Airfix A03203V HMS Suffolk Classic vintage Model Building kit

• Product Info This 1:600 scale model of HMS Suffolk captures the essence of the County-class heavy cruiser, which played a crucial role in tracking the Bismarck in the Denmark Strait during May 1941. Comprising 128 components, this Skill Level 2 kit is designed for modellers aged 8 and up, providing a faithful depiction of one of the Royal Navy's key warships from World War II. The kit includes two paint options, enabling you to replicate specific configurations from the ship's notable wartime service. Part of the Airfix Vintage Classics collection, this plastic model kit combines nostalgia with historical precision, celebrating a classic design from Airfix's storied past.
• Key Features 1:600 scale model kit with 128 plastic components Skill Level 2 - suitable for modellers aged 8 years and older Includes two genuine paint schemes Recreates HMS Suffolk's 1941 wartime configuration Part of the esteemed Battle of Bismarck series Vintage Classics design honouring Airfix heritage Accurate depiction of a County-class heavy cruiser
• History: HMS Suffolk was a distinguished County-class heavy cruiser in the Royal Navy during World War II. In May 1941, she was instrumental in the Battle of the Denmark Strait and the eventual sinking of the German battleship Bismarck. Suffolk engaged the enemy battleship twice and, with her advanced radar systems, successfully tracked the Bismarck through the Denmark Strait's challenging waters. This vital surveillance allowed Suffolk to maintain contact with the enemy, providing crucial intelligence that enabled other Royal Navy units to intercept Bismarck.
• History continue: The ship's role was pivotal in one of the war's most renowned naval battles, ultimately leading to the demise of Germany's most formidable warship and safeguarding Atlantic convoys from potential threats.

Product Description During May 1941, HMS Suffolk played a vital role in the Battle of the Denmark Strait and the sinking of Bismarck. She had engaged the battleship twice during the battle and, using her radar ,she was able to track the Bismarck through the Denmark Strait and maintained contact for other units to vector into Bismarck™s path. Add this 1:600 naval ship to your model kit fleet and recreate an Airfix Vintage Classics design. Safety Warning WARNING Not suitable for children under 36 months. It contains small parts which can present a choking hazard. Please retain these details and the address for future reference. CAUTION Please remove all packaging before giving the toy to a child.