I Love Kit LK62008 1/200 US Navy USS Donald Cook DDG-75 Destroyer Warship
Product Overview:
I Love Kit LK62008 offers a finely detailed 1/200 scale plastic model of the USS Donald Cook (DDG-75), an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer of the United States Navy. This kit features over 1,300 parts, including photo-etched components and a metal anchor chain, accurately representing the ship’s design. With precise engineering and comprehensive instructions, this model provides an authentic representation of this modern naval vessel.
Features:
- 1/200 scale plastic model kit of the US Navy USS Donald Cook DDG-75 Destroyer
- Over 1,300 parts including 6 photo-etched sheets and metal anchor chain
- One-piece hull constructed from two-directional slide moulds for accurate shape
- Finely rendered decks with detailed surface textures
- Includes display stand and a 1/200 scale SH-60B Seahawk helicopter
- Comprehensive instructions with painting and marking guides
- Model dimensions: Length 769 mm, Beam 111 mm
Note:
This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.
History:
The USS Donald Cook (DDG-75) is an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer commissioned into the United States Navy in 1998. Named in honour of Colonel Donald G. Cook, a Marine Corps officer posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his valour as a prisoner of war during the Vietnam War, the ship embodies a legacy of courage and service. Equipped with the Aegis Combat System, the USS Donald Cook is capable of conducting a variety of missions, including air defence, anti-submarine warfare, and surface warfare. Its arsenal includes the Mk 41 Vertical Launching System, Tomahawk cruise missiles, and advanced radar and sonar systems. Over the years, the USS Donald Cook has participated in numerous operations and exercises, demonstrating the versatility and strength of modern naval warfare. The ship’s deployments have included missions in the Mediterranean Sea and the Black Sea, where it has played a role in promoting security and stability. The USS Donald Cook continues to serve as a testament to the enduring capabilities of the Arleigh Burke-class destroyers in the 21st century.
