Overview
The Tamiya 1/700 USS Yorktown (CV-5) model kit recreates the legendary American aircraft carrier as she appeared during the pivotal Battle of Midway in June 1942. Completed in September 1937 as the US Navy's sixth aircraft carrier, the Yorktown served as flagship of Task Force 17 under Rear Admiral Frank J. Fletcher.
The Yorktown played crucial roles in early Pacific War operations, including helping thwart the Japanese advance at the Battle of the Coral Sea despite suffering severe damage. At Midway, alongside USS Enterprise and USS Hornet, she helped defeat the Japanese Mobile Fleet before succumbing to attacks from aircraft of the carrier Hiryu and torpedoes from submarine I-168.
Key Features
- Depicts Yorktown in her Battle of Midway configuration
- Twenty-four aircraft included: Wildcats, Dauntlesses, and Devastators
- Hangar doors can be shown open or closed
- Rear elevator positionable in up or down position
- Decals for aircraft markings included
- Highly detailed flight deck and island structure
Performance Benefits
- Multiple display options with moveable parts
- Complete air wing representation
- Historically accurate Midway configuration
- Premium detail throughout
Usage Notes
- Assembly and painting required
- Recommended for intermediate to advanced modelers
- Model cement and paints sold separately
- Color painting guide included
Technical Specs
- Scale: 1/700
- Completed Length: 350mm
- Ship Class: Yorktown-class aircraft carrier
- Tamiya Item Number: 31712
Included Aircraft
- F4F Wildcat fighters (8)
- Douglas SBD-3 Dauntless dive bombers (12)
- Douglas TBD-1 Devastator torpedo bombers (4)
What's Included
- Plastic parts for 1/700 scale USS Yorktown
- 24 aircraft with decals
- Metal ballast plate
- Brass wire for optional detailing
- Assembly instructions with painting guide
Needed to Complete
- Plastic model cement
- Hobby tools
- Paints (Tamiya XF-1, XF-2, XF-18, XF-19, XF-50 recommended)
- Fine brushes or airbrush
Summary
The Tamiya USS Yorktown CV-5 kit is a stunning tribute to one of America's most heroic aircraft carriers. With comprehensive aircraft complement and multiple configuration options, this model captures the carrier at her most historically significant moment. A centerpiece model for any WWII Pacific collection.
