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2024年4月23日 · You then see four sprue trees, each which contains twelve individual sections of the PCP (pierced steel planking) or ‘Marston mat’ as it was often called.You’ll quickly notice that instructions are illustrated with images of quarter scale models of both the CH-54 Flying Crane and the AH-1G Cobra.

The M8A1 US Landing Mat, commonly known as the Marston Mat, was a crucial piece of military infrastructure used by the United States and its allies during World War II and beyond. Named after its inventor, Donald Bailey Marston, the matting system played a pivotal role in rapidly constructing temporary airstrips, roadways, and other logistical ...

2024年2月16日 · The M8A1 steel plates, developed by the US Army Corps of Engineers, were primarily used for the quick construction of temporary runways. These plates were extensively used during the Vietnam War in the late 1960s and early 1970s, particularly in army aviation for basing helicopters, light attack aircraft, and surveillance aircraft.

2025年3月1日 · Marston Mat, officially known as Pierced Steel Planking (PSP), was a type of portable steel runway used extensively by the U.S. military during World War II. It was designed for rapid construction of airstrips, particularly in remote or undeveloped areas, allowing aircraft to operate from makeshift airfields in combat zones.

2024年5月23日 · The instructions tell you to paint the planks in Gun Metal, number 1027 in ICM’s acrylic paint range. There is of course plenty of opportunity to weather them with rust and chipped/worn paint, so check your references to find your options.

2024年6月20日 · The original WW II type (with holes) can be found in the ICM line at kit # 49017 (though I have been unable to locate recently). For a much more in-depth look at the fascinating history of the Marston matting, I encourage you as modelers to the following websites for more historical background information:

Description. Marston Mat refers to special metal planks used during World War II for the rapid construction of temporary airfields. They were also known as PSP (Pierced Steel Planking). These planks were made of steel, could withstand heavy loads, and allowed for the installation of a stable and durable airfield surface for various types of aircraft on soft or unstable ground.

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