1/535 USS Missouri Battleship

This is a 1:535 USS Missouri Plastic Model Battleship Kit from Revell-Monogram. It's a level 2 model boat for intermediate modelers, ages 10 and over. One of the nation's most powerful naval vessels, the USS Missouri was the last of four Iowa class battleships - the largest battleships built by the USN. The most memorable mission of the "Mighty Mo" was when she was chosen as the scene of the historic signing of the peace treaty with Japan. This kit contains a copy of the plaque placed on her deck after the surrender documents were signed. FEATURES: Static model contains 75 pieces molded in Light Gray Contains waterslide decals, and the model can be painted as seen on the box with these following colors: Black, Silver, Dark Red, Dark Gray, Wood Tan, and Dark Blue. Two Navy seaplanes on movable catapults Nine elevating guns Forward mast and radar screens Three movable turrets. Twenty 40mm guns. Authentic US Navy decal markings Ten 5" guns Display stand Colorful flag sheet Historical paper plaque and nameplate Box cover depicts the historical scene of Japanese surrender ceremonies on 2 September 1945 to General Douglas MacArthur and the allied forces. MARKING OPTIONS: One decal sheet with markings for one battleship: 63, Missouri INCLUDES: One 1:535 USS Missouri Model Battleship Kit with Display Stand REQUIRES: Assembly Cement Knife or Model Blade for trimming Toothpick and Brush for cementing Paint (if desired) Adult Supervision SPECS: Length: 20" (508mm) Width: 2-3/8" (60mm) Pieces: 75 COMMENTS: Keep away from small children, as parts may cause choking in infants. For ages 10 and up. Revell-Monogram has three skill level models, 1 being the easiest, 3, the most challenging. It's recommended to use only Revell cement, since this kit is molded of styrene plastic.