Overview
The Tamiya 1/700 German Scharnhorst captures the lead ship of her class that terrorized Allied shipping in the early years of WWII. This waterline model delivers the distinctive Atlantic bow and powerful armament of this Kriegsmarine capital ship in a compact display size.
Tamiya's precision engineering provides accurate representation of Scharnhorst's nine 11-inch guns in triple turrets, extensive secondary armament, and the sleek lines that made her one of the fastest capital ships afloat.
Key Features
- Accurate 1/700 waterline scale
- Detailed triple gun turrets
- Compact display size
- Complete armament
- Detailed superstructure
- Kriegsmarine markings
Performance Benefits
- Space-efficient display
- Excellent Tamiya detail
- Quick build time
- Historical accuracy
- Quality plastic
Usage Notes
- Intermediate modeler skill
- Small parts require care
- Thin cement recommended
- Fine brushes for detail
- Magnification helpful
Technical Specs
- Scale: 1/700 waterline
- Length: Approximately 330mm
- Class: Scharnhorst-class
- Nation: Kriegsmarine
- Manufacturer: Tamiya
- Item Number: 77518
What's Included
- Plastic model parts on sprues
- Decal sheet
- Illustrated assembly instructions
Needed to Complete
- Plastic model cement
- Hobby knife and sprue cutters
- Sandpaper and files
- Acrylic or enamel paints
- Fine paint brushes
Summary
The Tamiya 1/700 Scharnhorst delivers excellent representation of this formidable Kriegsmarine warship in a compact waterline format.
