Trumpeter 04526 USS Lassen DDG-82 (1/350) – Plastic Model Ship Kit

Trumpeter 04526 USS Lassen DDG-82 in 1/350 scale is a highly detailed plastic model kit, faithfully replicating the modern American guided missile destroyer of the Arleigh Burke Flight IIA class. The model allows you to build a replica of a warship that is one of the most technologically advanced vessels of the United States Navy (US Navy) operating in contemporary times.

Historical and Technical Information

USS Lassen (DDG-82) is an Arleigh Burke Flight IIA class guided missile destroyer that has served in the US Navy since 2001. Its name honors Commander Clyde Everett Lassen, awarded the Medal of Honor during the Vietnam War. The ship has been, and continues to be, heavily used in operations in the Pacific, having participated in patrols near North Korea, exercises with allied fleets, as well as escort and anti-terror missions in the 21st century.

• Scale: 1/350
• Operator Country: United States of America (US Navy)
• Period of Use: Modern era (since 2001)
• Material: High-quality polystyrene plastic
• Kit Contents: sprues with parts, clear parts (bridge, sensors), photo-etched details (rails, radars, antennas), armament components (VLS, guns, launchers), decals for ship markings, assembly instructions
• Category: plastic model kit
• Finished model dimensions: length approx. 44.7 cm

What makes the Trumpeter USS Lassen DDG-82 model stand out?

The Trumpeter 04526 model in 1:350 scale stands out for its extremely high level of detail – both in the superstructure areas and in the intricacies of the armament. The manufacturer ensured a realistic reproduction of minor construction elements such as radars, masts, and weapons systems like BAL, Tomahawk, or Sea Sparrow. The included photo-etched parts allow for an outstanding final effect, approaching that of professional dioramas. The kit does not include glue or paints – you can choose products according to your own painting preferences.

Who is it recommended for?

This model is recommended for intermediate and advanced ship modelers and fans of modern naval subjects. It’s also an excellent entry point to a collection of US Navy vessels in 1:350 scale. The abundance of details makes assembling the model very satisfying and helps develop advanced modeling skills.

Complexity level: 4/5.