Kagero 16017 The Battleship Richelieu EN is a unique modeling and historical publication dedicated to all naval enthusiasts and modelers who wish to delve into the details of one of the most important warships of the 20th century. This album by Andrzej Sobucki and Mirosław Skwiot is a comprehensive compendium of knowledge about the French battleship Richelieu—a vessel that represents the pinnacle of French naval engineering achievements during World War II.

The greatest strength of this publication is the sheer quantity of high-quality graphic materials: as many as 140 3D renders that detail the ship’s construction, significantly aiding modelers in recreating scale details, regardless of the selected modeling kit. Additionally, the book includes a double-sided modeling plan sheet in B2 size (680×480 mm), which is perfectly suited for both beginner and advanced modeling projects.

• Plan scale: B2 (680×480 mm), tailored for ship modeling, especially for 1/350, 1/700, and 1/200 scales
• Country of use: France
• Period of active service: World War II and the post-war years (1939–1968)
• Historical description: Richelieu is the most important battleship of the French Navy, participated in Allied operations in Africa and Asia, expanded and modernized after 1945, remained in service until the late 1960s.
• Edition details: Publication in English, printed on high-quality coated paper (glossy), softcover booklet format
• Category: Model literature, modeling plans
• Contents: 80 pages, 140 renders, B2 plan sheet
• Format: A4 (210x297 mm)

We recommend this publication: to all warship modelers, whether building large or small-scale battleship replicas. It is an indispensable item for lovers of naval history and those preparing realistic models and historical dioramas. Its high substantive level, detailed plans, and rich iconography also make it ideal for advanced modelers seeking reliable technical sources.

Model construction difficulty (working with the publication and plans): 2/5 – the description and plans are clear, dedicated to modelers at every skill level.