Trumpeter 05629 USS Ranger CV-4 1/350 – plastic model of a World War II aircraft carrier

The Trumpeter 05629 USS Ranger CV-4 model in 1/350 scale is an exceptional offering for modelers who value detail and faithful reproduction of historic vessels. This model represents the first American aircraft carrier designed and built from scratch as an aircraft carrier – the USS Ranger (CV-4), which played a significant role during World War II.

Historical Context

The USS Ranger (CV-4) was launched in 1933 and belonged to the US Navy. It was the first naval vessel designed directly as an aircraft carrier and mainly served in the Atlantic. During World War II, it was used for convoy escort, air attacks on German positions in North Africa, and for training aircrew. Thanks to the employment of the Ranger, the American fleet gained invaluable experience related to aircraft carrier operations.

• Scale: 1/350
• User country: United States
• Service period: World War II (mainly 1941-1945)
• Category: plastic model kit
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Set includes: photo-etched parts for enhanced details, detailed assembly instructions
• Dimensions of finished model: approx. 715 mm in length

Description and Features

The Trumpeter 05629 model faithfully reproduces the actual appearance of the USS Ranger, including details such as the hull structure, flight deck elements, artillery armament, and radar equipment. The set includes fine photo-etched parts, allowing advanced modelers to precisely recreate protective barriers, stairs, or antennas. Additionally, the kit contains plastic parts for the carrier-based aircraft.

Assembling the model requires glue and modeling paints, which are not included in the set. Due to the number of parts and the level of detail, the difficulty level is rated at 4 out of 5 – the model is recommended for intermediate and advanced hobbyists as well as collectors interested in the United States war fleet.

Why Choose This Model?

Trumpeter 05629 USS Ranger CV-4 is a guarantee of high quality, detail, and exceptional satisfaction from constructing a historic vessel. This model is an excellent choice for maritime enthusiasts and those building collections of World War II ships. The wealth of details and the presence of photo-etched parts ensure the final effect will delight any modeling fan.