Hobby Boss 82502 USS Vincennes CG-49 Collector Ship Kit  [HB-82502]

USS Vincennes CG-49: Service and Capabilities

Commissioned on July 6, 1985, the USS Vincennes (CG-49) served as a Ticonderoga-class guided missile cruiser with a range of systems. Its fit included guided missiles, close-in weapon systems, electronic jammers and two Seahawk helicopters, enabling anti-submarine and anti-ship roles plus personnel movements.

Construction notes for modellers

The Hobby Boss 82502 USS Vincennes CG-49 kit reproduces the vessel's profile for model enthusiasts who value authenticity. Parts are designed to recreate how the ship operated within carrier groups, with components that suggest its sensor and weapons arrangements. The vessel remained in service until June 29, 2005 when it was decommissioned in San Diego.

Display potential and historical context

Once assembled and painted, the model makes a compact historical piece ideal for display cabinets and collections, reflecting the ship's operational awards and service record.