Pontos 20005WD1 USS BB-61 Iowa 1944 Wooden Deck set (20B Deck Blue) (1/200) – Wooden deck and photo-etched set for the USS Iowa battleship

We present the exceptional Pontos 20005WD1 USS BB-61 Iowa 1944 Wooden Deck set (20B Deck Blue) in an impressive 1/200 scale, dedicated to modelers seeking the highest level of detail and realism in recreating the legend of the United States Navy—the USS Iowa (BB-61) battleship from World War II. The set is designed for the Trumpeter USS Iowa model kit (catalogue number 03706), making it the perfect complement and significantly enhancing the model’s visual appeal.

• Scale: 1/200 – extremely detailed, allowing for the presentation of even the smallest structural elements.
• Nation of use: United States of America
• Historical period: World War II, the set represents the ship’s 1944 configuration
• Material: Laser-cut deck made from high-quality, natural wood in a realistic 20B Deck Blue hue; photo-etched metal parts provide the highest level of precision. The set includes supplementary elements for correct integration with the base model.
• Category: Model accessory set – wooden deck and photo-etched parts for plastic models

Brief historical description:
USS Iowa (BB-61) was the lead ship of the famous Iowa-class battleships, designed as a fast unit for escorting aircraft carriers and conducting shore bombardment. USS Iowa was commissioned in 1943 and distinguished itself through intensive activity in the Pacific, supporting Allied amphibious operations and participating in the bombardment of Japanese islands. After World War II, the ship also took an active part in subsequent conflicts, right up to the end of the Cold War.

Why choose this product?
The Pontos Model wooden deck is laser-cut with attention to every detail of the wood grain and the specific shapes of the USS Iowa deck, while additional photo-etched parts enable perfectly realistic finishing. This is an excellent choice for advanced modelers, naval enthusiasts, and fans of super-detailing in large scales. The set offers a superb combination of top-quality materials and unbelievable workmanship precision.

Difficulty level: 5/5 – recommended for advanced modelers, requires experience in assembling wooden decks and photo-etched parts.