CVN-70 Carl Vinson 1/500 Scale Model Kit - Trumpeter 05203  [TP05203]

Overview - Trumpeter 05203 Carl Vinson in 1/500 scale

This 1/500 plastic model depicts the U.S. Navy nuclear-powered carrier CVN-70 Carl Vinson, released as the third entry in the manufacturer's 1/500 U.S. Aircraft Carrier series. The focus of the kit is an accurate external likeness at this scale.

The operational CVN-70 Carl Vinson is a Nimitz-class carrier commissioned in 1982, designed for prolonged air operations. Its overall length is about 332.9 meters with a full-load displacement near 96,300 tons. The ship accommodates a large air wing and thousands of personnel and has a long operational history.

Produced for modelers, this kit highlights hull and superstructure detail at 1/500 scale. Approximate model hull length is 66.6 centimeters when scaled from the full ship length, useful for planning displays and measuring case space. The original product note did not include part counts, decals, or photo-etched items; consult the kit packaging or vendor page to confirm included components before buying.

A scale-focused representation suited for collectors and builders who want a faithful external model of a contemporary U.S. carrier for display or fleet groupings.