Tamiya 78028 US Battleship BB-62 New Jersey (1/350)

Tamiya 78028 US Battleship BB-62 New Jersey is an extremely detailed 1/350 scale plastic model of a warship, intended for demanding modelers with a passion for military and naval history. This kit faithfully replicates the American battleship USS New Jersey (BB-62), one of the legendary Iowa-class ships that formed the backbone of the United States Navy's maritime forces.

The USS New Jersey was built during World War II and entered service in 1943. It was used extensively during World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and throughout the Cold War until the late 1980s. Its modern design and versatile armament made it one of the most powerful ships in the US Navy fleet. It served on four separate occasions in different theaters of war, and its achievements are well documented in the history of the US Navy, both as a combat unit and as a flagship.

The Tamiya 78028 model stands out thanks to its attractive form and impressive level of detail, precisely crafted from the highest quality plastic. The manufacturer has ensured the accurate reproduction of the ship’s characteristic lines, the abundance of deck armament—from the main 406 mm gun turrets to torpedo launchers and auxiliary weapons—as well as numerous equipment elements such as radars, cranes, and lifeboats. The segmented construction makes assembly and detailed finishing of individual sections easier.

• Model scale: 1/350
• Type: plastic model kit
• Country: USA
• Era: World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, Cold War
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Glue and paints not included
• Precise, realistic details with faithful reproduction of the original

We recommend this model both to advanced modelers and enthusiasts of naval history. It is perfect as a collector’s display piece or as a valuable starting point for intensive enhancement using photo-etched add-ons or resin accessories. We rate the kit’s difficulty as 4 out of 5—this model requires precision and skills in working with multi-component constructions, but the satisfaction and final result will delight every ship modeling enthusiast.