HMS Nelson 1944, 1/200 - Trumpeter 03708

The HMS Nelson 1944 by Trumpeter, reference 03708, is a static model kit to be assembled at 1/200, depicting the British battleship HMS Nelson in its 1944 configuration. With an assembled length of 1 082.5 mm and a width of 160 mm, this large scale naval model allows you to recreate one of the most recognizable ships of the Royal Navy during the Second World War.

The HMS Nelson in 1944

The HMS Nelson was a Royal Navy battleship. At the beginning of the Second World War, it served with the Home Fleet. During the conflict, it took part in operations in the Mediterranean, Allied landings in North Africa and Sicily, as well as the Salerno operations. In 1944, the ship took part in the Normandy landings before being transferred to the Indian Ocean.

Its silhouette is distinguished by the special arrangement of its main artillery concentrated toward the front, a feature that makes it a very popular subject among fans of British battleships and Second World War naval models.

The Trumpeter 03708 model kit

This 1/200 reproduction includes more than 1,260 parts spread across 18 sprues. It features a one-piece hull made using sliding-mold technology, as well as a molded deck in a single piece. The artillery is represented with a level of detail suited to this large scale.

The kit also includes 8 sheets of photo-etched parts, intended in particular for railings, ladders, and certain radar elements. A display stand is provided to exhibit the ship once completed.

Assembly and finishing

The 1/200 scale offers outstanding presence in a display case and allows you to carefully work on the superstructures, artillery, deck equipment, and fine photo-etched details. Preparing the parts, removing flash, and dry-fitting are helpful steps before gluing, especially for a naval project of this size.

Applying a suitable primer makes it easier to paint and helps you check the condition of the surfaces before the final coats. Railings, ladders, and radar parts made from photo-etch require precise handling. A light weathering, subtle variations on the decks, and careful work on details can then enhance the realism of the presentation.

Scale 1/200

At the 1/200 scale, each dimension of the real ship is reduced by a factor of 200. A finished HMS Nelson measures over a meter in length, making it an important piece for a collection of naval models or a coastal and maritime diorama project.

Technical specifications

• Brand: Trumpeter
• Reference: 03708
• Subject: HMS Nelson 1944
• Type: static model kit
• Scale: 1/200
• Assembled length: 1 082.5 mm
• Assembled width: 160 mm
• Total number of parts: more than 1,260
• Sprues: 18
• Photo-etch: 8 sheets
• Display stand: included

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Assembly requires common tools for static model building, including suitable glue, precision tweezers, files or fine abrasives, and model paints. A photo-etch folding tool and an adhesive suitable for small metal parts may be useful for fitting railings and fine components.