Ship Kits (86)

USS Stevens DD-479 The Stevens was a Fletcher-class destroyer of the United States Navy, named after Rear Admiral Thomas H. Stevens Jr. and his father, Captain Thomas H. Stevens. The ship was laid down in December 1941, launched in 1942, and commissioned in February 1943. Initially, the Stevens was equipped with an aircraft catapult for seaplane operations, but this proved unsuitable, and the catapult was removed after September 1943, with the ship being converted to a standard configuration. The Stevens took part in several operations during World War II, including the Battle of Kwajalein in January 1944, the Battle of Hollandia in April 1944, the Battle of Morotai in September 1944, and the Mindanao landings in April 1945. After the war, the ship was decommissioned in July 1946 and stricken from the Pacific Reserve Fleet in December 1972. The Stevens was awarded nine battle stars for her service during World War II. Comic artist Sam Glanzman, who served aboard the ship during the war, later used his experience as the basis for the graphic novel "A Sailor's Story," which depicts dramatic naval battles and the lives of the sailors aboard the Stevens. Features Number of parts: 420+ Finished length: approx. 327.6 mm; width: approx. 34.8 mm Includes photo-etched parts and metal chain Display stand included

English Admiral Lord Horatio Nelson‘s "H.M.S. Victory", three-Decker-vessel that was involved in the Trafalgar battle and is the Royal Navy fifth vessel of that name.  On 28th October 1760 the ship was officially named "Victory". In 1777 Great Britain was at war again and on 8th May 1778 the completed vessel was launched as Admiral Vessel under the command of Admiral Lord Keppel to fight her first battle against the French fleet near the Brittany coast. April 1803 she was armed again, with her appearance very different. Most of the golden ornamentation had been changed, or had been deleted. When she then went back to sea she had the looks that are much admired today. In 1825, the vessel became Portsmouth Chief Admiral Headquarters and kept this honor until 1869. The honor was restored to her 32 years later in 1901. In 1921, the Nautical Research Society, whose president was Lord Milford Haven, organized a campaign to save the Victory and on 12th January she was moved into the oldest dry dock in the world: Portsmouth Dock N°2. It is in this dock that she can still be admired, and remains in remarkable condition. Note: The instructions, which are also available separately, are already included with the purchase of the model kit and do not have to be purchased separately. Specifications Parts: 2107 Packaging: 515 x 730 x 120 mm

Flying Cloud was a clipper ship that set the world's sailing record for the fastest passage between New York and San Francisco, 89 days 8 hours. The ship held this record for over 130 years, from 1854 to 1989. Flying Cloud was the most famous of the clippers built by Donald McKay. Specification Scale: 1:200 Parts: 126 pieces Packaging: 250 x 375 x 70 mm Includes Cement Brush Main paints

Alongside the Pinta and the Santa Maria, the Nina was part of the fleet which Christopher Columbus thought would take him to India. In fact, he wound up discovering the new world (America). The Nina, like the Pinta, was owned by the Pinzon brothers. She was a 60 ton caravel, and was captained on this expedition by Vincente Yanez Pinzon, the youngest of the three brothers. The ship was manned by a crew of 22 Specification Scale: 1:75 Parts: 99 pieces Packaging: 250 x 375 x 70 mm Includes Cement Brush Main paints

Tirpitz was a German battleship, the keel of which was laid in 1936 and launched in April 1939. The battleship entered the rope service in the German Navy (German Kriegsmarine) in February 1941. The ship was 254 meters long, 36 meters wide, and had a full displacement of 53,500 tons. Tirpitz's top speed was around 30-31 knots. 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. The 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. However, Tirpitz was not sunk until November 12, 1944, as a result of a raid by heavy Lancaster-class bombers.  Specification Scale: 1:400 Parts: 327 +337 pieces Packaging: 335 x 665 x 100 mm Includes Cement Brush Main paints

HMS Scylla was a Dido-class cruiser of the Royal Navy. She was built by Scotts Shipbuilding and Engineering Company (Greenock, Scotland), with the keel being laid down on 19 April 1939. She was launched on 24 July 1940, and commissioned 12 June 1942. One of two sisters (the other was, appropriately, Charybdis, see Scylla and Charybdis), Scylla was completed with four twin QF 4.5 in Mk.III in UD MK III mountings because of a shortage of the intended QF 5.25 inch gun mountings. The forward superstructure was considerably modified to accommodate these and also to increase crew spaces. Known as the 'toothless terrors', they proved to be very good anti-aircraft ships, often leading to comparisons with their sisters armed with the heavier QF 5.25 in (133 mm) guns. Features The kit contains over 520 parts The hull made from two-directional slide molds Deck wood pattern finely rendered Contains display stand Photo etched parts included Model Brief: Length: 445.7mm   Beam: 46.1mm    Total Parts:  520+ Metal Parts: anchor chain Photo Etched Parts:  8 pcs Total Sprues: 12 sprues , hull and decks

In order to make up for the lack of point air defense capabilities and strengthen ocean anti-submarine capabilities, Japan built the Murasame-class destroyer in the 1990s. Its construction purpose is to gradually replace the Hatsuyuki-class multi-purpose destroyer, which is mainly used for offshore combat missions. The ship itself and the weapons it carries are relatively backward and unsuitable for ocean combat missions. The Murasame-class multi-purpose destroyer adopts a full-length deck ship type with a neat and concise appearance. The "Sea Sparrow" ship-to-air missile and the "Asroc" anti-submarine missile are both replaced by a vertical launch system. The helicopter landing and take-off deck is wider and equipped with SH-60J "Sea Hawk" multi-purpose anti-submarine helicopters. The hangar can accommodate 2 helicopters. The degree of automation of the entire ship has been greatly improved. Specifications Model size Length: 431.4mm Width: 49.7mm Total number of parts: 630+pcs Metal parts: chain Etched parts: 2pcs Total sprues: 12sprues, hull and deck The kit consists of over 630 parts Detailed hull w/accurate design 1 sprue in clear with 13 parts for SH-60J helicopters with fine details. Minesweeper ( msc-681) included Contains display stand Large size photo-etched fret for handrails,deck details etc.

In the wake of the First World War, the Japanese looked to improve upon their 5500ton class cruisers, then building for service as destroyer squadron leaders. New, contemporary cruiser construction in the United States (Omaha class) and Great Britain (Hawkins class) dictated the need for a larger, faster, and more heavily armed reconnaissance type cruiser. The new IJN ships were designed by Admiral Yuzuru Hiraga to carry six new 20cm mounts and a sizable torpedo battery on a flush deck hull of approximately 7000+ tons (Class A cruiser in IJN parlance). Contents Plastic sprue, Decalsheet (waterslide)

Kaga was laid down in 1920 at the Kobe Kawasaki Shipyard as a 40,000 ton class large battleship equipped with a 40 cm gun following the Nagato class battleship.  Features Highly detailed plastic model kit Assembly required. Requires glue and paint sold separately  1:700 scale

With this detailed model kit of the USS Nautilus, you will immerse yourself in a piece of naval history. The world's first nuclear-powered submarine is waiting for you to recreate it. The high-quality 1:305 scale kit gives you all the components you need to create an authentic model of this groundbreaking submarine. The structured building instructions guide you safely through the assembly. The precise fit of the individual parts creates an impressive model step by step that meets both historical and technical requirements. The USS Nautilus made history in 1954 as the world's first nuclear-powered submarine. For the first time, its revolutionary nuclear propulsion system made it possible to sail underwater for months without surfacing for months. In 1958, it became the first vessel to cross the North Pole under the Arctic ice. This feat of engineering fundamentally changed maritime warfare and ushered in the age of modern submarine fleets. Features True-to-scale replica with precisely designed exterior details and authentic surface texture High-quality plastic parts with excellent fit for effortless assembly Detailed representation of the characteristic tower and diving cells True-to-the-original colour scheme thanks to included decals Includes Complete plastic model kit with all necessary components Detailed, multilingual building instructions with step-by-step illustrations High-quality decal sheet for authentic lettering and marking

Do you love model making and are looking for a new challenge? With the submarine "Das Boot" from the innovative Revell Brick System, you can bring a piece of history home - and a completely new building experience. No more wobbly constructions or insufficient detail! The precisely crafted, multi-colored clamping blocks not only guarantee stability, but also let you realistically recreate even the smallest details of the legendary submarine, the U-96. On top of that, you will get to know the fascinating world of the inner workings of a submarine. This is where your creative talent will be taken to the next level! The U-96 is not just any submarine, but a real piece of history. She became famous through the film "Das Boot", which depicts the dramatic operations of German U-boats in the Second World War. The Revell model brings this legend to life with impressive attention to detail. From the characteristic tower to the intricately designed interior, everything has been designed to recreate the original plans. With the Brick System, you can recreate this fascinating piece of naval history right in your home. A unique experience for those who love technology, history and creative challenges. The new Revell Brick System focuses on the highest quality and precision. This model combines the stability of a clamping block system with the attention to detail that makes model building a special hobby. Features Innovative brick system: Easy handling and stable construction thanks to precisely manufactured building blocks. Pure realism: Detailed replica of the U-96 submarine – including interior. approx. 6,483 pieces: Challenging building experience for many hours of creativity. Film icon: Inspired by the famous film "Das Boot" – a must-see for fans and history buffs. High-quality extras: posters and stickers for the final touches of your model. Contents Model kit (not assembled) approx. 6,483 high-quality, multi-coloured clamping blocks Illustrated and easy-to-understand building instructions Detailed stickers for customization Poster in A3 format

ADELAIDE-Class Guided Missile Frigate & SANTA MARIA-Class Frigate Features Can build Royal Australian Navy Adelaide-class frigate or Spanish Navy SANTA MARIA-Class Frigate. New tooling HMAS Sydney MK 41 VLS & FABA Meroka 20mm CIWS. Initial PFG-1112 / 1115 configuration. Includes 1/700 SH-60B seahawk Helicopter! 1/700 RIM-66 & RGM-84 Harpoon Missiles & launcher included. AN/SPS-55 AN/SPS-49 radar with sophisticated detail. Mk75 76mm/62 navy gun & Mk15 CIWS include! MK36 SRBOC & MK32 SVTT include! Photoetched parts included.

The USS Enterprise (CV-6) was an American aircraft carrier, the keel of which was laid in 1934, launched in October 1936, and commissioned with the US Navy in May 1938. The ship was 252 m long, 33.4 m wide, and her full displacement at the time of launching was 25,500 tons. The maximum speed of the USS Enterprise was around 32-33 knots, and its main armament consisted of 90 on-board planes. The USS Enterprise was the second Yorktown-class aircraft carrier. The experience gained during the operation of Lexington-type vessels was used in the construction of this type of ship. First of all, it was decided to build relatively large aircraft carriers, with the greatest emphasis on the number of planes taken and the maximum speed, at the expense of armor. So they were going in the same direction as the Japanese designers, and in the opposite direction to the British Royal Navy. It is worth adding that the construction of the aircraft carrier popularly known as "Big E" was part of the program of rebuilding the American economy after the Great Depression of 1929, launched by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. During its long and well-deserved service, the USS Enterprise was modernized several times: in 1940 it received an air surveillance radar (type CXAM-1), and later in 1942 it received a new SC-2 radar. In the course of the fighting in the Pacific, the anti-aircraft weapons were also changed, which in October 1943 had 40 40 mm cannons and 50 20 mm cannons. At the outbreak of World War II in the Pacific, the USS Enterprise was near Pearl Harbor and, shortly after the Japanese attack, took part in a fruitless search for its attackers. In April 1942, the carrier covered the famous Doolittle Raid in Tokyo. Following this operation, he played one of the most important roles in the Battle of Midway in June 1942. Later in 1942, the USS Enterprise was intensively involved in naval operations in the Guadalcanal area, for example in the Battle of Santa Cruz Island. In November 1943 he covered the American landings on Tarawa and Makin. In early 1944 he took part in the fighting in the Marshall Islands area, and in June of that year he took part in the Battle of the Philippine Sea. In 1945, it supported the American operations on Iwo-Jima and Okinawa, being damaged in their course. It was taken off the line and scrapped in 1960. The USS Enterprise was one of the most distinguished and decorated ships of the US Navy during World War II. The U.S. Navy's aircraft carrier CV-6 Enterprise joins Academy's model-kit lineup, as seen at Operation Midway! The superstructures and flight decks are precision-molded for accuracy; this kit can be built as a full-hull or waterline version. Carrier-based aircraft (SBD, TBF and F4F) are also included. This is an injection-plastic ship model kit. Features Size: 35.3cm long, 5cm wide when completed

USS Enterprise (CVN-65) was a US nuclear powered aircraft carrier. The keel for this unit was laid in 1958, the launch took place in September 1960, and the commissioning to the US Navy took place in 1961. The total length of the ship was 342 meters, the overall width was 78.4 meters, and her full displacement was about 93,000 tons. The maximum speed was up to 33 knots. The on-board armament included, among others: three Sea Sparrow rocket launchers and three 20 mm Vulcan Phalanx CIWS sets. Later, two launchers for the RIM-116 missile were also added. The aircraft carrier could take up to 90 aircraft on board, but normally operated 60-70 planes and helicopters. The USS Enterprise (CVN-65, commonly known as Big "E") was the first and only ship of her type. Very high construction costs, well above the original assumption, led to the cancellation of five planned units of this type. The USS Enterprise, however, was unique not only because of this, but also because it was the first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier in history to have as many as eight nuclear reactors on board! The unit received very modern for those times electronic equipment in the form of e.g. SCANFAR radar. The USS Enterprise (CVN-65), very shortly after its entry into service, took part in the maritime blockade of Cuba in 1962. Two years later, he operated in the Mediterranean. The unit also took an active part in the Vietnam War (1964 / 1965-1975), fighting in it from the very beginning. In 1969, a tragic accident occurred on the carrier, the self-ignition of one of the missiles, killing 28 people and injuring 334. In 1986, the USS Enterprise became the first nuclear carrier to cross the Suez Canal. Shortly after that, the carrier's on-board planes bombed targets in Libya. The unit was decommissioned in 2012. This is an injection-plastic ship model kit.

USS Yorktown (CV-5) was an American aircraft carrier laid down in 1934, launched in April 1936, and commissioned with the US Navy in September 1937. The ship was 246.7 meters long, 33.4 meters wide, and had a full displacement of 25,500 tons. The top speed of the USS Yorktown aircraft carrier was around 32-33 knots, and its main armament consisted of 85 on-board planes. USS Yorktown was the first class aircraft carrier to bear the same name. The experience gained during the operation of Lexington-type vessels was used in the construction of this type of ship. First of all, it was decided to build relatively large aircraft carriers, with the greatest emphasis on the number of planes taken and the maximum speed, at the expense of armor. So they were going in the same direction as the Japanese designers, and in the opposite direction to the British Royal Navy. It is worth adding that the construction of the USS Yorktown was in line with the program of rebuilding the American economy after the Great Depression of 1929, launched by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. At the time of joining the USS Navy, the USS Yorktown belonged to the Atlantic Fleet, but often cooperated with ships belonging to the Pacific Fleet. Ultimately, almost immediately after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor (December 1941), it was transferred to the Pacific Ocean, and from January 1942 it belonged to Task Force 17. In February 1942, USS Yorktown took part in air attacks against Japanese forces in Gilbert and Marshall Islands, and then operated in the Coral Sea. In May 1942, he took part in the Battle of the Coral Sea, where it was badly damaged, but thanks to a lightning-fast repair made at Pearl Harbor, he was able to take part in the struggle at Midway in June 1942. In the course of this battle - as a result of an attack by Japanese on-board planes and a torpedo attack by a Japanese submarine - it sank on June 7, 1942. Academy's newest model kit of the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier CV-5 USS Yorktown is precisely molded to represent all her superstructures and flight decks! The kit can be assembled as a full-hull or waterline version; carrier-based aircraft (SBD, TBD, F4F) are included too.  This is an injection-plastic ship model kit. Features Size: 35.3cm long, 5cm wide when completed