Airfix 1/600 HMS Ark Royal Plastic Model Kit

Airfix 1/600 HMS Ark Royal Plastic Model Kit

$39.99

Description

Launched at the Birkenhead shipyard of Cammel Laird on the 13th April 1937, H.M.S. Ark Royal was involved in the sinking of the German Battleship Bismarck. Later she was torpedoed by the German Submarine U-81. At 06:13 hrs. on 14th November 1941, she went down, with only one sailor losing his life.

Mould tools made in 1966 Box illustration by Roy Cross, 1966.

Tech Specs

Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)
38.3
Item Width - Without Packaging (cm)
8.8
How many pieces will be found in the box opened by the customer?
353
Item Scale
1:600 Scale
Contents (what's in the box) sets
Sprues & decals
Finish
Plastic
Number of Scheme options
1
Skill Level
3

This remarkable 1:600 scale model of the HMS Ark Royal includes 171 components, enabling you to construct a replica of one of the Royal Navy's most renowned aircraft carriers. Designed for intermediate hobbyists with a skill level of 3, this kit utilises mould tools crafted in 1966 and features classic packaging art by the esteemed maritime illustrator Roy Cross, making it a genuine piece of Airfix history.

Key Features

  • 1:600 scale model with 171 components for an intricate assembly
  • Skill level 3 -
  • Utilises original mould tools from 1966
  • Iconic box artwork by Roy Cross from 1966
  • Represents the notable World War Two aircraft carrier
  • Included in the Vintage Classics series

History

Launched from the Birkenhead shipyard of Cammel Laird on 13th April 1937, HMS Ark Royal emerged as one of the Royal Navy's most illustrious aircraft carriers during the Second World War. This formidable vessel was instrumental in several naval engagements, notably aiding in the pursuit and destruction of the German Battleship Bismarck in May 1941.

The service of HMS Ark Royal concluded when she was struck by a torpedo from the German Submarine U-81 in the Mediterranean. Despite rescue efforts, she sank at 06:13 hours on 14th November 1941. Remarkably, only one crew member perished in the incident, highlighting the crew's commitment and camaraderie.

This Vintage Classic kit offers modellers the chance to recreate a significant piece of British naval history, allowing them to assemble and display a model of this iconic aircraft carrier. The original tooling and artwork reflect the essence of Airfix's golden age of model crafting, providing both historical accuracy and a sense of nostalgia.

Key Specifications

  • Finish: Plastic
  • Skill Level: 3

Full Specifications

Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)38.3
Item Width - Without Packaging (cm)8.8
Item Scale1:600 Scale
Contents (what's in the box) setsSprues
Number of Scheme options1
Flying Hours3

Specifications

Brand Airfix

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