Meng Model ES-007 U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier U.S.S. Lexington (CV-2) Extreme Edition 1/700 – detail-up set

The Meng Model ES-007 "Extreme Edition" detail-up set is a complete collection of high-end accessories dedicated to the 1/700 scale plastic model of the American aircraft carrier USS Lexington (CV-2). This set is designed for the most demanding modelers who wish to raise the level of detail of their model to the highest standards, achieving an effect close to a miniature replica of the original ship from the World War II era.

Substantive product features:

• The set corresponds to the USS Lexington (CV-2), which served in the US Navy from 1927 to 1942, taking part in key Pacific operations during World War II, including the Battle of the Coral Sea.
• Set elements are made from high-quality photo-etched metal and precision resin, offering maximum detail even in the small 1/700 scale.
• Category: detail-up set for plastic assembly model kits.
• The set includes, among others: railings, radars, antennas, weaponry, gun barrels, ladders, aircraft elevators, winches, and numerous small deck details and hangar equipment.
• This set was developed based on accurate plans and historical documentation—ideal for diorama enthusiasts and ship modelers with high demands for authenticity.
• An excellent addition to the 1/700 scale U.S.S. Lexington (CV-2) model, offering a drastic realism improvement over the original kit parts.

Purpose and recommendation:

The product is recommended for advanced and experienced modelers, naval history enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to achieve the highest level of detail during construction or detail-up of American World War II aircraft carrier models. This set is intended for professionals and ambitious hobbyists who are not afraid to work with delicate photo-etched and resin parts.

Difficulty level: 5/5

Assembly and use of this set requires experience, precision, patience, and appropriate modeling tools. However, the final effect rewards all the effort, allowing you to create a fully detailed model of the USS Lexington (CV-2)—an icon in the history of the U.S. Navy.