Trumpeter 05730 USS FRANKLIN CV-13 1/700 – Plastic Ship Model Kit

Trumpeter 05730 USS FRANKLIN CV-13 1/700 is a high-quality plastic model kit that faithfully recreates the legendary American aircraft carrier from World War II. The model is designed in a precise 1/700 scale, ideal for building detailed dioramas and warship collections, offering excellent proportions with an optimal amount of detail.

Historical Information and Use of the USS Franklin CV-13

USS Franklin (CV-13) was one of the most important Essex-class aircraft carriers in the US Navy. Launched in 1943 during World War II, the ship earned fame during Pacific operations. She took part in operations in Japanese waters and supported landings on Iwo Jima and Okinawa. In March 1945, Franklin suffered a heavy air attack – despite severe damage and fire, the crew managed to save the ship, resulting in the vessel being awarded with the highest number of Medal of Honor war heroes.

• Scale: 1/700
• Country of use: United States of America
• Period of use: World War II, from 1943
• Historical application: Pacific naval operations, amphibious landings support, air combat

Set Features

• Category: plastic model kit
• Material: highest quality polystyrene plastic
• Special features: detailed reproduction of the flight deck, hangar equipment, ship artillery, and onboard aircraft
• Included: parts for building the model, decals, detailed assembly instructions
• Not included: glue, paints, or modeling tools

Who Is This Model For?

The Trumpeter 05730 USS FRANKLIN CV-13 1/700 model is an excellent choice for both experienced modelers and warship enthusiasts. Due to the large number of small parts and the high level of detail, we recommend it mainly for advanced users (difficulty level 4/5). It is also a great option for collectors who appreciate historical models and want to add a realistic US Navy ship from World War II to their collection.

Why Is It Worth It?

Trumpeter is renowned for precision, reliability in detail reproduction, and high-quality materials. By choosing this kit, you gain the opportunity to build a legendary aircraft carrier that played a significant role in the history of the US Navy. It is the ideal product for history buffs, modeling enthusiasts, and collectors.