Hobby Boss 86507 French Navy Strasbourg Battleship 1/350 – plastic ship model kit

The Hobby Boss 86507 model depicts the French battleship Strasbourg in 1/350 scale, faithfully recreating this icon of the French fleet from World War II. This plastic model kit is a proposition for demanding modelers wishing to recreate one of the most important warships of the French Navy, which played a significant role during the dramatic events related to the attempted takeover of the French fleet by the Allies and Axis powers.

Historical Information

The battleship Strasbourg was launched in 1936 and went into service in 1938, representing modern engineering solutions of the French Navy just before World War II. After the fall of France in 1940, Strasbourg took part in a dramatic escape from Mers-el-Kébir port in Algeria, which was attacked by the Royal Navy, and subsequently reached the port of Toulon. In November 1942, to avoid seizure by German forces, she was scuttled in Toulon. This ship is an excellent example of modern naval architecture of the interwar period and World War II.

Hobby Boss 86507 model details:

• Scale: 1/350
• Operator country: France
• Model length: 623 mm
• Model width: 91.9 mm
• Material: high-quality plastic, photo-etched parts
• The kit includes over 650 parts on 14 sprues, plus hull and deck
• Extras: 6 photo-etched elements and metal anchor chain
• No resin or chromed parts included
• Recommended paint and glue available separately

Who is it recommended for?

The Hobby Boss 86507 kit is an excellent choice for advanced modelers and enthusiasts of naval history and World War II. Thanks to the wealth of detail and included photo-etched parts, it will satisfy collectors seeking a high-quality replica of a real battleship. It is a perfect centerpiece in any 1/350 scale warship collection.

Build difficulty: 4/5

Due to numerous details, the presence of photo-etched parts, and a high part count, the model requires experience and precision. The Hobby Boss 86507 is an excellent choice for modelers seeking a challenging, rewarding project with outstanding display qualities.