German Tirpitz Battleship, 1/350 - Trumpeter 05359

The Tirpitz from Trumpeter, reference 05359, is a plastic model kit to be assembled at 1/350, depicting the German battleship of the Bismarck class. With an announced length of 715.7 mm once built, it’s a large-format military marine piece designed for creating a detailed Second World War model.

The Tirpitz battleship

The Tirpitz was the second battleship of the Bismarck class built for the German Kriegsmarine. Put into service in 1941, it operated during the Second World War, mainly in the Norwegian waters. Its presence represented a significant threat to the Allied forces and Arctic convoys. The ship was ultimately sunk on 12 November 1944.

The Trumpeter 05359 model kit

This 1/350 scale replica includes more than 1 180 parts. The hull is made using two-direction sliding-mold tooling. The kit also includes photo-etched parts and a display stand. Deck details are reproduced with finely engraved wood-plank texture.

At a 1/350 scale, one meter on the real ship corresponds to approximately 2.86 mm on the model. This format highlights the characteristic volumes of a battleship, its artillery, superstructures, and the many pieces of equipment visible on the deck.

Assembly and finishing

A naval project of this size requires careful preparation of the parts before gluing, especially for the fine elements of the superstructures and armament. Using glue suited for plastic model kits, precision tools, and fine abrasive paper helps achieve a clean build.

A layer of primer helps even out the surfaces before painting. Painting can then be enhanced with washes, dry brushing, or a light weathering/patina to bring out the relief details and the building’s structure. Photo-etched parts require careful handling and add an extra level of finesse to the ship’s detailing.

Technical features

• Brand: Trumpeter
• Reference: 05359
• Type: assembled battleship model kit
• Subject: German battleship Tirpitz
• Scale: 1/350
• Material: injection-molded plastic
• Number of parts: more than 1 180
• Length (built): 715.7 mm
• Width: 105.9 mm
• Included items: photo-etched parts and display stand

Additional products

For assembly and finishing, have plastic glue ready, along with precision cutters, fine files or abrasives, primer, and model paints. A fine-tip pliers or a bending tool is useful for working with photo-etched parts.