Hasegawa Plastic Model Kit

U.S. Aircraft Carrier Hancock Waterline

This 1/700 scale kit from Hasegawa represents the USS Hancock (CV-19), an Essex-class aircraft carrier that served with the United States Navy during World War II. Designed for large-scale carrier operations, the ship combined speed, capacity and operational flexibility.

The model captures the distinctive profile and deck arrangement of the carrier, complete with scaled aircraft to recreate an active flight deck scene. The waterline hull configuration makes it ideal for display within naval dioramas or alongside other ships of the period.

• 1/700 scale plastic model kit of USS Hancock (CV-19)
• Waterline hull configuration
• Includes scaled aircraft complement
• Detailed flight deck and island structure
• Accurate proportions and ship layout
• Clean moulding for precise assembly
• Suitable for naval dioramas and WWII displays

History:

The USS Hancock (CV-19) was laid down in 1943 and entered service in 1944 as part of the Essex class of aircraft carriers. These ships formed the backbone of the United States Navy’s carrier forces during the latter stages of World War II.

Hancock participated in numerous operations in the Pacific Theatre, supporting air strikes and fleet actions against Japanese forces. Like other Essex-class carriers, it combined strong offensive capability with durability, contributing significantly to Allied naval success during the war.