Trumpeter 06226 S-3B Viking 1/350 – Plastic Model Kit

Trumpeter 06226 S-3B Viking is a precise 1/350 scale plastic model kit representing the American carrier-based multi-role aircraft S-3B Viking. This set is dedicated to modelers building aircraft carrier dioramas and collectors of miniature military aircraft from the Cold War and modern eras.

History and Use of the S-3B Viking

The S-3 Viking is a jet carrier aircraft designed in the 1970s by Lockheed for the United States Navy (US Navy). It was primarily used for anti-submarine warfare (ASW), reconnaissance, and aerial refueling. The B version was upgraded, featuring modern avionics and the ability to carry a broader range of weaponry. S-3B Vikings served in key formations of American aircraft carriers until their retirement in 2009, participating in operations in the Pacific and during conflicts in the Middle East, among others.

• Scale: 1/350
• User country: United States of America (US Navy)
• Period of use: Cold War, modern times (1974–2009)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Add-ons: 6 sets of aircraft on 6 sprues, a total of 16 parts per model
• Model dimensions: length 47 mm, wingspan 60 mm
• Product type: plastic model kit

Set Features

The Trumpeter 06226 set allows you to build 6 miniature S-3B Viking models, making it an ideal choice for modelers creating 1/350 scale aircraft carrier decks, such as the USS Nimitz or other US Navy ships from the late 20th and early 21st centuries. The models feature detailed replication of shapes and details in a limited size, which is a huge advantage at this scale. Their assembly is not complicated – building each model requires connecting only 16 parts, making the process easier even for beginners.

For Whom and What Level of Difficulty?

This set is recommended for both beginners and advanced modelers constructing 1/350 scale dioramas. The model has a difficulty level of 1/5 due to the simplicity of assembly and the low number of parts. It's an ideal choice for those who want to quickly enrich their aircraft carrier model with realistic, historical US Navy planes.