Eduard 17035 RN Roma 1943 battleship TRUMPETER 1/700 – photo-etched parts accessory set

We present a unique set of photo-etched accessories Eduard 17035 designed for the Italian battleship RN Roma (1943) model, perfectly matched to the Trumpeter 1/700 scale kit. This product is a professional enhancement to the basic model kit, allowing for a significant increase in realism and the level of detail of this famous World War II warship replica.

Set contents and materials

• Precision photo-etched sheets made of high-quality brass
• Intricate parts for deck details: railings, ladders, radars, winches, and various ship fittings
• The set also includes superstructure parts, supports, and mast constructions not found in the standard Trumpeter model kit
• Perfect integration with the 1/700 model, with no need for additional conversions

Historical description and application

The battleship RN Roma was one of the most famous warships of the Italian Regia Marina, serving during World War II. She entered service in 1942 and took part in naval operations in the Mediterranean Sea. Her most famous episode was her tragic sinking on September 9, 1943, after an attack by German bombers equipped with guided Fritz X bombs, which marked a breakthrough in the history of wartime technologies. The Eduard 17035 set makes it possible to accurately recreate the characteristic fittings and armament of that period's ship.

Category and intended use

• Category: Photo-etched accessories for plastic ship models
• User country of the original: Italy
• Scale: 1/700
• Historical period: World War II

Recommendation and difficulty level

The Eduard 17035 RN Roma 1943 battleship set is dedicated to advanced modelers who wish to achieve the highest level of detail reproduction in 1/700 scale. The difficulty level – 5/5 – results from the precise assembly requirements of small photo-etched parts and the need to use specialized modeling tools. It is a choice for ship modeling enthusiasts seeking to enhance the visual quality of their collection.

We recommend this product to anyone who expects absolute precision and realistic details from their models, giving the RN Roma model a professional character.