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Tamiya British Nelson Battleship Kit 77504 1/700

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Tamiya British Nelson Battleship Kit 77504 1/700 Scale

Build one of the Royal Navy's most distinctive battleships with the Tamiya 77504 1/700 British Battleship Nelson precision plastic assembly kit! As part of the Waterline Series, this model captures the Nelson's unique silhouette, characterized by the revolutionary design that concentrated all three main turrets forward of the bridge structure.

Historical Background

With a design that placed its three triple 40.6-cm turrets, engine room, and other important areas in the well-protected front half of the ship, the HMS Nelson was a revolutionary battleship design at the time. This assembly kit accurately portrays this famous ship, which was built in 1927 and took part in many operations, including the convoys to Malta and the invasions of North Africa, Sicily, and Salerno.

Key Features

  • Revolutionary Design: Accurately reproduces the ship's distinctive 16-inch triple turrets all positioned forward of the bridge structure
  • Detailed Superstructure: Features the massive tower bridge and unique hull design characteristic of the Nelson-class
  • WWII Configuration: Depicts the Nelson as it appeared during the middle stages of WWII, featuring updated radar equipment and reinforced anti-aircraft battery
  • Fine Details: Sharply recreated 2pdr pom-poms, radar antennae, masts, secondary armaments, and anti-aircraft platforms
  • Waterline Model: Hull designed with flat bottom, allowing it to be placed on a flat surface to simulate the ship at sea
  • Finely Molded Deck Details: Includes intricate deck fittings and equipment

Model Specifications

  • Scale: 1/700
  • Series: Waterline Series
  • Completed Length: 308mm (12.1 inches)
  • Completed Width: 46mm (1.8 inches)
  • Skill Level: Intermediate
  • Assembly Required: Yes (glue and paint required for completion)

What's Included

  • Precision molded plastic parts for complete battleship
  • Waterline hull (flat bottom design)
  • Detailed deck fittings and armaments
  • Radar equipment and anti-aircraft platforms
  • Decals for ship's markings
  • Clear assembly guide with historical documentation

About HMS Nelson

Built in 1927, HMS Nelson was one of the most unique capital ships of the Royal Navy during World War II. The ship's innovative design concentrated firepower and vital systems in the well-protected forward section, making it a formidable opponent. The Nelson participated in numerous critical operations including Malta convoys and the invasions of North Africa, Sicily, and Salerno.

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