This kit from AFV Club is a new mold! The LST-491-class tank landing ship was commissioned by the U.S. Navy in World War II, and by adopting hinged ramps, it enabled the quick and efficient transportation of vehicles and supplies; it was pivotal to the Normandy landing operation. AFV Club's kit precisely reproduces both the exterior and the interior of this vehicle, with both the bow door and lamp able to be opened and closed after assembly. All of the AA guns can be positioned in horizontal or anti-aircraft positions. You can select to assemble it with any of three types of bridge, too. Features - Newly-tooled bow foredeck section. - Newly-tooled vehicle ramp connecting the main deck and third deck. - The ramp can be positioned in closed or lowered position. - Three variants of newly-tooled bridges to choose from. - All AA guns can be positioned in horizontal or anti-aircraft position. - Decals for 6 different LST-491 class boats included. - The bow outer doors can be positioned open or closed. - Highly-detailed tank and vehicle deck. - Highly-detailed Higgins Boats and Welin davits system.