1/700 U.S.S. Essex CV-9 Aircraft Carrier

Assemble the USS Essex CV-9 with this 1:700 Scale Plastic Model Kit from the Trumpeter World Boat Series. Suitable for Ages 14 & Older.

Essex received the Presidential Unit Citation, and 13 battle stars for WWII service; 4 battle stars and the Navy Unit Commendation for Korean War service.

An accurate representation of the 4th Essex aircraft carrier to have been launched.
Fully detailed static display model, which can be built either as a waterline version or full hull version.
Intricately detailed island.
A fleet of aircraft molded in clear polystyrene with scribed surface details: F6F, SB2C, TBF, SBD Detailed life boats and aircraft cranes.
Armed with 40mm guns and MK 30 single 5"/38 caliber guns.
Complete flight deck detail.
Well-appointed hangar deck.
Authentic decal markings.
Vacuum-formed, transparent blue oceanic display for use with the waterline version.
A molded display stand is provided if the full hull version is built.
Illustrated assembly guide.

One Plastic Model

Manufacturer:	Trumpeter
Product #:	tsm05728
Your Price:	$28.89
List Price:	$39.95
Availability:	In Stock

Scale: 1:700
Length: 14-15/16" (379mm)
Width: 2-3/8" (60mm)
Total Pcs: 606

Assembly
Cement (hcahcar3415)
Hobby Knife (hcahcar0130)
Pin Vise (hcahcar0696)
Paint (Gold, Hull Red, Flat Black, Sea Blue, Ocean Gray, Light Gray, Deck Blue)