{"product_id":"tamiya-1-35-us-mci-cartons","title":"Tamiya 1\/35 US MCI Cartons","description":"\u003ch1\u003eTamiya 1\/35 U.S. MCI Cartons (Vietnam War)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTamiya's 1\/35 scale U.S. MCI Cartons (Vietnam War) set adds an extra layer of realism to Vietnam War-era military dioramas and vehicle displays. The kit recreates the \u003cstrong\u003eMeal, Combat, Individual (MCI)\u003c\/strong\u003e ration cartons issued to U.S. troops beginning in the 1960s, accurately reproducing the cardboard shipping sleeves and individual ration cartons commonly found at forward operating bases, supply depots, and field camps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach carton is assembled from multiple parts, allowing builders to display the ration boxes either stored inside their protective sleeves or removed for use in a diorama. Designed to complement 1\/35 scale military vehicles, figures, and field equipment, this accessory set is an excellent finishing touch for Vietnam War scenes or supply and logistics displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1\/35 scale military accessory model kit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepicts U.S. MCI (Meal, Combat, Individual) ration cartons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on Vietnam War-era military supplies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMulti-part carton construction for realistic appearance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCartons can be displayed inside or outside their sleeves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes parts to build multiple MCI cartons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrisp cardboard texture and panel detail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for supply dumps, camps, and logistics dioramas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with 1\/35 scale Vietnam War military vehicles and figures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade of plastic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncluded in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eU.S. MCI carton parts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtective sleeve parts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstruction manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTamiya\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMilitary Detail-Up Parts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharacter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eU.S. MCI Cartons (Vietnam War)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/35 Military Detail-Up Parts Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/35\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMilitary Diorama Accessory Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAssembly Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible with 1\/35 scale Vietnam War military vehicles, figures, and dioramas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12685\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout U.S. MCI Cartons\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Meal, Combat, Individual (MCI) replaced the long-serving C-Ration as the standard field ration for U.S. military personnel during the Vietnam War. Each MCI carton contained individually packaged meals along with crackers, spreads, desserts, beverages, and accessory packs containing essentials such as salt, sugar, chewing gum, matches, and tissue. These cartons became a familiar sight throughout the conflict, appearing at supply points, firebases, command posts, and field encampments where troops relied on them during extended operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Tamiya Military Detail-Up Parts Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTamiya's Military Detail-Up Parts Series is designed to enhance military models and dioramas with realistic accessories and equipment. The lineup includes stowage items, ammunition, fuel containers, rations, tools, and other battlefield necessities that accurately reflect historical military operations. These sets are engineered to integrate seamlessly with Tamiya's 1\/35 military kits, allowing builders to create more immersive and authentic display scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lightspeed Global","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45395688685765,"sku":"TAM-12685","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8355\/files\/1_44_1580a34a-97cc-4845-a9ab-1ba474a739ca.jpg?v=1764087596","url":"https:\/\/www.usagundamstore.com\/products\/tamiya-1-35-us-mci-cartons","provider":"USA Gundam Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}