HMS Rodney Battleship Waterline Boat

Name: HMS Rodney Battleship Waterline Boat
Brand: Tamiya
Price: 20.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.6 (11 reviews)

Item Number: tam77502

4.6 Stars (11 Reviews)

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HMS Rodney Battleship Waterline Boat

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Product Details

This is the 1/700 scale HMS Rodney Battleship Waterline Boat plastic model military ship kit by Tamiya. It represents the famous British battleship that served during World War II, known for its role in the sinking of the German battleship Bismarck.

Product Rank

#135 in Military Ships
#155 in Ships
#3606 in Plastic Models

Includes

Plastic sprues with parts for the HMS Rodney battleship.
Decals for authentic markings and details.
Assembly instructions with diagrams.
Waterslide decals for added realism.

Features

Highly detailed plastic pieces molded in gray.
Waterline model design, showing the ship as it appears above the water for easy display.
Accurate representation of the HMS Rodney's unique triple-turret main guns.
Detailed deck and superstructure for a realistic appearance.
Historical accuracy suitable for model enthusiasts and collectors.
Tamiya quality construction.
Suitable for intermediate to advanced model builders.

Requirements & Suggestions

XF-1 - 23ml Flat Black (TAM81301) (TAM81701)
XF-2 - 23ml Flat White (TAM81302) (TAM81702)
XF-56 - 23ml Metallic Grey (TAM81356) (TAM81756)
XF-57 - 23ml Buff (TAM81357) (TAM81757)
XF-66 - 23ml Light Grey (TAM81366) (TAM81766)

Specifications

Scale: 1/700.
Length: Approximately 12.2 inches (31 cm) when assembled.
Material: Plastic.
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced.
Brand/Manufacturer: Tamiya.
Model/Item Number: 77502.
Model Type: Waterline.

Reviews

Review Summary

The reviews highlight that this model is generally easy to assemble and suitable for beginners, with a design that reflects an interesting and unique ship layout from its era. While it offers a decent level of detail for the price, especially on elements like turrets and the funnel, it lacks the finer details found in newer kits, particularly in the superstructure and secondary guns. Some users noted minor assembly challenges and suggested enhancements like custom paint schemes or photo-etched parts to elevate the final appearance.

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Different type of battleship due to treaty limitations

By: mmegee616

This was an interesting and actually easy to both build and paint. I chose a different paint scheme as shown in the instructions and was a just a little disappointed in the way I painted the deck as it didn't look clean enough to me. The ships lines are definitely a different look for a capital ship of the era, completely getting away from the Queen Elizabeth design of WW 1. Thought this could make an excellent diorama using some smaller ships or different class of BB in a port or harbor setting. The hull and main deck come as one piece so there isn't much to glue except for the superstructure and armament. In fact I did not glue the main guns as they are capable to rotate without having to do anything to them to keep them in place.

(21)

great beginner ship, but lack of detail

By: brianmiller1220 (Selinsgrove, PA)

This class is probably my favorite in World War 2. Looks ugly and beautiful at the same time. The kit does lack the detail of the newer kits our there, but this is the only 1/700 Rodney at this time, so it'll have to do. I always build my ships out of the box, but I've seen some builds of this kit that used PE and they were show stoppers, although even out of box it will look like a nice kit. Much recommended.

(21)

Interesting build

By: king_Stutzmann

This is a good model for beginners, not to much detail but still very nice for the price.

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