Hobby Boss 83509 1/350 HMS Astute Scale Assembly Model  [HB-83509]

Overview of the Hobby Boss 83509 HMS Astute 1/350 Kit

The HMS Astute stands as a modern nuclear-powered attack submarine with advanced operational range and endurance. This Hobby Boss 1/350 representation reproduces the submarine's smooth silhouette and presents the kind of panel and surface detail that appeals to naval modellers.

Why Modellers Choose This Subject

At 1/350 scale the HMS Astute gives a rewarding build that requires attention to fine parts to reflect the vessel's combat role versus ballistic missile submarines. The actual Astute class was constructed by BAE Systems in Barrow-in-Furness and is a high-cost, complex naval platform, with unit costs reported around $2.4 billion USD.

Tips for Construction

Expect to spend time aligning hull halves, trimming tiny fittings, and test-fitting before final gluing. The finished kit serves as an educational display highlighting modern submarine architecture.