Very Fire VF350919DX USS Salem CA-139 Deluxe Kit 1/350 – Plastic Ship Model Kit

Discover an exceptional ship model – Very Fire VF350919DX USS Salem CA-139 Deluxe Kit 1/350, representing the legendary heavy cruiser USS Salem (CA-139), part of the Des Moines class. This 1/350 scale kit is the perfect choice for both collectors and advanced modelers who appreciate the highest level of detail and a wealth of extras.

• Scale: 1/350
• Category: plastic ship model kit with photo-etched add-ons and resin parts
• Country of Operator: United States of America
• Service Period: Cold War (1949–1959)

USS Salem (CA-139) entered service in 1949 as the flagship of the 6th Fleet of the US Navy. It became renowned for its modern design—as the first cruiser in the world equipped with fully automatic main artillery. The vessel actively patrolled the Mediterranean Sea, taking part in many peacekeeping operations, and during its service became a symbol of American naval power in the Cold War era. After being decommissioned in 1959, it was preserved as a museum ship in Quincy, Massachusetts.

The Deluxe Version of this model by Very Fire stands out for its exceptional wealth of equipment. The kit includes not only perfectly reproduced plastic parts, but also high-quality photo-etched sheets (PE), resin components, precisely replicated metal gun barrels, and numerous details to help build realistic sections of deck, superstructure, and armament. Thanks to this, the model is one of the most accurately rendered heavy cruisers of the US Navy available in this scale.

• Richly detailed sprues with intricate details
• Photo-etched sheets (PE) – railings, ladders, armament details
• Resin parts for the most complex superstructure and fittings components
• Metal barrels for main and secondary artillery
• Clear assembly instructions

We recommend this model to advanced hobbyists experienced in building complex ships—the reproduction requires precision and patience (difficulty level 4/5). It is also ideal for US Navy history enthusiasts and Cold War ship collectors who expect the highest quality of detail and customization possibilities.

Choose the Very Fire VF350919DX USS Salem CA-139 Deluxe Kit 1/350 and add one of the most advanced masterpieces of American maritime engineering to your collection!