Tamiya 31805 - Prinz Eugen 1/700 Scale German Heavy Cruiser Kit for Modelers  [31805]

Introducing the Tamiya 1/700 German heavy cruiser Prinz Eugen kit

The Tamiya 1/700 German Heavy Cruiser Prinz Eugen kit is designed for hobbyists who value historical accuracy and crisp moulding. Prinz Eugen served as a notable Admiral Hipper class cruiser and saw action during major WWII engagements, making it a rewarding subject for a scale build.

Notable service and operational background

Built at the Germaniawerft yard in Kiel, Prinz Eugen displaced over 14,000 tons and carried four twin 20.3 cm gun turrets as primary armament. She shared the stage with the battleship Bismarck during Operation Rheinubung and later took part in the 1942 Channel Dash, demonstrating the ship's operational role in contested waters.

Scale modelling features and build notes

This kit allows representation of Prinz Eugen in either her 1941 Rheinubung appearance or the 1942 Cerberus configuration, with parts that reflect the heavier anti-aircraft complement used later. Finished length measures 303 mm, providing enough presence on a shelf while still fitting into 1/700 naval collections.