Hobby Boss 87006 Type IX U-boat Detailed Kit  [HB-87006]

Hobby Boss 87006 Type IX Kit Summary

This Hobby Boss 87006 kit recreates the Type IX U-boat with precise lines and period proportions, reflecting the class engineered for extended ocean patrols. The later Type IX boats shed some external fittings for a sleeker silhouette, which this model mirrors.

Historic Role and Key Construction Traits

The Type IX was valued for long endurance patrols and offered greater internal volume than smaller types. It carried six forward torpedo tubes and could stow as many as 23 torpedoes, alongside a deck gun and adjustable anti-aircraft mounts. This 1:700 scale kit captures those combat and design characteristics for scale enthusiasts.

Why Modellers Choose This Kit

Modellers who enjoy compact, accurate naval subjects will appreciate the kit's detail and display potential. The small footprint suits shelf presentations and groupings with other wartime ships, delivering an accurate miniature of a major submarine type.