Zvezda 6168 British Mortar w/ Crew 1939 1/72

Zvezda 6168 British Mortar w/ Crew 1939 1/72 – British Mortar with Crew, World War II, 1:72 Scale

Zvezda 6168 British Mortar w/ Crew 1939 in 1:72 scale is a model kit representing the British 3" mortar with a four-man crew, used by the British Army during the early period of World War II. The model accurately depicts the standard British infantry mortar Mk II, which played a crucial role in all theaters of war from September 1939 until the end of the conflict.

• Scale: 1:72
• Manufacturer: Zvezda
• Country of use: United Kingdom and Commonwealth countries
• Period of use: World War II (1939-1945)
• Category: Plastic model kit (for self-assembly and painting)
• Material: High-quality plastic
• Extras: The set contains the mortar and four finely detailed British soldier figures with their individual combat equipment. It does not include resin parts, metal barrels or photo-etched extras, which allows for quick assembly and painting.

Historically, British 81 mm mortars were widely used from the 1939 campaigns in France and Belgium, through the defense of Dunkirk, as well as actions in North Africa, Normandy, Italy, and Burma. Their light weight, ease of use, and high firepower made them a staple fire support weapon for infantry units. The figures included in the set faithfully reproduce the uniforms and characteristic helmets of the British Army at the start of the war.

The Zvezda 6168 British Mortar w/ Crew 1939 1/72 model is an excellent choice for modelers passionate about World War II dioramas and collectors of miniature infantry vehicles and weaponry. Detailed reproduction, ease of assembly, and accessibility make this set suitable for both beginners and more advanced modelers. Assembly difficulty level: 2/5. It's a perfect addition to any 1:72 scale British troops collection!