Airfix 1/600 HMS Hood Plastic Model Kit

Airfix 1/600 HMS Hood Plastic Model Kit

$43.99

Description

The largest warship in the world when launched in 1918. She was the pride of the Royal Navy on sailing to intercept the Bismarck in May 1941. After making contact with the German battleship she, with HMS Prince of Wales opened fire. The Bismarck returned fire and with her 5th salvo hit the Hood a fatal blow and she sunk within two minutes. Only three crew from her total of 1,500 survived.

Tech Specs

Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)
43
Item Width - Without Packaging (cm)
5.3
How many pieces will be found in the box opened by the customer?
131
Item Scale
1:600 Scale
Contents (what's in the box) sets
Sprues & decals
Finish
Plastic
Number of Scheme options
1
Skill Level
2

This detailed 1:600 scale model kit of HMS Hood beautifully captures the essence of the renowned battlecruiser, featuring 131 plastic components. It, rated at Skill Level 2. As a World War Two icon, this Vintage Classic kit allows you to recreate one of the Royal Navy's most celebrated ships, providing an engaging and rewarding building experience that will enhance any collection.

Key Features

  • 131 plastic components for constructing an intricate 1:600 scale model
  • Skill Level 2 - perfect for budding modellers
  • Includes a single authentic World War Two paint scheme
  • Part of the Vintage Classic collection

History

HMS Hood was the largest warship globally when she was launched in 1918, serving as a symbol of British naval strength and the pride of the Royal Navy. Her impressive size and graceful design earned her the nickname "the Mighty Hood" during her goodwill tours around the world.

In May 1941, Hood was tasked with intercepting the German battleship Bismarck as it attempted to break into the Atlantic. Alongside HMS Prince of Wales, she moved swiftly to engage the enemy. Upon encountering Bismarck, both British ships commenced firing in what would become one of the most dramatic naval battles of the Second World War.

Bismarck's return fire was devastatingly precise. Her fifth salvo delivered a fatal strike, likely igniting one of Hood's magazines, causing the ship to sink in a mere two minutes. Out of her 1,500 crew members, only three survived. The sinking of HMS Hood was a profound shock to Britain and the world, spurring the Royal Navy to pursue and ultimately sink the Bismarck just three days later.

Key Specifications

  • Finish: Plastic
  • Skill Level: 2

Full Specifications

Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)43
Item Width - Without Packaging (cm)5.3
Item Scale1:600 Scale
Contents (what's in the box) setsSprues
Number of Scheme options1
Flying Hours2

Specifications

Brand Airfix

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