{"product_id":"44848-special-navy-72004-cv-707-vesikko-wwii-finnish-u-boat-172","title":"Special Navy 72004 CV-707 Vesikko « Sous-marin finlandais de la Seconde Guerre mondiale » 1\/72","description":"\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eSpecial Navy 72004 CV-707 Vesikko 'WWII Finnish U-Boat' 1\/72\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Special Navy 72004 CV-707 Vesikko 'WWII Finnish U-Boat' plastic model kit in 1\/72 scale is a unique offering for fans of modeling, naval history, and enthusiasts of Finnish submarines. This kit depicts the legendary Vesikko unit (CV-707), which was a Finnish diesel-electric submarine built in the Finnish shipyard in Turku based on a German design. Vesikko was an important element of the Finnish fleet during the interwar period and World War II.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel scale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of service:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finland\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period:\u003c\/strong\u003e interwar period, World War II\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParticipation in conflicts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Winter War (1939-1940), Continuation War (1941-1944)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40.9 m long, 4.1 m wide, displacement 380 tons\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArmament:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 x 533 mm torpedo tubes, Madsen 20 mm gun, 12.7 mm machine gun\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel material:\u003c\/strong\u003e high-quality plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e complete set of plastic sprues for model assembly, detailed assembly instructions. The set does not include glue or paints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct category:\u003c\/strong\u003e plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Special Navy CV-707 Vesikko model has been designed with attention to realistically reproducing the details of the historical original – from the shape of the conning tower to the torpedo arrangement and deck armament. Precise detailing and well-fitting components make this model not only visually appealing, but also a rewarding challenge for modelers wishing to build a faithful miniature of the ship.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Vesikko holds exceptional historical value: it was the prototype for the German Type IIA U-boats, making it a fascinating example compared to other submarine models from this era. Today, as a museum ship in Helsinki, it attracts history and technology enthusiasts from all over the world.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    We highly recommend this product to modelers with intermediate and advanced skills (difficulty: \u003cstrong\u003e3 on a scale of 1-5\u003c\/strong\u003e). The kit will be a unique gem in the collection of any 20th-century submarine enthusiast and can also serve as educational material for historical dioramas and museum presentations. Ideal for hobbyists who value precision, authenticity, and a rich historical context.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Special Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54722641822030,"sku":"SN72004","price":66.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/ac8ed5d7f07103a091c0327a1a8ea735.jpg?v=1755542787","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.fr\/en\/products\/44848-special-navy-72004-cv-707-vesikko-wwii-finnish-u-boat-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}