Trumpeter 05710 USSR Navy P. Velikiy Battle Cruiser 1/700 – plastic model kit

Trumpeter 05710 USSR Navy P. Velikiy Battle Cruiser in 1/700 scale is a high-quality plastic assembly model representing the nuclear missile cruiser Pyotr Velikiy (P. Velikiy), the largest and most heavily armed surface ship of the current Russian Northern Fleet. This model perfectly recreates the detailed structure of the original and will delight any maritime modeling enthusiast seeking the most realistic replicas of contemporary warships.

Model scale: 1/700.

Material: Top-quality plastic, allowing for precise assembly and easy painting. The set does not include metal or resin add-ons; the manufacturer did not provide photo-etched parts as standard, although many details, such as weapons, antennas, and superstructures, are very faithfully rendered in plastic.

Country of use: Russia (formerly the USSR). The ship was dedicated to service in the Russian Northern Fleet, serving as its flagship.

Historical period: Modern times (from the end of the Cold War to the present day, completed in 1998, still in service).

Brief historical overview: Pyotr Velikiy is the fourth and only completed Kirov-class vessel, symbolizing Russia's naval power after the collapse of the USSR. This ship participated, among others, in the largest Russian navy exercises of the 21st century, secured the site of the K-141 Kursk submarine disaster in the Barents Sea in 2000, and took part in strategic missions off the Arctic coast. Modernized and maintained in combat readiness, it is a crucial element of Russia's northern maritime defense.

• The model is a faithful replica of the Kirov-class nuclear-powered ship, capturing both the silhouette and the arrangement of the distinctive anti-ship missile launchers, radars, sensors, and hangars for Ka-27 helicopters.
• The set includes numerous deck details and armament, including models of the S-300F, S-300FM systems, AK-130 artillery systems, anti-aircraft barrels, and distinctly separated panels for the bridge and masts.
• Length of completed model: approx. 37 cm – an impressive size even in 1/700 scale, making it excellent for maritime dioramas and collector display cases.

Category: Plastic model kit for advanced and intermediate modelers (difficulty level: 3/5). Recommended for those seeking realistic representations of modern warships – suitable for collectors, as well as enthusiasts of military technology history and maritime subjects.

The Trumpeter 05710 USSR Navy P. Velikiy Battle Cruiser 1/700 model is especially recommended for modelers looking for unique replicas of contemporary warships and those wishing to expand their collection with a detailed nuclear cruiser boasting impressive history and strategic significance. It also serves as an excellent base for elaborate painting projects and maritime dioramas.