Trumpeter Plastic Model Kit
USS Hornet CV-8 (1/350) 05601
This 1/350 scale kit from Trumpeter represents USS Hornet CV-8, the third and final Yorktown-class aircraft carrier of the United States Navy. Commissioned in 1941, Hornet gained legendary status for launching the Doolittle Raid on Tokyo in April 1942 and later participating in the pivotal Battle of Midway. Her wartime service was short but impactful, ending with her loss at the Battle of the Santa Cruz Islands in October 1942.
The model features a waterline plate and measures 720mm in length with a beam of 100mm. It includes finely detailed flight deck features, anti-aircraft armament, island superstructure, and optional air wing components. This large-scale kit offers exceptional accuracy and presence, ideal for serious WWII naval modellers.
- 1/350 scale plastic model of USS Hornet CV-8 aircraft carrier
- Detailed Yorktown-class design with late 1942 features
- Includes waterline display plate and flight deck detail
- Model dimensions: Length 720mm, Width 100mm
- Suitable for Pacific Theatre dioramas and carrier group builds
This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.
Suggested Paint Colours
| Paint Brand | Code | Colour Name |
|---|---|---|
| Tamiya | XF-17 | Sea Blue |
| Tamiya | XF-53 | Neutral Grey |
| Mr Hobby | C035 | IJN Dark Grey |
| Mr Hobby | C368 | Sea Blue FS25042 |
| Vallejo | 71.109 | PRU Blue |
| Vallejo | 70.992 | Neutral Grey |
Paints are shown for reference only; they may not be recommended in the manufacturer’s instructions and are to be used only as a guide. It is recommended that you conduct your own research to find the finish you want.
History
USS Hornet (CV-8) was commissioned in 1941 and quickly became one of the most recognisable aircraft carriers of the Second World War. Her most famous mission was launching the Doolittle Raid in April 1942, the first air strike on the Japanese home islands, which provided a major morale boost to the Allied war effort. She went on to play a key role in the Battle of Midway and other Pacific engagements.
Despite her short service life, Hornet’s contribution to early US carrier warfare was significant. She was sunk during the Battle of the Santa Cruz Islands in October 1942 after sustaining heavy damage. Her legacy lives on as a symbol of resilience and strategic impact in the early years of the Pacific War. Trumpeter’s kit captures her unique layout and wartime configuration in exceptional detail.
