Pontos 23005F1 USS BB-61 Iowa 1944 Detail Up Set (20B Deck Blue stained wooden deck) (1/200)

Pontos 23005F1 USS BB-61 Iowa 1944 Detail Up Set (20B Deck Blue stained wooden deck) (1:200) is a professional detail-up set designed for the USS Iowa battleship model in 1/200 scale, produced by Trumpeter (catalog number 03706). The set is intended for experienced modelers who wish to take their ship to a whole new level of realistic detailing and historical authenticity of this famous World War II vessel.

USS BB-61 Iowa was the lead ship of her class of Iowa-class battleships, serving with the United States Navy during World War II. She was launched in 1942 and commissioned in 1943. USS Iowa took part in, among others, operations in the Pacific, and was present during the transport of President Franklin D. Roosevelt to the Tehran Conference. The ship is renowned for its remarkable speed and excellent armament and armor, becoming one of the symbols of US Navy power during World War II and the Cold War era.

• Model scale: 1/200
• Country of service: United States of America
• Historical period: World War II
• Intended use: Detailing set for plastic models
• Compatibility: Trumpeter USS Iowa 1/200 (03706)
• Material: Etched brass, photo-etched parts, resin elements, stained wooden deck
• Set contents: 303 brass elements, 18 photo-etched detail sheets, 29 resin parts, 16 life tubes, stained wooden deck in 20B Deck Blue shade

The set is distinguished by the use of a fantastically rendered stained wooden deck in the 20B Deck Blue color, typical for American ships from 1944–1945. In addition, you will find highly precise photo-etched details that enhance the realism of the bridge, masts, armament, and deck equipment, while the resin components provide accurate reproduction of shapes. This set is ideal for modelers specializing in naval modeling as well as all enthusiasts of World War II warships.

We recommend this set to advanced and intermediate modelers (difficulty level 5/5) who want to create a striking, historically accurate model of the USS Iowa as it appeared in 1944. Pontos 23005F1 guarantees the highest quality, precision, and satisfaction in building!