Hobby Boss 82505 USS Arthur W. Radford DD-968 Compact Display Kit  [HB-82505]

Hobby Boss USS Arthur W. Radford DD-968 Replica

The USS Arthur W. Radford DD-968 belongs to the Spruance class, designed primarily for anti-submarine tasks and fleet support. In service these ships used four General Electric LM-2500 gas turbines rated around 80,000 shaft horsepower, allowing speeds in excess of 30 knots. The Hobby Boss kit recreates the vessel in a compact scale while keeping key silhouette details intact.

Why Model This Destroyer

Spruance class vessels earned a reputation for being adaptable platforms with advanced command systems for their time. In combat operations such as Operation Desert Storm these destroyers were involved in long-range strike missions using Tomahawk cruise missiles. Building the USS Arthur W. Radford DD-968 model is a way to study that service history while assembling a tidy, display-ready ship.

Construction Advice and Presentation

The 1:1250 scale parts are designed for precise assembly and a clean finish. Careful trimming and dry-fitting will help align small components, resulting in a professional-looking piece that fits neatly into collections or teaching displays.