Eduard 53170 CV-63 Kitty Hawk pt.1 - island TRUMPETER 1/350 – 1:350 scale upgrade set

Eduard 53170 CV-63 Kitty Hawk pt.1 - island TRUMPETER 1/350 is an advanced photo-etched set dedicated to the American aircraft carrier model USS Kitty Hawk (CV-63) in 1:350 scale, compatible with the Trumpeter kit. This product is intended to enhance the “island” structure—the ship's distinctive command superstructure.

Product Description and Set Contents

The Eduard 53170 set includes precisely manufactured photo-etched sheets—details prepared by the world leader in this technology. These elements allow you to significantly enrich the standard kit with numerous impressive and historically accurate details that cannot be reproduced with plastic alone.

• Scale: 1:350
• Purpose: enhancement of the “island” superstructure for the Trumpeter USS Kitty Hawk (CV-63) aircraft carrier model
• Original user country: United States of America
• Period of use: Cold War, modern times (from 1961 to 2009)
• Material: precisely cut photo-etched metal sheet
• Category: photo-etched upgrade for plastic models

Historical Information

USS Kitty Hawk (CV-63) is a Kitty Hawk-class aircraft carrier, which entered service in 1961 and played a significant role during the Cold War and U.S. Navy operations until its retirement in 2009. The ship was stationed primarily in the Pacific, taking part in numerous training, peacekeeping, and combat missions, including Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Why Choose This Set?

The Eduard 53170 set is recommended for both advanced modelers and ambitious enthusiasts who wish to achieve the most realistic appearance for their 1:350 scale ship model. The photo-etched details reproduce the complexity and intricacies of the superstructure, such as railings, ladders, antennas, or bridge details. It is a perfect addition to Trumpeter-produced model kits.

Difficulty level: 4/5 – assembly requires experience in working with small metal parts and basic model building skills related to handling and gluing.

Who Is It For?

Eduard 53170 is the perfect purchase for modelers passionate about naval military subjects and building US Navy fleet models in 1:350 scale, who value high quality, historical accuracy, and maximum realism in their miniatures.