German Navy Type IX-C U-Boat, 1/350 - Hobby Boss 83508

Hobby Boss German Navy Type IX-C U-Boat model kit 83508 recreates a German Type IX-C submarine at a scale of 1/350. This plastic kit represents a WWII U-boat in a compact format, suitable for display on a shelf or for integration into a naval diorama.

The Type IX-C submarine

Type IX U-boats were among the ocean-going submarines used by Germany during World War II. The Type IX-C version belongs to this family of vessels designed for long-distance operations. Its elongated silhouette, conning tower, and deck armament make it an iconic subject for military naval scale modeling.

The Hobby Boss kit

The reference 83508 is a plastic injection-molded model kit to be assembled, consisting of 43 parts. Photo-etched elements are included to add finer detail. A display stand is also provided.

Once assembled, the finished replica measures 219 mm long, with a diameter of 19 mm. At a scale of 1/350, the dimensions of the real submarine are reduced by 350 times, allowing for a detailed representation while keeping the overall size manageable.

Assembly and finishing

Assembling a 1/350 submarine requires careful preparation of the small parts and attentive handling of the photo-etched elements. Applying a primer before painting helps ensure a uniform finish. A nuanced paint scheme, followed by subtle weathering, highlights the hull contours, the conning tower, and deck details.

Technical features

• Brand : Hobby Boss
• Reference : 83508
• Type : military submarine model kit to be assembled
• Subject : German Navy Type IX-C U-Boat
• Scale : 1/350
• Material : injection-molded plastic
• Number of parts : 43
• Assembled length : 219 mm
• Diameter : 19 mm
• Included elements : photo-etched parts and display stand
• Period represented : World War II

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For assembly and finishing, plan for plastic model glue, cutting and precision tools, fine sanding paper, a primer, as well as paints suitable for naval scale modeling.