1/700 Scale Tamiya 77520 Gneisenau - Precision Naval Model Kit  [77520]

Tamiya 77520 - 1/700 German Battle Cruiser Gneisenau
Price:
NZD$23.23
Brand:
Tamiya
Model:
77520
GTIN:
4950344999620
Condition:
Brand New
Available in warehouse
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Tamiya 77520 - 1/700 Scale Gneisenau Naval Model with Crisp Moulding

The Gneisenau was a prominent German capital ship of the late 1930s, launched in 1938 as part of the Scharnhorst class. Its listed displacement of about 26,000 tons understates the ship's actual standard displacement of roughly 31,800 tons, a marker of its true size and presence.

Armament included nine 28 cm main guns, a battery of twelve 15 cm secondary guns and numerous anti-aircraft positions. With substantial armour and the ability to reach about 32 knots, the Gneisenau combined protection with speed. This Tamiya kit captures those elements at 1/700 scale with well-defined parts for accurate assembly.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1/700
  • Material: Plastic
  • Assembly: Requires glue
  • Paint: Not included
The kit is best for modellers with some plastic kit experience due to small parts and delicate assembly at 1/700 scale, though patient beginners can complete it.
Neutral grey and darker grey camo tones were common; consult historical references or kit paint guides for accurate shades at 1/700 scale.
Dry-fit parts before gluing, trim flash carefully, and work from larger hull sections to smaller fittings to keep alignment correct.
A simple plinth or clear display case protects the model; adding a labelled base with scale info improves presentation for shows or shelves.

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