1/35 USN "Pibber" PBR 31 Plastic Model Kit (TAM35150)

A 1/35-scale U.S. Navy Patrol Boat River (PBR-31) plastic model kit, delivering a faithful representation of the Vietnam-era river patrol craft for display and diorama-building. The real PBR-31 was a fiberglass-hulled boat designed for quick production and coastal or river patrols, crewed by four and armed with a pair of .50-caliber guns or grenade launcher on the fantail plus an M-60 on a midship mount. It was powered by two turbocharged Detroit Diesel 205 HP V-6 marine engines driving water-jet drives, capable of speeds over 25 knots.

Rendered at 1/35 scale, this kit captures the PBR-31’s distinctive profile and naval details, making it a compelling centerpiece for naval dioramas or Vietnam-era collections. It’s an ideal project for those who enjoy historical vessels and maritime history, offering a satisfying assembly and painting challenge for modelers interested in classic U.S. Navy craft.