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1/700 USS NEW JERSEY BATTLESHP

1:700 USS New Jersey Battleship BB-62

Item: TAM31614
Dimensions: (H x W x L) 0.0 x 0.0 x 0.0
1:700 USS New Jersey Battleship BB-62

About the BB-62 New Jersey

Serving from 1943 to 1991, the BB-62 New Jersey is the most
decorated battleship in U.S. Naval history. Launched in 1942, the

New Jersey was one of 4 Iowa class battleships built by the U.S.
Like other Iowa class ships she boasted a 45,000 ton
displacement, an amazing 212,000hp, was packed with three turrets

of 50 caliber 40.6cm triple guns, and despite her large size,
with hull stretching over 270m, was designed narrow enough to
pass through the Panama Canal. Following serving in major battles

in the Pacific during WWII, she was then deployed to both the
Korean and Vietnam War. In 1982, she was upgraded with modern
technology and weapon's systems enabling her to launch Tomahawk
cruise missiles and Harpoon anti-ship missiles. Whilst serving on

missions in Central America, she was rushed to the Mediterranean
in 1983 to provide fire support in Beirut, Lebanon. After
serving in the Gulf War, she was decommissioned for the last time

in 1991.

About the Model

* 1/700 scale Waterline Series model of the BB-62 New Jersey
following 1982 reforms.
* Constructed via left-right halves for easy assembly.
* Accurate reproduction of changes made in 1982 including lattice


style mast, and Tomahawk and Harpoon launchers.
* 40.6cm triple guns are moveable thanks to use of polycaps.
* SH-60 Sea Hawk helicopter included for quality realistic
finish.
* Includes a large, detailed painting reference chart.