Model ships
Dive into the world of seafaring with our stunning model ships! These detailed replicas of historic and modern warships bring maritime history right into your collection. Want to learn more about our model ships? Discover more here.
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1:350 Yamato, battleship model kit, new tooling
300078025€289.99
This 1:350 Yamato battleship model kit brings the famous WWII warship into a large-format build with new tooling and detail updates drawn from the latest historical research. At 752 mm in length, the assembled ship has the presence to show the revised foredeck, hull sides and stern clearly, whether displayed as a full-hull model or in waterline form. The kit depicts Yamato with the increased anti-aircraft armament of her final mission to Okinawa. Reconnaissance seaplanes and various small boats carried on the ship are included, adding activity and scale reference across the deck layout. Main gun turrets feature interior sections and turret mount detail below deck level, while secondary armament and both 12.7 mm and 25 mm AA gun mounts can be positioned with rotation and elevation. Elastomer parts are used for the canvas covers at the base of the main guns and for sand bags at AA positions, giving these shapes a more natural look. Two sheets of photo-etched parts add finer detail for elements such as ladders and cranes. The build suits careful painting and finishing, with about 90% of deck sections molded separately to keep major surfaces and fittings distinct during assembly. A 600-minute assembly time supports a longer bench session centered on structure, armament and deck equipment. Paints and cement are required separately.
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1:350 Bismarck, battleship model kit
300078013€82.99
The 1:350 Bismarck model kit brings a landmark battleship into a large display scale, with a finished length of 717 mm and a beam of 103 mm that give the hull real presence once set on its 2 black stands. The long gray hull, deck sections and detailed fittings shape a build that reads clearly as a historic warship, from the main gun turrets to the mast structures and stern details. This assembly kit is designed as a static display model and comes as an unpowered build with the main ship components molded on sprues plus a decal sheet for markings. The large hull section provides the foundation for the superstructure, armament and deck layout, while the separate display stand supports presentation after completion. Assembly time is stated as 600 minutes, making the project substantial enough for careful trimming, fitting and finishing across multiple work sessions. Cement and paints are required separately. On the workbench, the size of the 1:350 format leaves room for methodical painting and detail work across the camouflage pattern, deck areas and smaller fittings. Once completed, the battleship sits as a striking naval display piece, whether placed in a collection of historic vessels or shown on its own as a single large-scale centerpiece.
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1:350 Musashi 2013, battleship model kit
300078031€114.99
The 1:350 Musashi 2013 battleship model kit brings one of the largest battleships ever built into a substantial display scale, with a finished length of 751.5 mm and a beam of 110 mm. The long hull, layered superstructure and broad deck arrangement give the build a strong naval presence, whether viewed bow-on, broadside or from above on the included stand. Musashi was the second ship of the Yamato class, completed in 1942 and later lost in the Battle of Leyte Gulf after attacks by U.S. Navy aircraft. This kit focuses on the ship's 2013 release form and highlights a different anti-aircraft fit from Yamato, with numerous single 25 mm cannons arranged across the main deck. That armament changes the look of the deck plan and gives the finished model its own identity within the class. The rerelease also adds newly designed mast parts, bringing extra definition to the upper structure. Assembly is required, with a stated build time of 600 minutes. On a workbench, the long hull and dense deck layout create a build that moves between large structural sections and fine naval details. Once completed, the model suits a display setting where the superstructure, main turrets and anti-aircraft positions can be read from multiple angles.
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1:350 Prince of Wales, battleship model kit
300078011€75.99
Prince of Wales takes shape here as a 1:350 battleship model kit with the long, lean proportions and layered deck architecture that make large naval subjects so absorbing at the workbench. The assembly kit format turns the hull, superstructure and armament into a focused build that rewards careful fitting, painting and finishing with a commanding WWII warship silhouette. The finished model measures 649 mm in length and 99 mm in width, giving the deck arrangement, main turrets, bridge structures, funnels and stern details enough space to read clearly. Molded parts support a step-by-step construction process over 600 minutes, making this a substantial project rather than a quick snap build. The scale also leaves room for camouflage treatment and tonal variation across hull and deck areas, so brushwork and masking can shape a more convincing naval finish. Assembly kit contents are included. Paints are required separately. On a shelf, desk or display stand, the completed ship carries the visual weight of a capital vessel, with the long waterline form and raised structures drawing the eye from bow to stern. During the build, trimming, test fitting and paint planning create a steady, hands-on rhythm that suits model makers looking for a detailed historic ship subject rather than a short session. Warning! Not suitable for children under 14 years.
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1:350 Yamato 2013, battleship assembly kit
300078030€114.99
This 1:350 Yamato 2013 battleship assembly kit recreates the imposing silhouette of the Japanese warship in her final-mission configuration, combining a 751.5 mm hull length with dense deck detail for a striking display presence. The finished model presents the ship as she appeared just before departure for Okinawa, with minor modifications from earlier Tamiya Yamato releases and a layout shaped around the late-war fit. The large scale gives the superstructure, armament placement and deck arrangement room to read clearly across the full length of the ship. Newly designed mast parts sharpen the upper profile, while the black display stand supports the completed build as a dedicated presentation piece rather than a loose shelf model. Assembly is required, and the stated build time is 600 minutes. The kit is supplied as an assembly kit, with paints and typical modeling tools shown separately in the source material rather than included contents. On a shelf, desk or in a collection cabinet, the long beam, layered gun positions and stern details create a strong side profile that rewards close viewing from bow to stern. The model also suits focused hobby sessions where painting, fitting and finishing each section gradually brings the 1941 battleship form into view.
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1:700 US Missouri Battleship, waterline model kit
300031613€35.99
This 1:700 waterline model kit recreates USS Missouri, the best-known Iowa-class battleship, in a format that emphasizes the ship's long, narrow hull and dense deck arrangement. With a finished length of 386.5 mm, the model gives the famous BB-63 a strong presence in a cabinet or alongside other naval subjects, where the stepped superstructure, turret layout and stern deck details read clearly from bow to aft. The original battleship entered service in 1944, and that historical identity shapes the appeal of the build as much as the finished silhouette. Iowa-class ships combined heavy armament with high speed, and Missouri became the setting for the signing of the Japanese surrender on 2 September 1945. The real ship measured 270.4 m in length and 33 m across the beam, proportions reflected here in the sleek waterline form. The class carried 9 main 16 inch guns in 3 triple turrets, with 2 forward and 1 aft, and the full-size vessel reached 33 knots from 212,000 horsepower. The assembly kit includes decals and calls for a measured, hands-on build of about 600 minutes. Paints are required separately. On a worktable, the project invites careful alignment of the hull, superstructure and armament; once completed, the model suits naval line-ups, historical displays or a single stand-alone presentation focused on one of the most significant battleships in U.S. Navy history.
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1:350 BB-63 Missouri ('91), battleship model kit
300078029€124.99
This 1:350 scale model kit recreates BB-63 Missouri in its 1991 configuration, pairing the long, lean lines of the Iowa class with the dense deck equipment of the ship's final service years. At 774 mm long and 94.5 mm wide, the finished battleship has the size to show the contrast between the narrow hull, the layered superstructure and the broad arrangement of armament across the deck. The subject itself carries unusual historical weight. Missouri was one of the last major battleships built for the US Navy, and the 1991 fit places the model in the period after the ship's 1986 modernization and during its final operational chapter. The real vessel combined 212,000 horsepower with a top speed of 33 knots, and the Iowa-class layout centered on 3 triple turrets carrying 9 main 16 inch guns with a range of up to 40 km. Those proportions and weapon positions shape the character of the build, from the fore and aft turret placement to the tall mast and radar structures above the deck. Assembly kit, decals and a nameplate are included. Paints and cement are required separately. Once completed, the model suits a naval display, a late-Cold War collection or a build focused on warship detail, markings and the distinctive silhouette of an Iowa-class battleship.
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1:350 Enterprise, aircraft carrier model kit
300078007€174.99
This 1:350 scale model kit captures the U.S. Navy nuclear-powered aircraft carrier Enterprise as a large, highly detailed display build with the long flight deck, island superstructure and distinctive carrier layout clearly defined. The finished subject represents CVN-65, a ship with an overall length of 341.3 m on the real vessel, translated here into a substantial bench project that rewards careful, steady assembly. The kit is supplied as an assembly kit and uses multiple deck sections, hull frames, metal screws, flange nuts and nylon line to build up the carrier's structure and deck equipment. Real-ship features documented for the subject include 4 steam catapults, side elevators, radar arrays and the angled deck arrangement, all of which shape the look of the finished model. The included air wing and deck support vehicles add scale contrast across the deck, while the display stand gives the completed carrier a clean presentation off the work surface. Assembly takes about 600 minutes. Paints, cement and tools are required separately. During the build, the island, mast and radar components create a layered silhouette that stands out from bow to stern, while deck markings and aircraft placement open up different display approaches. The finished carrier suits naval collections, military model shelves and diorama-style presentation where the long hull, aircraft complement and busy flight deck can be viewed from multiple angles. Warning! Not suitable for children under 14 years.
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1:350 Jap. Heavy Cruiser Tone, plastic model kit
300078024€179.99
This 1:350 plastic assembly model kit captures the Japanese Heavy Cruiser Tone with the long, purposeful lines and dense deck layout that define the class. The build supports 2 display formats: a waterline presentation for a fleet-style scene or a full-hull version that shows the ship's complete form on display. Reinforcing frame parts and screws are included to support accurate assembly in both configurations. The subject is based on Tone, the lead ship of her class, commissioned in 1938 and measuring 189.1 m in the original vessel. The model reflects key visual features of the cruiser, from the concentrated forward gun arrangement to the aircraft handling area aft. Transparent parts depict the bridge windows and searchlight lenses with sharper contrast than opaque mouldings, while reinforced ABS resin is used for the masts and radio posts. Metal-plated screw shafts and metal parts for the anchor and chain add further material variation across the build. Display options continue across the armament and aircraft details. Main gun barrels can be set at different elevation levels, and polycaps allow turret switching and free rotation after assembly. A complement of floatplanes is included, and separate stands support airborne diorama layouts above the ship. With an assembly time of 600 minutes, the kit suits a focused bench session and results in a substantial naval display with layered superstructure, deck equipment and aircraft detail.
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1:350 Jap. Navy Utility Boat Set, assembly kit
300078026€25.99
This 1:350 Jap. Navy Utility Boat Set brings the busy look of a warship deck into sharper focus with a broad selection of small craft used aboard WWII Japanese naval vessels. The assembly kit contains 28 boats in 11 types, giving battleships, cruisers, carriers and other large ship models the layered equipment detail that turns open deck areas into a more convincing scale scene. The range of craft covers motor launches, cutters, sampans and a 13m Special Landing Craft, reflecting the different onboard roles these boats served. Instruction references in the set identify types such as 17m, 15m, 12m, 11m, 8m and 7.5m motor launches, 9m and 7m cutters, plus 8m and 6m sampans. Photo-etched parts are provided for boat mounts, and the set also includes parts for 3 types of davits. Guide stickers show where mounts should be positioned before holes are made, including 0.3 mm and 0.8 mm drilling points where specified in the instructions. Assembly is required, with a stated assembly time of 600 minutes. Placed across catapults, deck edges, boat cradles and launch positions, these small craft add scale rhythm that a bare hull cannot provide. The set suits builders refining a display warship with historically styled auxiliary boats, whether the goal is a cleaner dockside presentation or a denser, fully equipped deck arrangement. Paints and cement are required separately.
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1:350 Jp. Heavy Cruiser Mogami, scale model kit
300078023€179.99
The 1:350 Jp. Heavy Cruiser Mogami brings a major Imperial Japanese Navy warship into a display scale that gives the hull form, bridge structure and deck layout room to read clearly on the finished model. The long cruiser profile, red lower hull, grey upper works and wood-look deck create a layered naval appearance that stands out on a shelf or in a fleet display. This assembly kit is based on the Mogami, the lead ship begun at Kure Naval Arsenal under Japan's First Fleet Replenish Program of 1931. The original ship combined 5 triple 15.5 cm gun turrets, 4 triple 61 cm torpedo launchers, 4 twin 12.7 cm gun mounts, 4 twin 25 mm guns and 2 twin 13 mm machine guns within an 8,500-ton displacement limit. Later refits replaced the main battery with 20.3 cm gun turrets and led to reinforcement work including hull strengthening, bridge resizing and crack repairs. That layered service history gives the model a strong historical identity beyond its silhouette alone. On the finished build, the stern aircraft area, catapult rails, crane structures and small floatplanes add a second focal point behind the main gun positions. The result suits careful painting sessions, naval history collections and static display setups where the Mogami can sit alongside other WWII ships in matching scale.
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1:350 King George V battleship model kit
300178010€84.99
This 1:350 assembly kit captures HMS King George V as a classic British battleship from WWII, combining a 649 mm hull with the broad, purposeful stance created by a 90 mm beam. The long format gives the ship's profile room to unfold, from the bow through the superstructure to the stern, creating a display piece with strong presence once completed. The model focuses closely on the ship's defining architecture. The flat-sided bridge area and the distinctive stern shape are reproduced as key visual signatures, while the navigation and compass decks invite a closer look at how the upper works are arranged. The armament layout adds another layer of historical character, with 10 14-inch guns, 16 5.25-inch guns and more than 100 anti-aircraft guns shaping the deck plan and overall silhouette. Assembly is required, with a stated build time of 600 minutes. Paints are required separately. On the workbench, the long hull and layered deck sections support a steady, step-by-step build that suits focused modelling sessions. Once finished, the included stand and nameplate turn the battleship into a display model that sits neatly on a shelf, desk or in a cabinet, where the length, bridge structure and gun arrangement remain easy to appreciate from multiple angles.
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1:350 New Jersey BB-62, battleship model kit
300078028€124.99
The 1:350 New Jersey BB-62 model kit brings one of the most decorated battleships in US Navy history to the workbench in a large display scale. With a finished length of 774 mm and a beam of 94.5 mm, the model gives the Iowa-class hull a strong visual presence, from the red lower hull and black waterline stripe to the layered superstructure, mast equipment and stern deck area. The original USS New Jersey entered service in 1943 as the second of 6 Iowa-class battleships. The full-size ship measured 270.4 m in length, carried a displacement of 45,000 tons and used 212,000 hp to drive the class at high performance. Its main battery of 9 16-inch guns, mounted across 3 triple turrets, had a range of up to 40 km. That combination of long hull form, heavy armament and complex radar structures gives this subject its distinctive character in scale form. The kit also includes decals and supports a detailed finish across the deck, turrets and hull markings. During assembly, the mast sections, radar arrays and deck structures create a build with many fine visual stages before the completed battleship takes its place on display. The subject suits naval history collections, military model shelves and diorama settings centered on late-war or modernized US fleet scenes.
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1:350 Tirpitz, battleship display model kit
300078015€82.99
This 1:350 scale assembly kit recreates the WWII German battleship Tirpitz as a substantial display model with a finished length of 717 mm and a beam of 103 mm. The long hull, elegant profile and layered superstructure give the ship a commanding presence on a shelf, while the large scale leaves room for sharply defined fittings across the deck and upper works. The subject choice adds historical character beyond the build itself. Tirpitz was the sole sister ship of the Bismarck and served in Norway as a constant threat to Allied convoys, a role that made her a major concern for the Royal Navy until RAF bombers sank her. Tamiya captures the features that distinguish this ship from Bismarck, including the quadruple torpedo tubes, so the finished model reflects the identity of Tirpitz rather than a generic battleship form. The specially made display base supports the hull securely, and the included nameplate gives the completed ship a museum-style finish. Over a 600-minute assembly, the model invites steady work on the hull, deck structures, armament and smaller fittings. Once completed, the ship suits a cabinet, desk or dedicated naval collection, where the camouflage scheme, long deck run and stepped superstructure can be viewed from multiple angles.
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1:350 Yukikaze, ship model kit, full hull
300078020€87.99
This 1:350 ship model kit recreates the Japanese destroyer Yukikaze as seen during the 1945 Ten Ichi Go operation, giving the build a specific late-war configuration with the long, lean lines of a Kagero-class warship. At 338 mm in overall length, the finished model has the presence of a substantial display piece while still leaving room for close work on deck fittings, armament and mast detail. The kit supports 2 display approaches: a waterline presentation or a full-hull version, allowing the lower red hull and propellers to become part of the final look when the full display option is chosen. ABS masts are used for added strength in these finer upright sections, and metal chains bring extra definition to anchor detail at the bow. Photo-etched parts are prepared for ladders, radio antennas, radar and other small fittings where thinner material helps the scale appearance. Assembly takes about 600 minutes. Cement and paints are required separately. On the workbench, the movable guns and torpedo launchers add a practical finishing touch because polycaps let these parts rotate after the main construction is complete. Once painted and weathered, the included stand gives the destroyer a clear presentation for a shelf, cabinet or hobby room display alongside other naval subjects from the same scale.
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1:700 Brit Hood & E Class Destroyer, Waterline kit
300031806€44.99
This 1:700 waterline model kit brings the British battle cruiser Hood together with an E Class destroyer in one naval build, combining the long, imposing form of a capital ship with the lean escort profile of a smaller warship. The pair creates a striking WWII fleet scene, with the 375 mm cruiser set against the 143 mm destroyer for a clear contrast in scale and role. The waterline format focuses the build on hull shape, deck layout and superstructure detail, making the finished ships well suited to shelf display or a sea-surface diorama. Hood is presented as the Royal Navy flagship that entered service in May 1920, while the accompanying destroyer reflects the escort vessels that sailed with her during the hunt for Bismarck in May 1941. Decals are included for the finishing stage, adding markings that sharpen the historical look of both vessels. Manual, paints, cement and tools are required for assembly and finishing. On display, the 2-ship combination gives a more dynamic result than a single vessel alone, with the larger cruiser drawing the eye and the destroyer adding pace and context beside it. The set suits model builders who enjoy historic naval subjects, compact 1:700 collections and detailed fleet scenes with a clear wartime reference.
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1:700 Brit. Destroyer E-Class WL, model kit
300031909€18.49
This 1:700 Brit. Destroyer E-Class WL model kit brings a Royal Navy warship from the years before World War II into a compact waterline format, with a finished hull length of 143 mm that sits neatly in a display case, on a desk or within a naval diorama. The waterline layout keeps the focus on the ship's silhouette, deck arrangement and superstructure, creating a build that reads clearly even at a small scale. The subject is based on the 9 British E-Class destroyers completed in 1934: Exmouth, Echo, Eclipse, Electra, Encounter, Escapade, Escort, Esk and Express. Period features noted for the class included enlarged superstructures, anti-submarine defence equipment and a mine detection facility, giving the vessel a distinct profile within interwar and wartime fleet design. Decorative decals for all 9 ships are included, so the finished model can be marked to match a specific member of the class. Assembly is required, with a stated assembly time of 600 minutes. On the bench, the compact scale supports careful painting, decal placement and detail work without demanding a large footprint. Once completed, the destroyer suits naval collections, historical display lines and sea-scene layouts where a slim warship hull, twin funnels and layered deck structures create a strong period presence.
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1:700 Brit. Nelson Battleship, plastic model kit
300077504€17.79
This 1:700 Brit. Nelson Battleship WL plastic model kit brings a landmark Royal Navy warship to the workbench in a compact waterline format. The subject is HMS Nelson, launched on 3 September 1925 and commissioned in 1927, with a layout that set the class apart through 3 triple 16-inch turrets concentrated in the forward half of the ship. That unusual arrangement gives the finished model a strong visual identity and makes the deck plan immediately recognisable in a naval collection. The build centres on the ship's hull form, superstructure and armament, with the waterline presentation keeping the focus on the vessel itself rather than a full lower hull. Tamiya describes the kit with accurate fit and close attention to detail, which suits careful painting of the camouflage scheme and crisp definition across the deck equipment. Assembly is required, and the stated assembly time is 600 minutes. The box contains the assembly kit. On a shelf, in a display case or alongside other 1:700 warships, the completed battleship carries the presence of a major interwar and Second World War capital ship without demanding much space. The subject also adds historical depth to a fleet display, reflecting service with the Home Fleet, support for the Allied landings in North Africa and Sicily, and operations off Normandy before later deployment in the Pacific.
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1:700 Brit. O-Class Destroyer WL, model kit
300031904€11.29
This 1:700 waterline model kit captures the compact profile of a British O-Class destroyer in a format that suits focused bench work and display. With a finished hull length of 143 mm, the model brings the lean lines, gun positions and deck layout of a wartime escort ship into a scale that still leaves room for careful painting and marking work. The kit draws on the Royal Navy O- and P-class destroyers built under the War Emergency Programme during the Second World War. It allows either an O-Class fit with 12 cm cannons or a P-Class fit with 10.2 cm multi-purpose cannons, so the armament choice changes the character of the finished ship. Details such as depth charge launchers and anchors are reproduced to strengthen the naval look across the deck. Assembly is required, and the stated assembly time is 600 minutes. On a shelf, in a naval lineup or as part of a larger waterline fleet, the model reads clearly without demanding much space. The decal sheet with British flags supports historically styled finishing, while the waterline format makes the ship especially suited to sea-base presentation or convoy-themed displays.
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1:700 DD445 Fletcher, Waterline model kit
300031902€9.99
The 1:700 DD445 Fletcher Waterline model kit brings a U.S. Navy destroyer into a compact naval scale with a finished length of 162 mm and a profile shaped specifically for waterline presentation. The long, narrow hull, stepped superstructure, gun positions, funnels, and mast elements give the build a clear warship character that reads well both as a standalone display piece and as part of a larger fleet scene. As an assembly kit, this model focuses on the structure and finish of the vessel rather than powered functions. The Waterline format emphasizes the visible upper hull and deck arrangement, which helps the bridge, armament layout, and camouflage pattern stand out once painted. Decals add the final markings that define the ship's appearance and sharpen the scale impression. The 1:700 format also makes it easier to place the destroyer alongside other naval subjects in the same series while keeping shelf space manageable. The 600-minute assembly time suits a measured build with room for painting, decal placement, and careful work on the smaller deck details. On a display shelf, in a naval diorama, or arranged with other warships from the Waterline range, the DD445 Fletcher carries the focused look of a historic destroyer in a size that remains easy to place and revisit.
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1:700 Fubuki, plastic model kit, Water Line Series
300031401€9.99
This 1:700 scale Fubuki model kit brings a landmark Japanese destroyer into a compact shipbuilding format with a long waterline hull, layered deck structures and finely separated fittings. The finished silhouette combines twin funnels, gun positions, mast work and bridge sections in a layout that reads clearly from bow to stern on a shelf or workbench. The build is structured through distinct subassemblies, including the anti-aircraft gun, 2 funnel types, the bridge and a searchlight and MG tower. One gun barrel is designed to remain movable when not glued, adding a small mechanical touch within the static display format. The instruction sequence also places weights inside the hull before mounting the ship to its stand, helping the completed model sit cleanly on the base. Stickers are applied after painting, and the set includes a name plate that finishes the presentation with the ship's identity. With 600 minutes of assembly time stated in the data, the kit suits an unhurried build focused on trimming, gluing and aligning small parts with care. The completed destroyer works well as a display piece alongside other 1:700 naval subjects or as a single historical centerpiece that highlights the Fubuki class profile and deck arrangement.
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1:700 Jap. Mogami Aircraft Cruiser, Waterline kit
300031341€30.49
The 1:700 Jap. Mogami Aircraft Cruiser Waterline kit brings a rare warship configuration into a compact naval build. The model depicts the Mogami after its conversion from 1942 to 1943, when the cruiser took on an aft aircraft deck while retaining a heavily armed forward section, creating a striking contrast between gunship structure and aviation layout. Service entry in 1935 places the subject in the pre-war development of the Imperial Japanese Navy, while the later rebuild gives the model its unusual form. The Waterline presentation focuses attention on the hull above the water surface, which suits fleet arrangements and diorama scenes at sea level. The build centers on the ship's long dark hull, layered superstructure, turret arrangement, mast elements and deck equipment, with small aircraft adding another dimension to the finished silhouette. Assembly is required, and the stated build time is 600 minutes. Once completed, the model suits a display setting alongside other 1:700 naval subjects or as a standalone piece that highlights one of the more unconventional cruiser conversions of World War II. Painted and arranged on a sea base or a plain stand, the Mogami reads clearly from bow to stern, with the forward artillery and rear flight deck giving the ship a profile that stands apart in any collection.
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1:700 Jap. Shokaku Aircraft Carrier Waterline
300031213€41.99
The 1:700 Jap. Shokaku Aircraft Carrier Waterline assembly kit brings a key Imperial Japanese Navy carrier into compact display scale, with the long deck layout and waterline format giving the finished model a clear fleet profile. Based on the Shokaku, launched in June 1939, the subject reflects the carrier that served with the 5th Aircraft Carrier Division alongside its sister flagship Zuikaku during the Pacific War. The kit represents the ship that took part in the attack on Pearl Harbor and remained in service until the Battle of the Philippine Sea in 1944, where it was sunk after several torpedo hits from a U.S. submarine. That historical frame gives the finished model a specific identity rather than a generic carrier outline. The waterline configuration supports placement in naval collections, diorama settings or side-by-side comparisons with other 1:700 warships. Flight deck landing markings define the operating area, while the included Mitsubishi A6M2 fighters and Aichi D3A bombers add the aircraft complement named for this carrier build. Across longer bench sessions, the 600-minute assembly time allows the deck, hull and aircraft arrangement to take shape in measured stages. Once completed, the model suits shelf display, historical fleet groupings and focused maritime collections built around Pacific War subjects.
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1:700 Japanese Battleship Yamato, ship model kit
300031113€30.99
Japanese Battleship Yamato appears here as a 1:700 assembly kit in waterline form, focusing the build on the ship's long silhouette, dense superstructure and heavy turret layout. The finished model presents the famous battleship with a low hull profile, layered deck sections and a compact scale that suits shelf or cabinet display. The waterline configuration gives the ship a distinct naval look, with the hull shown as it would sit in the water rather than as a full below-waterline form. Across the deck, the arrangement of main gun turrets, smaller weapon stations, mast structures and stern equipment creates a build with many visible focal points. Close-set fittings around the central tower add depth to the command area, while the contrast between hull and deck surfaces helps the different sections read clearly once assembled. The 1:700 scale also keeps the overall footprint manageable while still leaving room for fine structural detail. Over roughly 600 minutes, the assembly process moves through the major sections of the ship and rewards careful, methodical work. The completed battleship suits display alongside other naval subjects, historical collections or dedicated warship builds, where the Yamato's length, turret spacing and superstructure shape stand out at a glance.
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1:700 JMSDF FFM-1 Mogami, ship model assembly kit
300031037€24.99
This 1:700 scale assembly kit captures JMSDF FFM-1 Mogami in a compact naval model with a finished length of 190 mm and width of 23 mm. The sharply angled hull and stealth-influenced superstructure give the ship a crisp, modern silhouette that stands out on a shelf, desk or fleet display. The hull is split into left and right parts, creating the ship's long, narrow form with clear structural definition along the waterline. Decals provide numbers 1 to 6 for ship numbers and ship names, allowing the build to represent different vessels of the class rather than a single fixed marking option. The aft helicopter area adds another layer of visual interest, with a hangar shutter that can be shown open or closed depending on the chosen display look. Assembly is required, and the stated assembly time is 600 minutes. On a display base, beside other 1:700 naval subjects, or as the focal point of a modern maritime lineup, Mogami brings contemporary warship design into a scale format that rewards careful finishing. The rotating main gun and adjustable barrel position help the completed model read less like a static block and more like a working ship captured in service.
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1:700 King George V Battleship, waterline model kit
300077525€22.49
This 1:700 waterline model kit recreates HMS King George V as she appeared during the Pacific War, with added radar and anti-aircraft armament shaping the later-service fit. The long hull, layered superstructure, gun turrets, masts and deck equipment give the finished battleship a clear naval silhouette that stands out in a fleet display. As the lead ship of the second King George V class, HMS King George V entered service in October 1940 and served as flagship of the Home Fleet. The model draws on that wartime history while focusing on the ship's later configuration, when extra radar equipment and anti-aircraft positions changed the look of the deck and upper works. The 1:700 scale keeps the footprint compact while still leaving room for visible structural detail across the bow, stern and central sections. Assembly is required, and the stated build time is 600 minutes. On the worktable, the kit suits careful painting, steady part placement and close attention to the ship's layout. Once completed, the waterline format sits naturally alongside other naval subjects and gives the battleship a convincing at-sea presence without needing a full-hull stand. Warning! Not suitable for children under 14 years.
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1:700 Prince of Wales, waterline model kit
300031615€33.99
This 1:700 waterline model kit captures Prince of Wales with the lean proportions and layered deck layout of the historic battleship, while the 322 mm length gives the finished build a strong display presence. The set is shaped to recreate the Battle of Malaya, combining the ship with 4 bomber aircraft for a more complete wartime scene. The build centers on classic naval model elements such as the hull, bridge, funnels, masts, armament and deck fittings, with decals supplied for finishing touches. A waterline presentation keeps the focus on the visible upper hull and superstructure, which suits sea-base displays and compact historical dioramas. The subject matter draws on the ship's 1941 service, from the hunt for Bismarck to its final action off Malaya, giving the finished model a clear historical setting. Assembly is required, and the stated build time of 600 minutes leaves space for a measured, step-by-step approach to painting and final detailing. On a shelf, in a naval collection or as part of a WWII scene, the model brings together scale accuracy, camouflage detail and the visual contrast between battleship and attacking aircraft. The combination of ship, bombers and markings supports a display that reads as a specific moment rather than a generic warship build.
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1:700 Sakura Destroyer, plastic model kit
300031429€9.29
The Sakura Destroyer in 1:700 scale brings a classic Japanese naval silhouette into a compact plastic model kit, with a long hull, raised deck sections and a layered superstructure that builds into a striking display piece. The finished form carries the visual rhythm of a historic destroyer, from the bow gun positions to the stern details, giving the build a clear sense of structure at every stage. Small components across the deck create the character of the ship in miniature. Gun turrets, anti-aircraft mounts, lifeboats, smokestacks and mast assemblies add depth across the full length of the vessel, while the reddish-brown lower hull line contrasts with the grey upper sections for a distinct naval profile. The bridge area, central structures and stern equipment give painters and builders defined zones to work through, making the project well suited to careful brushwork and staged finishing. As an assembly kit, it offers a substantial 600 minute build that suits a measured approach to fitting, painting and final presentation. On a shelf, desk or in a fleet display, the narrow hull and dense deck arrangement read clearly even at this compact scale. The model also fits naturally into a historic naval collection, where the mast layout, armament placement and ship profile add variety beside larger capital ships or other destroyers.
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1:700 Shinano Aircraft Carrier, waterline model kit
300031215€34.99
This 1:700 waterline model kit captures the Japanese aircraft carrier Shinano as a substantial World War II naval subject, combining a long, flat flight deck with the compact island structure and broad hull lines that define the ship's silhouette. The waterline format keeps the focus on the vessel's upper works and deck arrangement, creating a display piece that reads clearly from bow to stern. The original Shinano measured 266 m in length and displaced 62,000 tons, giving this subject a strong historical presence within the Waterline series. Its design lineage traced back to the Yamato class, and the ship carried heavy armor together with a reinforced flight deck described as able to withstand a direct 500 kg bomb explosion. That background gives the build more context than a generic carrier, especially when working through the deck surfaces, side structures and superstructure elements. The subject also stands out for its brief service history: completed in November 1944, the vessel was torpedoed by an American submarine before its first deployment and capsized near Shionomisaki. A stated assembly time of 600 minutes sets the pace for a longer bench project with room for careful painting, part placement and deck finishing. On a shelf, the waterline presentation suits naval lineups, Pacific War collections and diorama scenes that place the carrier alongside other 1:700 ships while keeping the focus on Shinano's distinctive carrier deck layout.
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1:700 Ship&Boats, diorama set, assembly kit
300031509€5.39
This 1:700 Ship&Boats diorama set is built for naval scenes that need more than a single vessel. The assembly kit gathers 23 ship and boat subjects into one Water Line format, creating a compact fleet for harbour layouts, escort scenes or wider seascape compositions where different hull sizes shape the overall view. The 1:700 scale keeps the group manageable on a shelf or display base while still leaving room to define spacing between larger ships and smaller craft. Because the set combines multiple vessel types rather than repeating one form, it supports more varied scene planning across quaysides, anchorages and open water settings. The included assembly kit format also leaves freedom for paint choices and weathering styles that match a historical or technical presentation. With a stated assembly time of 600 minutes, the build has the scope of a longer project rather than a quick single-session task. On a display base, the mix of silhouettes can be arranged into convoy lines, support formations or dockside groupings. The set also works as a source of additional vessels for expanding an existing 1:700 naval layout with more traffic, spacing and fleet detail.
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1:700 Taiho Aircraft Carrier, Waterline model kit
300031211€27.99
This 1:700 Waterline model kit recreates the Japanese aircraft carrier Taiho as a compact naval build with a long, flat flight deck, a distinct island superstructure and a hull shaped for waterline presentation. The format keeps the footprint manageable while still leaving room for the layered look of a major carrier underway. As an assembly kit, it invites a measured build over 600 minutes, with time for clean part preparation, careful alignment and painted finishing. The subject matter supports detailed brush painting, especially across deck sections, small raised structures and the aircraft carried on deck. The waterline format focuses attention on the upper hull and deck arrangement, which helps the carrier silhouette stand out clearly in a fleet display. Fine finishing work can emphasize the contrast between the flight deck, island and side structures without needing a full-hull base. On a shelf, in a naval lineup or as part of a historical diorama, Taiho brings the look of a wartime carrier group into 1:700 scale. The compact size makes it easy to place alongside other ships in the same format, while the assembly process rewards steady, detail-led model making. Paints and tools are required separately.
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1:700 US Enterprise Aircraft Carrier, model kit
300077514€17.99
This 1:700 model kit captures USS Enterprise CV-6 as the carrier appeared toward the end of World War II, when the Yorktown-class ship carried heavier anti-aircraft defenses and a crowded flight deck. The waterline format gives the vessel a clean naval profile that sits naturally in a fleet display, with the island structure, deck edge details and long flight deck all shaping the unmistakable silhouette of the 'Big E'. The subject reflects one of the most decorated ships in U.S. Navy history, first commissioned in 1938 and shown here in its later wartime form rather than its early-war appearance. Small onboard aircraft broaden the scene beyond the ship itself, with Hellcat, Corsair, Avenger and Helldiver types supplied for accurate deck arrangement. The model focuses on the visual character of a late-war carrier, from the expanded gun positions to the layered superstructure and elevator layout visible across the deck plan. Assembly is required, and the stated assembly time is 600 minutes. On a shelf, in a naval collection or as part of a Pacific theatre lineup, the finished carrier brings strong historical presence without needing a large footprint. The waterline presentation also suits harbour and sea-base dioramas, where the long deck, aircraft placement and wartime fit can be staged with a clear sense of scale.
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1:700 US Hornet Aircraft Carrier WL Model Kit
300077510€18.79
This 1:700 US Hornet Aircraft Carrier WL model kit brings a pivotal World War II warship to the workbench in a compact waterline format. The USS Hornet was completed in 1941 as the 3rd Yorktown-class aircraft carrier, and the long deck, central island structure and naval silhouette give the finished build a strong historical presence in a display cabinet or diorama. The subject is closely tied to the Doolittle Raid of April 18, 1942, the first US air attack on the Japanese home islands, and the kit reflects that episode with parts for 16 B-25 bombers. That combination allows the deck to be arranged around a specific operation rather than as a generic carrier scene. The waterline configuration suits sea-base presentation, while the 1:700 scale keeps the full carrier manageable for painting, deck markings and aircraft placement. Assembly is required, and the stated build time is 600 minutes. The Hornet was heavily damaged by Japanese bombers during the Battle of the Santa Cruz Islands in October 1942 and sank on October 27, giving the model a clearly defined historical frame. On a shelf, in a naval collection or as part of a Pacific theatre lineup, the carrier and its 16 aircraft create a scene with recognisable wartime context and fine structural detail.
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1:700 US New Jersey Battleship WL, model kit
300031614€35.99
The 1:700 US New Jersey Battleship WL model kit brings the profile of BB-62 into a compact waterline format that still carries the presence of an Iowa-class warship. At 386.5 mm long, the finished build stretches across the display space with the lean hull shape that allowed this class to pass through the Panama Canal, while the waterline layout keeps the focus on deck structures, armament and silhouette. This kit draws on the ship's long service history from 1943 to 1991 and translates key features into scale form. The Iowa-class design combined a 45,000-ton displacement with 212,000 hp, and the model reflects that balance of size and speed through its narrow-beam battleship form. The main battery is represented with 3 triple turrets carrying 9 16-inch 40.6 cm guns, arranged as 2 forward and 1 aft, which defines the ship's unmistakable stance. Manual and decals are included with the assembly kit. Paints are required separately. The build suits focused bench sessions where deck equipment, superstructure layers and turret placement come together step by step. Once completed, the model sits naturally in a naval collection, whether displayed on its own or alongside other 1:700 warships from the same era.
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1:700 USS Yorktown CV-5, aircraft carrier model kit
300031712€42.99
This 1:700 Water Line Series assembly kit recreates USS Yorktown CV-5 as a waterline aircraft carrier model with a finished length of 350 mm, bringing the proportions of the historic warship into a compact display scale. The long flight deck, island superstructure and side hull openings give the build a clear naval silhouette that stands out in a fleet lineup or as a single WWII centerpiece. Yorktown was completed in September 1937 as the first ship of her class and served as the flagship of Task Force 17 under Rear Admiral Frank J. Fletcher when the Pacific War began. The subject connects the build to major Pacific actions, including the Battle of the Coral Sea in May 1942 and the Battle of Midway, where Yorktown fought alongside USS Enterprise and USS Hornet. The Water Line format focuses the presentation on the visible ship above the waterline, which suits harbor scenes, formation displays and shelf presentation. The kit is supplied as an assembly kit, and paints are required separately. On the workbench, the 350 mm format leaves space to handle deck painting, aircraft placement and marking work with care. Once completed, the carrier suits naval collections, WWII lineups and diorama scenes that call for a historically significant U.S. Navy flagship with a strong deck profile and recognisable wartime presence. Warning! Not suitable for children under 14 years.
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1:700 Musashi Battleship, plastic model kit
300031114soon available again
The 1:700 Musashi battleship model kit brings a major World War II warship into a compact scale that still leaves room for dense deck detail, layered structures and a striking full-length silhouette. As an assembly kit, it centers the experience on careful construction, where the long hull, main turrets and tall central sections gradually come together into a display piece with a clear naval character. Across the ship, the build draws attention to the relationship between broad deck areas and tightly packed equipment zones. Gun positions, platform levels, funnel sections and mast elements create visual depth along the center of the vessel, while the stern aircraft area adds another distinct section to finish and paint. The 1:700 scale supports a detailed look without demanding the footprint of a much larger ship model. An assembly time of 600 minutes points to a project with enough scope for measured progress at the workbench rather than a quick single-session build. On display, the completed Musashi reads strongly from bow to stern, whether placed on a shelf, in a cabinet or alongside other naval subjects in the Water Line series. The long profile, dark hull and contrasting deck surfaces give the finished ship a disciplined, historical presence that suits both focused building sessions and finished collection displays.
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