Tamiya Plastic Model Kit
HMS Rodney Battleship (1/700) 77502
This 1/700 scale Tamiya kit depicts the Royal Navy’s HMS Rodney, one of the most distinctive and powerful British battleships of the interwar period and World War II. Laid down in 1922 and completed in 1927, Rodney was renowned for her unique configuration of nine 16-inch guns mounted in triple turrets, all positioned forward of the bridge. She was built with weight-saving innovations including lightweight steel, aluminium, and fireproofed plywood for internal structures, while maintaining formidable protection with thick armour plating.
- Highly detailed 1/700 scale representation of HMS Rodney
- Features accurate depiction of triple 16-inch gun turrets, tower bridge, and flush deck design
- Includes secondary and anti-aircraft armament details
- Full hull form with realistic superstructure and deck fittings
- Historically accurate configuration based on the original vessel
- Perfect for collectors of Royal Navy warships and WWII naval history
HMS Rodney served with distinction during WWII, most famously taking part in the sinking of the German battleship Bismarck. This kit offers an excellent opportunity for modellers to recreate a legendary ship in miniature.
