Tamiya 31804 - 1/700 USS Indianapolis Waterline Series, compact warship model kit [31804]

Tamiya 31804 - 1/700 U.S. NAVY CA-35 Indianapolis

Price:

NZD$28.08

Brand:

Tamiya

Model:

31804

GTIN:

4950344999477

Condition:

Brand New

Quantity:

Available in warehouse

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Honouring the USS Indianapolis in miniature

The USS Indianapolis earned a notable place in naval history after commissioning in 1932 and serving through vital Pacific operations in World War II. This Tamiya 1/700 model shows the ship as seen in July 1945, offering modellers a focused subject for a historically faithful build.

Service highlights and historical context

As a task force flagship, Indianapolis supported major fleet actions and carried important cargoes to the Pacific islands. The model reflects the ship's wartime appearance and helps builders appreciate its operational role through scaled detail.

Model kit details and assembly notes

Tamiya provides crisply molded parts that replicate the ship's armament, superstructure and deck fittings. The kit includes fine anti-aircraft models, rotating turrets and realistic deck textures such as anchor chain and non-slip surfaces. At 1/700 scale the assembled hull measures about 266mm long and 29mm across.

Specifications

Scale: 1/700
Length: 266mm
Width: 29mm
Material: Plastic
Includes two Curtiss SC-1 Seahawks

What does waterline series mean for this kit?

Waterline kits show the ship as if floating at the surface, omitting the lower hull. This is ideal for dioramas or shelf display where the focus is the ship's profile and deck detail.

Are the Curtiss SC-1 Seahawks included in the box?

Yes, the kit list includes two Curtiss SC-1 Seahawks, allowing you to depict the ship's onboard aircraft as part of a historically accurate deck arrangement.