Hobby Boss 87004 USS SSN-23 Jimmy Carter 1/700 – Plastic Submarine Model Kit

The 1:700 scale plastic model kit of the USS SSN-23 Jimmy Carter is a highly detailed miniature of a modern American Seawolf-class submarine. The product comes from the renowned company Hobby Boss, known for its high-quality plastic models and excellent replication of real military units’ details. This model is intended for advanced naval modelers and collectors of modern United States Navy submarines.

• Scale: 1:700
• Model length: 196.77 mm
• Model width: 16.87 mm
• Material: high-quality plastic (styrene)
• User country: United States of America
• Product type: plastic model kit
• Manufacturer: Hobby Boss
• Product code: 87004
• Period of use: modern times – from 2005 to the present
• Level of assembly difficulty: 2/5 – suitable for intermediate and advanced modelers, requires precision and accuracy

Historical background of USS Jimmy Carter (SSN-23):

USS Jimmy Carter (SSN-23) is the third and final vessel of the Seawolf-class, and is one of the most advanced submarines in the world. It was launched in June 2004 and commissioned in February 2005. A distinctive feature of the vessel is its Multi-Mission Platform (MMP) section, which extends it by over 30 meters compared to other submarines of the class. The MMP enables the handling of advanced weaponry, improves sensory capabilities, and increases the potential for modern special operations and intelligence missions. Jimmy Carter has participated in key special missions and tactical surveillance operations for the US fleet.

Features of the Hobby Boss model:

The model is precisely designed based on the real vessel. Realistic hull lines, detailed Multi-Mission Platform section, and the characteristic Seawolf-class shape provide great display value. The kit does not include glue or paints – these are required separately.

Who is it recommended for?

The Hobby Boss 87004 USS SSN-23 Jimmy Carter 1:700 scale model is an excellent choice for naval modelers, collectors of modern warships, and enthusiasts of US naval history. Especially recommended for intermediate users due to the need for precise assembly, but the intuitive construction also allows beginner modelers to develop their skills.