Academy 14223 1/700 USS Missouri BB-63 Modeler's Edition Collector Kit  [AC-14223]

Academy 14223 - 1/700 USS Missouri BB-63 Modeler\'s Edition
Price:
AUD$40.11
Brand:
Academy
Model:
AC-14223
Condition:
Brand New
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Academy 14223 - 1/700 USS Missouri BB-63 Modeler's Edition Details

The USS Missouri BB-63, commonly referred to as "Mighty Mo", is a standout piece of naval history and a popular subject for scale builders. Academy 14223 offers a 1/700 plastic kit that highlights the ship's profile and wartime role in the Pacific, including the signing that ended hostilities. The compact finished model is a strong display candidate for mantels, shelves, or display cases.

Display Potential and Historical Context

This kit captures signature elements of the Missouri, making it a useful display model for enthusiasts who value authentic silhouette and proportion. The level of detail supports a neat presentation that represents the battleship's engineering and layout.

Construction and Finishing Tips

Expect precise-fitting parts that benefit from careful preparation and tidy glue application. Masking for deck and hull paint, along with selective weathering, will help reveal scale detail and lend the model a museum-style finish.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1/700
  • Material: Plastic
  • Assembly: Requires glue
  • Paint: Required for authentic finish
Moderate modelling experience is helpful due to small parts and fine detail. Those new to ship kits can succeed by taking time and working in stages.
Decals normally come with the kit; use decal setting solution and a soft brush to seat them into panel lines, then seal with a clear coat for protection.
Common upgrades include photo-etched brass for railings, detailed antennae, and aftermarket flags or display bases to improve realism at 1/700 scale.

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