1:200 Trumpeter 03709 HMS Rodney WWII - Nelson Class - British Battleship Plastic Model kit

Build an impressive piece of British naval history with the 1:200 Trumpeter 03709 HMS Rodney. This large plastic model kit contains more than 1,300 parts and combines a one-piece hull, finely detailed guns, a single-piece deck and extensive photo-etched detailing. The distinctive Nelson-class layout, with all three main gun turrets positioned forward, makes this battleship an imposing centrepiece for enthusiasts of WWII warship modelling.

HMS Rodney was laid down at Cammell Laird in Birkenhead in 1922, launched on 17 December 1925 and commissioned on 10 November 1927. Named after the British Admiral Rodney, she was the second and final Nelson-class battleship. The class was designed within the restrictions of the 1922 Washington Naval Treaty and introduced innovative solutions, including concentrating the main artillery forward. Rodney carried nine 406 mm guns in three triple turrets and had a maximum speed of approximately 23 to 24 knots.

During World War II, HMS Rodney built an impressive combat record. She served during the Norwegian campaign, took part in the sinking of Bismarck on 27 May 1941 and later escorted convoys in the Mediterranean. Rodney supported operations including Operation Torch, the invasion of Sicily, the Salerno landings and Operation Overlord. During the fighting in Normandy, the battleship fired hundreds of heavy shells against German positions. This extensive Trumpeter kit lets you recreate this famous British battleship on an impressive scale. At Most-Models.com, you benefit from fast delivery and excellent customer service.

Features:
– Trumpeter 03709 HMS Rodney static plastic model kit in 1:200 scale with more than 1,300 parts
– 22 sprues with hull and deck, including a one-piece hull produced using two-directional slide moulds and a single-piece cast deck
– Accurately detailed guns with extensive photo-etched details for features including handrails, ladders and radar parts
– Includes metal chain, two Mk.1 aircraft and a display stand for presenting the completed model
– Nelson-class battleship with nine 406 mm main guns in three triple turrets forward, supplemented by 152 mm, 120 mm and 40 mm armament
– HMS Rodney played an important role in the sinking of Bismarck and served during the Malta convoys, Operation Torch, Sicily, Salerno and Normandy
– During operations off Normandy from 7 June to 9 July 1944 Rodney fired more than 500 16-inch shells and many hundreds of 6-inch and 4.7-inch shells
– After the war HMS Rodney was transferred to reserve and was ultimately sold for scrap

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