield scenes.
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Free international shipping is available for orders over US$150 to eligible destinations and is applied automatically at checkout when available.
Import duties
For orders shipped to the USA, import duties are handled during shipment. No additional payment is usually required upon delivery.
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