Trumpeter 05705 US Battleship BB-63 Missouri 1991 Modern 1/700 – Plastic Battleship Model Kit

Trumpeter 05705 US Battleship BB-63 Missouri 1991 Modern is a highly detailed 1/700 scale plastic model kit representing the legendary American battleship USS Missouri (BB-63) in its 1991 configuration. This model is dedicated to maritime enthusiasts and fans of the history of the most important ships of the 20th century. The product is made of high-quality plastic with precisely reproduced details, allowing for a faithful recreation of the battleship's proportions and armament after modernization.

USS Missouri (BB-63), also known as “Mighty Mo” or “Big Mo”, is an Iowa-class American battleship ordered in 1940 and built at the New York Navy Yard. It was used by the United States Navy during World War II, the Korean War, and Operation Desert Storm in 1991, throughout the Cold War and modern times. The battleship underwent extensive modernization in the 1980s, receiving new Tomahawk and Harpoon missile systems, as well as advanced electronic equipment.

The most symbolic event involving Missouri took place on September 2, 1945 – it was on her deck that the Instrument of Surrender of the Empire of Japan was signed, ending World War II. During her service, she took part in the battles of Iwo Jima, Okinawa, and also shelled the Japanese islands of Hokkaido and Honshu. Missouri's last combat operation was during the Persian Gulf in 1991. Ultimately retired from active service in 1992, she now serves as a museum ship at Pearl Harbor.

• Scale: 1/700
• User country: United States (US Navy)
• Historical period: World War II, Korean War, Cold War, Modern era
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Category: plastic model kit
• Set contents: model building parts, decal, assembly instructions (no glue or paints included)

The Trumpeter 05705 model is recommended for both intermediate and experienced modelers interested in reconstructing warships and enthusiasts of modern military history. The model features very accurate reproduction of many details of the hull, main and secondary armament, as well as deck elements, allowing the creation of a faithful miniature of this legendary battleship. Assembling the model provides not only satisfaction but also develops manual and historical skills.

Build difficulty level: 4/5 – the model includes numerous small parts requiring precision and experience.