Tamiya Plastic Model Kit
Tamiya U.S. Aircraft Carrier Hornet CV-8 (1/700) 77510
The Tamiya model of the U.S. Aircraft Carrier Hornet CV-8 represents a 1/700 scale version of this famous WWII vessel. 77510) This kit represents one of World War II’s most legendary naval vessels. Launched in 1941 as USS Hornet (CV-8), this aircraft carrier gained fame for its role in the April 1942 Doolittle Raid on Tokyo, which significantly boosted American morale during the early Pacific War.
The Waterline Model represents the Hornet ship during the Doolittle Raid period and includes a set of 16 B-25 Mitchell bombers. Aircraft models can be arranged as if preparing to launch from the flight deck, which lets modellers recreate an accurate representation of this significant mission. The model ship displays precise and accurate moulding of detailed surfaces, deck equipment and anti-aircraft weapons.
This kit from Tamiya’s Waterline Series serves as an excellent addition to naval dioramas or as an independent model commemorating a significant WWII maritime event. The precise moulding of parts, combined with sharp detail and historical correctness, makes this model enjoyable to build for both beginners and advanced modellers.
- Scale: 1:700
- Kit Number: 77510
- Model Length: Approximately 350 mm
- Included: The kit comes with sixteen B-25 Mitchell bombers designed for flight deck display.
- Configuration: Waterline model (no full hull)
- Detail: The model features an authentic flight deck with detailed gun mounts and superstructure.
- Assembly: Requires glue and paint (not included)
The USS Hornet CV-8 model serves WWII naval enthusiasts by depicting a significant event in U.S. military aviation history.
