Introduction
During the Vietnam War, the Patrol Boat, River (PBR) became the eyes and ears of the US Navy in the Mekong Delta. Fast, heavily armed, and shallow-drafted, these boats could navigate narrow waterways and respond swiftly to ambushes.
This 1/35 diorama captures a tense patrol on the Mekong: a US Navy PBR31 MKII cutting through muddy waters, its crew on high alert, while hidden dangers lurk within the dense jungle.
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Diorama Details
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PBR31 MKII Patrol Boat – Built from the classic Tamiya 1/35 kit and finished to museum-quality standards. Every detail is faithfully recreated, from the deck weapons and control cabin to the subtle weathering effects.
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Scratchbuilt River Base – Handcrafted river surface brings the muddy Mekong waters to life, complete with ripples and waves breaking around the boat’s hull.
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US Navy Crew – Four carefully painted figures in authentic Vietnam War uniforms, each posed to reflect vigilance and readiness.
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Jungle Realism – Custom foliage and riverbank vegetation recreate the tension of jungle warfare, hinting at the unseen presence of opposing forces.
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