USS VINCENNES CA-44 by Trumpeter 05749 Detailed Model Kit  [TP05749]

Detailed Profile for Trumpeter 05749 USS Vincennes CA-44

The Trumpeter 05749 USS Vincennes CA-44 reproduces the New Orleans class heavy cruiser with close attention to hull lines and deck fittings, echoing the ship's World War II Pacific operations. Though the class count dropped to four active units by 1942, these cruisers remained tactically significant and amassed 63 Battle Stars between them.

Why This Class Appeals to Modellers

The New Orleans ships were final examples of the interwar treaty cruisers, prized for their sturdy construction and capacity for upgrades. Modellers will note how added radar and anti-aircraft installations changed displacement and silhouette, making each refit period interesting to represent.

Construction Scale and Finish Considerations

This 1:700 kit results in a 256.2mm long model that is compact enough for shelf display yet detailed enough for painting and rigging work. The set includes 188 injection-moulded plastic parts on 12 sprues and omits metal or resin components, leaving room for customisation and aftermarket enhancement.