From the BMC Toys CLASSIC TOY SOLDIER COLLECTORS SERIES, a fierce battle that marked a turning point in the Pacific War theater: The BATTLE OF SAIPAN 45 piece plastic army men playset contains 13 United Stated Soldiers, 2 Sherman Tanks, and 4 heavy armaments in OD Green. Tan pieces include 12 Japanese Soldiers, 2 Chi-Ha Tanks, and 4 heavy armaments. The set also includes 3 leafy green jungle trees, a coal-black bare tree, 2 gray rocks, and 2 flags. The tanks feature turrets that rotate, and the Sherman tank barrels elevate. The figures are approximately 1:32 scale and made from soft plastic. Vehicles and accessories are made from stiff plastic and range from 1:38 to 1:32 scale.

Most of these soldier figures, vehicles and accessories were initially offered to hobby collectors by Classic Toy Soldiers Company in the late1990s and early 2000s. Classic Toy Soldiers Co. worked with BMC Toys to make them available to today's youngsters. BMC Toys was founded by Bill McMaster in 1991 and specializes in producing historically accurate plastic army men figures and playsets in the classic realistic style of the 1950s and 1960s.

Instructions: With adult supervision, dip any bent part in hot water, then cold water to straighten. Some simple assembly required. These miniature figures are a perfect addition to any WWII Pacific Theater playset or school project diorama. Packaged in a full color box featuring a history of the battle story. Recommended for ages 5 and up