{"product_id":"46088-flyhawk-model-fh780003-wwii-usn-battleship-iowa-gold-medal-edition-for-tamiya-31","title":"FlyHawk Model FH780003 WWII USN Battleship Iowa Gold Medal Edition (For Tamiya 31616) 1\/700","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eFlyHawk Model FH780003 WWII USN Battleship Iowa Gold Medal Edition (For Tamiya 31616) 1\/700 – photo-etched detail set\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    FlyHawk Model FH780003 WWII USN Battleship Iowa Gold Medal Edition is a unique set of photo-etched parts designed for naval modeling enthusiasts, created especially for the 1\/700 scale plastic model of the USS Iowa by Tamiya (catalog number 31616). This luxurious set offers the highest level of detail and enables the creation of precise details which are impossible to obtain using only the original plastic parts.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/700\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of use:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States of America (USA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod of use:\u003c\/strong\u003e World War II, later also during the Cold War\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Photo-etched set for a plastic model\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Photo-etched brass sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tamiya USS Iowa Battleship 1\/700 (31616)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    USS Iowa (BB-61) is one of the most famous American battleships, part of the \"Iowa\" class. She entered service in 1943 and fought in the Pacific during World War II in operations such as the Battles of the Marianas and Okinawa. The USS Iowa also participated in actions during the Korean War and the Cold War era. She underwent numerous modernizations until her final decommissioning in 1990. The ship is renowned for her powerful armament—nine 16-inch (406 mm) guns—and distinctive silhouette.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eSet Contents and Product Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \"Gold Medal Edition\" from FlyHawk contains top-quality photo-etched details made from thin brass sheet. The set includes, among other things, realistic railings, ladders, radars, platforms, superstructure elements, weapon details, and deck equipment. Each element has been precisely replicated, allowing for the creation of an exceptionally realistic replica of the famous battleship in 1\/700 scale.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eApplication and Recommendations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The FH780003 set is a must-have for modelers striving for perfection in recreating historic warships. It is primarily intended for advanced modelers experienced with photo-etched parts. It offers a significant quality leap for the Tamiya base kit, enabling an outstanding level of realism. \u003cstrong\u003eAssembly difficulty level (1-5): 5\u003c\/strong\u003e. We recommend this product to all maritime enthusiasts and collectors wishing to achieve the highest possible level of historical accuracy for the USS Iowa.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"FLYHAWK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54722689892686,"sku":"FL780003","price":73.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/29cd53dcb5b69149959415cd93972512.jpg?v=1755544157","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.de\/en\/products\/46088-flyhawk-model-fh780003-wwii-usn-battleship-iowa-gold-medal-edition-for-tamiya-31","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}