Bismarck Battleship Kit

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€610.00

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Description

Bismarck Battleship Kit

Immerse yourself in naval history with our model of the Battleship Bismarck.

The kit offers an accurate scale representation of the majestic German ship, famous for its power and imposing presence during World War II. Every detail—from the main guns to the support structures—is precisely reproduced to capture the essence of this legendary warship.

Made with high-quality materials, this model is perfect for naval history enthusiasts and precision modeling lovers.

Product Details

Model scale: 1:200
Equipment: Cradle
Two-volume in color assembly instructions
Components: 2.266 photoengraved parts
16 laser cut plywood sheets
Wooden bridges
Wooden hull with frames and planking
Difficulty level: 5
Height: 11.50 inch
Width: 7.16 inch
Length: 50 inch

Reference B1614

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The launch and the era of the Third Reich

In the tense climate of 1939 Europe, the Bismarck came to life in Hamburg, in a grand ceremony presided over by prominent figures of the Nazi regime.

Its launch on February 14 remains etched as an icon of German naval engineering, symbolizing the power and determination of Nazi Germany to consolidate its maritime presence during World War II.

Sea trials and naval power

Under the command of Captain Ernst Lindemann, the Bismarck demonstrated its formidable strength during sea trials in the Baltic Sea, masterfully executing maneuvers and firing tests.

The grandeur of its guns and the imposing structure made it an unstoppable symbol of German naval power, striking fear into its enemies and inspiring admiration among its own sailors.

Operation Rheinübung and British naval power

The rise of the Bismarck to command Operation Rheinübung, led by Admiral Günther Lütjens, represented a bold attempt by the German Kriegsmarine to disrupt Allied shipping in the North Atlantic.

The British Royal Navy, with its vast experience and resources, posed a formidable adversary to the Bismarck and its companion, the heavy cruiser Prinz Eugen.

However, Nazi Germany's objective was clear: to disrupt Allied supplies and undermine the United Kingdom's combat capability.

The end of a legend

During the battle in May 1941, the British Royal Navy concentrated all its efforts on locating and sinking the Bismarck. After intense bombardment and a relentless pursuit, the Bismarck was sunk in the icy waters of the North Atlantic.

This event marked the tragic end of one of the most powerful battleships of its time and represented a significant victory for the British Royal Navy, which demonstrated its naval supremacy in the Atlantic theater.