USS England DE-635, 1/350 - Trumpeter 05305

The USS England DE-635 model kit by Trumpeter, reference 05305, reproduces at 1/350 an American escort destroyer of the Buckley class used during the Second World War. This plastic kit makes it possible to create a detailed representation of an US Navy ship associated with naval operations in the Pacific.

The England (DE-635) was commissioned in 1943. It is particularly known for its anti-submarine actions in May 1944: the ship sank six Japanese submarines in twelve days, a result that remained remarkable in American naval history. This subject is therefore an interesting addition for a collection dedicated to escort ships, the war in the Pacific, or American Second World War vessels.

At 1/350 scale, each dimension of the real ship is reduced by a factor of 350. The assembled model measures about 266.4 mm in length and 32 mm in width, a format suitable for display in a showcase or integration into a maritime diorama.

The box includes injection-molded plastic parts, a photo-etched fret, and a decal sheet. Photo-etching allows you to add fine details to the assembly, while the decals complete the ship’s finish. The instruction manual guides you through the different assembly and decoration steps.

Assembly requires careful preparation of the parts, especially the finest elements and photo-etched parts. The use of glue suitable for plastic, precision tools, a primer, and model paints is recommended to achieve an even finish. A light weathering, washes (“juices”), and work on deck details can then further enhance the realism of this 1/350 naval replica.

• Brand : Trumpeter
• Reference : 05305
• Subject : USS England DE-635
• Type : Buckley-class escort destroyer
• Scale : 1/350
• Material : injected plastic
• Length (assembled) : about 266.4 mm
• Width (assembled) : about 32 mm
• Included items : plastic parts, photo-etch, decals, and instruction manual