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In 1:72 scale, this challenging build has 290 pieces and a single scheme option, sure to fill many a happy hobby hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRestricted by the terms of the Treaty of Versailles, the German Kriegsmarine exploited a loophole by designing a fleet of fast, wooden-hulled attack craft they referred to as Schnellboots. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpertly designed, these vessels were perfected over time. By the outbreak of the Second World War, they had become a devastatingly effective part of Germany’s naval strength. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowered by three diesel engines and featuring a triple rudder arrangement, Germany’s E Boats were some of the fastest warships in the world. With their low profile, high manoeuvrability and torpedo armament, if they penetrated any Allied convoy, they could destroy several vessels and make their escape before coming under return fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item grid__item--40\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"whatsInside\" class=\"section section--default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"heading--3\"\u003eWhat's Inside\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid grid--2-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item wysiwyg\"\u003ePlastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54085585535299,"sku":"A10280V","price":49.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/8477\/7795\/files\/a10280v_1.jpg?v=1768477515"},{"product_id":"academy-1-72-usn-pby-5a-battle-of-midway-80th-anniversary","title":"Academy 1:72 USN PBY-5A Battle of Midway  80th Anniversary 12573","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn October 1933, the US Navy placed an order with Consolidated and Douglas for prototypes of new machines. The prototype constructed by Consolidated, designated XP3Y-1, became a flying boat built in the largest number of copies. The internal designation assigned to the structure by the company is Consolidated 28. The aircraft, just like its predecessor - P2Y - had a high wing system. The new design, however, uses a system of internal stiffening curvatures, which made the wing look like a free-bearing structure. The only exception was the two small, profiled supports on both sides of the plane, between the fuselage and the centre wing. As a result, version 28 was devoid of sources of additional aerodynamic drag, generated in earlier designs by struts and stiffening straps, which were the cause of lower flight parameters. Another aerodynamic innovation limiting drag was the use of stabilizing floats, which were folded up during flight to form a profiled wing tip. The hull with two redans was very similar to that of the P2Y, but in the 28 version it had a streamlined, cross-shaped self-supporting tail. The prototype was powered by two 836HP Pratt-Whitney R-1830-54 Twin Wasp engines, installed on the leading edge of the wing. The armament consisted of four 7.62 mm machine guns and a bomb load of up to 907 kg. The first flight took place on March 28, 1935, after which the XP3Y-1 was promptly handed over to the US Navy for operational evaluation. The tests proved the significant advantage of the P3Y-1 over the patrol flying boats used so far. The long range and improved properties when taking off from land-based airfields meant that the US Navy expressed interest in the further development of the structure so that it could be used as a patrol-bomber. Therefore, in October 1935, the prototype returned to the parent plant to continue construction work on it. They included i.a. development of new R-1830-64 engines with a capacity of 912HP. A redesigned vertical tail was also introduced and a new prototype, designated XPBY-1, was flew on May 19, 1936, and soon the serial PBY-1 began to be delivered to the US Navy. After minor changes, the planes ordered in July 1936 received the designation PBY-2, and the following PBY-3 and PBY-4 were fitted with the R-1830-66 (1014KM) and R-1830-72 (1065KM) engines, respectively. In April 1939, the last of the PBY-4 machines was returned to the production plants for the installation of a wheeled chassis. Such equipment made the plane amphibious, extending the possibilities of its use. This specimen, leaving the production plant in November 1939 after the modification was completed, received the designation XPBY-5A. Test flights confirmed the advantage of this version over the previous one. Therefore, the planes ordered by the US Navy as PBY-5 were equipped as amphibians in accordance with the PBY-5A standard. Intensive use led to the thought that the plane could have significantly improved characteristics by redesigning the fuselage. The necessary tests and design works were carried out by Naval Aircraft Factory and the next, last production version of Catalina was already called PBY-6A. 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With over 1490 parts, this will keep you busy for a while.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNicknamed \"The Mighty Hood\" she was the largest ship in the Royal Navy for over 20 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis British battle \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/technology\/cruiser\" class=\"md-crosslink\" data-show-preview=\"true\"\u003ecruiser was \u003c\/a\u003e launched in 1918 and destroyed on May 24, 1941, during \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/event\/World-War-II\" class=\"md-crosslink\" data-show-preview=\"true\"\u003eWorld War II\u003c\/a\u003e in the Battle of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/place\/Denmark-Strait\" class=\"md-crosslink autoxref\" data-show-preview=\"true\"\u003eDenmark Strait\u003c\/a\u003e. Its sinking, which led to the deaths of all but 3 of a crew of 1,418, remains the single greatest loss of life in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/topic\/Royal-Navy\" class=\"md-crosslink\" data-show-preview=\"true\"\u003eRoyal Navy\u003c\/a\u003e history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eL: 1318mm, W: 163mm. Total Parts: 1490+. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1:200 scale plastic model kit from Trumpeter, requires paint and glue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trumpeter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54281255354691,"sku":"3710","price":369.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/8477\/7795\/files\/s-l1600_dffe3147-7e78-4ecd-9765-a34c955a7cac.webp?v=1773759866"},{"product_id":"tamiya-31911-1-700-us-navy-destroyer-dd412-hammann","title":"Tamiya 31911 1:700 US Navy Destroyer DD412 Hammann","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe USS Hammann (DD-412) was a Sims class destroyer that was commissioned in 1939. In 1942, she rescued men from the stricken aircraft carrier Lexington. However, she may be best known for her final moments, in the Battle of Midway. Having rescued the crew of the badly-damaged USS Yorktown aircraft carrier, it remained alongside to assist with repairs when the ships were attacked by a Japanese I-168 submarine, the Hammann eventually taking a torpedo and sinking. The Tamiya model kit faithfully captures all the details of this historic ship. Tamiya's designers have taken great care in researching the archives to bring the avid modeler the most accurate scale model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54341420253507,"sku":"31911","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/8477\/7795\/files\/31911_1.jpg?v=1775745631"},{"product_id":"tamiya-31460-1-700-japanese-navy-destroyer-shimakaze","title":"Tamiya 31460 1\/700 Japanese Navy Destroyer Shimakaze","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Shimakaze was a destroyer that once could boast being one of the fastest on the seas at 40.9 knots, thanks to 75,000hp from her steam turbines. Her quintuple torpedo launchers were designed especially for her. While 16 ships were originally planned for her class, she ended up the only one of her kind. She was commissioned on May 10th, 1943 and served across the theatre of conflict until she was sunk in an attack by U.S. aircraft in the Battle of Ormoc Bay, November 1944.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Shimakaze Waterline model kit was originally released in 1972. This 2017 version of the model kit is completely new, as it was designed using up-to-date documents to re-capture her with superb accuracy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/700 scale plastic model assembly kit. 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It was a glorious first battle, with all the attack squadrons returning home with great success. This was followed by the Battle of Ceylon in April 1947 and the Battle of the Coral Sea in May, sinking the British aircraft carrier Hermis and the American aircraft carrier Lexington, respectively. 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The next morning, the Bismarck was finally surrounded by the British fleet. 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Comprising 128 components, this Skill Level 2 kit is designed for modellers aged 8 and up, providing a faithful depiction of one of the Royal Navy's key warships from the Second World War. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit includes two paint options, enabling you to replicate specific configurations from the ship's notable wartime service. Part of the Airfix Vintage Classics collection, this plastic model kit combines nostalgia with historical precision, celebrating a classic design from Airfix's storied past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1:600 scale model kit with 128 plastic components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkill Level 2 - suitable for modellers aged 8 years and older\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes two genuine paint schemes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecreates HMS Suffolk's 1941 wartime configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of the esteemed Battle of Bismarck series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage Classics design honouring Airfix heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurate depiction of a County-class heavy cruiser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHMS Suffolk was a distinguished County-class heavy cruiser in the Royal Navy during the Second World War. 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It also had carefully designed armor and watertight bulkheads, increasing its survivability on the battlefield. This revolutionary unit was the flagship of the Home Fleet in 1907-1912. The ship took a limited part in World War I - including: it did not participate in the Battle of Jutland in 1916. His only significant achievement was the sinking by ramming of the German U-29 submarine in 1915. 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The main armament was 8 380 mm guns in four twin turrets, and the secondary armament included: 12 150 mm guns or 16 105 mm guns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Tirpitz was the second Bismarck-class ship. It was ordered to replace in line the old battleship Schleswig-Holstein, completely obsolete in the 1930s - the same one whose volleys on Westerplatte started World War II in Europe. At the time of launching, Tirpitz was the largest German ship. It had good armor, and its main or secondary armament was in no way inferior to its counterparts on British ships. Shortly after entering service - in June and July 1941 - he insured the activities of the German troops as part of Operation Barbarossa, but no more serious actions against the Soviet fleet took place at that time. Following these actions, Tirpitz was forwarded to the base in Trondheim, Norway at the turn of 1941 and 1942, from where he began to operate against Allied convoys sailing with Lend-and-lease to Murmansk via the North Atlantic and Norwegian Sea. In July 1942, the mere departure from the port of the battleship Tirpitz led to the dispersion of the PQ-17 convoy, which was then decimated by German planes and U-boats. Undoubtedly, Tirpitz's presence in the northern waters was a great nuisance for the Royal Navy, and it involved 5-7 British battleships! It is no coincidence that the German ship was nicknamed \"Lonely Lord of the North\". Accordingly, in 1943-1944 the British undertook several actions with miniature submarines, which led to damage to the ship. 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Comprising 276 pieces and rated at skill level 4, this kit enables seasoned modellers to construct the formidable Mountbatten Class Hovercraft, which transformed cross-Channel travel beginning in 1969. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt showcases detailed features of the four Rolls Royce Proteus turboprop engines, enormous 5.8 metre diameter Dowty Rotol propellers on pylons, and the unique amphibious design that made these vessels iconic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Contents may vary from those illustrated. Due to the age and condition of the moulds, some flash (excess plastic) may be present on some parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed 1:144 scale model with 276 pieces for intricate assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes two genuine paint schemes depicting operational SR.N4 hovercraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkill level 4 kit ideal for experienced modellers aged 8 years and up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures detailed Rolls Royce Proteus turboprop engines and large pylon-mounted propellers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorporates amphibious design elements such as powered fins and rudder details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepresents the largest passenger hovercraft constructed at the time of its service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated during a period when British engineering was highly esteemed globally, the Saunders Roe\/British Hovercraft Corporation SR.N4 was remarkable in every sense; a powerful vessel that introduced a new era of swift, comfortable cross-Channel travel for the public. 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