Tamiya 78013 German Battleship Bismarck (1/350) – plastic model kit

The 1/350 scale Bismarck model from the renowned Japanese company Tamiya is a highly accurate plastic model kit representing the German battleship Bismarck – one of the most famous warships of World War II. The set is intended for both experienced and intermediate modelers seeking a challenge and high-quality details.

• Scale: 1:350 – allows you to build a very detailed miniature about 71 cm long.
• User country: Germany, Kriegsmarine.
• Historical period: World War II (1940-1941).
• Category: Plastic model kit.
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene).

Historical Description

The battleship Bismarck was launched in February 1939 and entered service in 1940 as the largest unit of the German navy. It gained fame during Operation “Rheinübung” in May 1941, when it sank the British battlecruiser HMS Hood. Its spectacular hunt ended a few days later, when Bismarck was surrounded and sunk by British fleets, remaining a symbol of the power and tragic history of the Kriegsmarine.

Tamiya 78013 Model Features

• The model consists of over 360 parts, allowing you to build a highly detailed replica of the battleship.
• Accurately renders all characteristic features of Bismarck, including the richly detailed superstructure, gun turrets, and deck elements.
• Numerous details: main and secondary artillery guns, lifeboats, radar mast, propellers, and rudders.
• Additional accessories: decals with German insignia, transparent elements for portholes, and photo-etched details.
• Precise pictorial instructions – helpful at every stage of construction.
• The kit does not include glue or paints.

Who is it recommended for?

Tamiya 78013 German Battleship Bismarck (1/350) is recommended for intermediate and advanced enthusiasts of military history, naval history, and warships. An excellent choice for collectors of World War II models and fans of complex ship structures.

• Building difficulty level: 4/5 – ship modeling experience recommended.

This model not only allows you to recreate the silhouette of the legendary battleship but also provides many hours of fascinating construction and excellent visual effects upon completion.