{"title":"Special Navy","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"1-72-biber-german-midget-submarine","title":"1\/72 Biber (German Midget Submarine)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1\/72 Biber (German Midget Submarine)\u003c\/b\u003e by \u003cb\u003eSpecial Navy\u003c\/b\u003e delivers a detailed and accurate scale model experience for hobbyists and collectors interested in World War II naval history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly detailed parts: Crisp moulding captures the unique features of the Biber submarine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic decals: Markings for accurate historical representation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear assembly instructions: Step-by-step guide for smooth building\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinished Model Dimensions (Approximate):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 21 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 3.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Special Navy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Biber (German Midget Submarine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParts count: 40+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Injection-moulded plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembly: Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint\/Glue: Required (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended Age: 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHull Type: Full Hull\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay Stand: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e Model kit enthusiasts, naval history fans, and anyone looking to expand their scale model or hobby collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Biber was a German midget submarine developed during World War II for covert operations and attacks on Allied shipping. 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