Trumpeter 05349 Italian Heavy Cruiser Gorizia 1/350 – plastic model kit of a heavy cruiser

Trumpeter 05349 is a precise plastic model representing the Italian heavy cruiser Gorizia in 1/350 scale. This kit faithfully recreates the Zara-class warship, one of the most famous vessels of Regia Marina and a pride of the Italian Navy during World War II. Gorizia was built at the Otto Orlando shipyard, laid down in 1930, and entered service in 1931. The ship took an active part in numerous operations: it patrolled waters during the Spanish Civil War and participated in key naval battles of World War II, such as operations "Halberd," “Harpoon,” and the battles in the Gulf of Sirte. Gorizia served until Italy’s capitulation and was destroyed in 1944 by a British-Italian commando raid in La Spezia.

• Scale: 1/350 – ensures excellent reproduction of details and proper proportions compared to the original.
• Material: high-quality plastic; the kit also includes photo-etched parts (4 sheets) that enable ultra-detailed sections of the ship, such as railings, ladders, and anchor winches.
• Category: Plastic warship model kit (kit, does not include glue or paints).
• Included parts: over 410 parts, hull made with multi-directional slide molds, decks with detailed realistic wood texture, sturdy display stand, and 15 sprues of parts. The model does not include metal or resin accessories.
• Model dimensions: length 552.3 mm, width 63.1 mm.
• Origin of the original: Italy, service in Regia Marina.
• Historical period: World War II, Spanish Civil War.

Recommendation: The Trumpeter 05349 kit is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers seeking an accurate depiction of the Italian heavy cruiser. Thanks to the high level of detail, photo-etched elements, and modern molding technology, it allows construction of an impressive replica – perfect for a World War II warship collection. We rate the assembly difficulty as 4/5. An excellent choice for naval history enthusiasts and large-scale warship builders.