The photo above compares three metal Viet Cong figures from Platoon 20 (A,C,E) with a similar number of plastic NVA and VC troops, released originally by Esci (B,D,F). Click on the image for a larger version.
THE METAL FIGURES
Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:
The metal figures are from Platoon 20, currently manufactured by East Riding Miniatures. The “Vietnam Wars” range currently offered includes figures for the Vietminh to fight the French, as well as NVA, and VC for the later period.
Figure Characteristics:
Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 18mm.
Body Build: Average.
Availability and Cost:
As mentioned, Platoon 20 figures are available from East Riding Miniatures. They are generally sold in packages of 4, with multiples poses, for £2.50.
THE PLASTIC FIGURES
Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:
The plastic figures were originally released by Esci as set 229 “Vietnam War, North Vietnamese.” The box included 50 figures in 15 poses.
The set was reissued by Italeri as set 6079, “Vietnamese Army/Vietcong, Vietnam War.” Revell also produced it, as set 02526 “Vietcong, Vietnam War.”
Figure Characteristics:
Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 21mm.
Body Build: Average.
Availability and Cost:
The Italeri and Revell versions of this set can be found easily. For instance, ModelsForSale.com is selling the Italeri version for £6.50 and the Revell version for the much lower price of £4.88.
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