Artitec 6870221 US Amphibious 2.5t DUKW Iwo Jima Pacific 1:87 HO Scale Model

US Amphibious 2.5t DUKW Iwo Jima (Pacific) (6870221)

$61.95
$61.95
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Artitec 6870221 US Amphibious 2.5t DUKW Iwo Jima Pacific 1:87 HO Scale Model
  • Artitec 6870221 US Amphibious 2.5t DUKW Iwo Jima Pacific 1:87 HO Scale Model
  • Artitec 6870221 US Amphibious 2.5t DUKW Iwo Jima Pacific 1:87 HO Scale Model
  • Artitec 6870221 US Amphibious 2.5t DUKW Iwo Jima Pacific 1:87 HO Scale Model
  • Artitec 6870221 US Amphibious 2.5t DUKW Iwo Jima Pacific 1:87 HO Scale Model
  • Artitec 6870221 US Amphibious 2.5t DUKW Iwo Jima Pacific 1:87 HO Scale Model
  • Artitec 6870221 US Amphibious 2.5t DUKW Iwo Jima Pacific 1:87 HO Scale Model
  • Artitec 6870221 US Amphibious 2.5t DUKW Iwo Jima Pacific 1:87 HO Scale Model
  • Artitec 6870221 US Amphibious 2.5t DUKW Iwo Jima Pacific 1:87 HO Scale Model
US Amphibious 2.5t DUKW Iwo Jima (Pacific) (6870221)

US Amphibious 2.5t DUKW Iwo Jima (Pacific) (6870221)

$61.95
$61.95
Manufacturer Artitec
Scale 1:87 HO Scale
Dimensions L: 4.4 in"  W: 1.1 in"  H: 1.3 in"
Era / Conflict World War II / Pacific Theater / Iwo Jima
Country United States
Military Branch U.S. Army
Model Type Amphibious Transport Vehicle
Assembly Ready Made
Paint Scheme Pacific Theater Camouflage

About the Model

A Ready-Made 1:87 / HO scale Artitec U.S. 2.5-ton DUKW amphibious truck finished in a heavily weathered Pacific Theater camouflage scheme. This Iwo Jima-themed model captures the distinctive boat-like hull, open cargo compartment, exposed driver’s position, and six-wheel truck layout of the famous WWII “Duck.” The model includes layered field details such as side ropes, stowage, spare tire, rear equipment, folded windshield, and a striking shark-mouth marking on the front hull.

  • Ready-Made 1:87 / HO scale Artitec model
  • U.S. 2.5-ton DUKW amphibious truck in Iwo Jima / Pacific Theater finish
  • Distinctive boat-shaped hull with six-wheel amphibious truck configuration
  • Detailed open driver’s compartment with folded windshield and steering wheel
  • Open rear cargo bed with wood-plank floor, side panels, stowage, packs, netting, and spare tire
  • Includes side ropes, hull fittings, rear equipment, lifting points, wheels, tires, and amphibious hull detailing
  • Pacific camouflage finish with shark-mouth nose art, heavy dusting, worn edges, rust streaks, and weathered lower hull
  • Ideal for World War II, Pacific Theater, Iwo Jima, amphibious landing, beachhead, supply, and U.S. military scenes
  • Suitable for military collectors, HO-scale layouts, vehicle displays, and dioramas

This is not a toy and not to be used by children younger than 16 years of age.
About the Real Thing

The DUKW was an American amphibious 2.5-ton truck developed during World War II to move cargo, troops, and supplies directly from ship to shore. Based on the GMC 6x6 truck chassis, the DUKW combined road wheels with a boat-like hull and propeller drive, allowing it to operate both on land and in the water.

Nicknamed the “Duck,” the DUKW became an important logistics vehicle during Allied amphibious operations. It was used to carry ammunition, fuel, food, medical supplies, and personnel across beaches where conventional trucks could not operate until landing areas were secured. In the Pacific Theater, vehicles like the DUKW were especially valuable because island landings often involved difficult surf, soft sand, coral beaches, and limited port facilities. During operations such as Iwo Jima, amphibious supply vehicles helped keep beachheads moving under extremely challenging conditions.
About Artitec Read-Made

Artitec’s ready-made models are authentically handcrafted, made from high-end resin. Each model is pre-assembled, painted by hand, and often subtly weathered to create a realistically aged look and feel. Models are unique collectables, manufactured in limited production runs.

  • Artitec models are made using plastic (resin) casting technique, under vacuum conditions. This allows for finer, to-scale details, unachievable by other methods. Small details are added by using etched brass parts.
  • These ready-made models are pre-assembled by experts. Assembling model kits can be time consuming and require significant effort to achieve high quality results.
  • Models are hand painted by disciplined artists. Painting and weathering models is not a quick activity, and requires years of refined skill. Perfect for customers looking for realism without the time commitment.

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