Continuing with their trip down memory lane, Revell Models announces the re-release of the 1/96 PT 212 Torpedo Boat. Utilizing vintage molds, this US Navy Higgins built 78’ PT Boat features a 1-piece full hull, display stand, full deck armament and 3 crew figures. The completed model is approximately 9" long.

Ship History
“Like the Elco's, Higgins 78' boats were periodically updated and reconfigured for the missions they were call upon to perform. Built by Higgins Industries in New Orleans, these boats also took on a gun boat configuration, rather then their traditional torpedo role, because of the nature of wartime tactics in the Pacific. Many PT boats were given the tasks of harassing and controlling the enemy left behind on islands that were skipped over by the advancing allied forces. The PT boats became "Barge Busters" with their relentless attacks on enemy barges and boats used to supply and ferry the enemy from island to island. They were also called upon to support troop landings and rescues.

Higgins boats played a large roll in the Mediterranean Sea area combating enemy shipping. Including duels with German E-boats or S-Boats (Schnellbooten) and heavily armored and armed barges known as F-lighters.”

Number Built: 200
PT Boat Numbers: 71-94, 197-254, 265-313, 450-485, 564
Service: 146 used by U.S. Navy, 7 sent to Britain, 46 sent to USSR

1943 Series Basic
Specifications: Length 78'-6"
Beam 20'-1"
Draft 5'-3"
Weight 43 Tons
Speed 40 Knots
Engines 3 - 1350 h.p.
Basic Crew: 2 Officers, 9 Enlisted Men

1945 Series Basic
Specifications:
Length 78'-6"
Beam 20'-1"
Draft 5'-3"
Weight 48 Tons
Speed 40 Knots
Engines 3 - 1500 h.p.
Basic Crew: 3 Officers, 14 Enlisted Men