The display base KELIK KS72021 CV-45 LPH-8 VALLEY FORGE TYPE 1 is a high-quality base designed especially for 1/72 scale plastic models, inspired by elements of the Essex-class aircraft carrier – USS Valley Forge (CV-45, later LPH-8). This unique modeling accessory is precisely made from 3 mm thick transparent acrylic, providing proper rigidity, durability, and a modern, professional appearance. With dimensions of 280 x 180 mm, the base fits perfectly under most carrier-based aircraft models or ground service vehicles in the given scale.

• Scale: 1/72 – mainly dedicated to carrier-based aircraft and helicopter models.
• Country of origin of the original: United States – USS Valley Forge was a US Navy ship.
• Historical period: Post-war period, Cold War (late 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s); the ship actively participated in the Korean conflict and in amphibious operations as an assault helicopter carrier (LPH-8).
• Material: high-quality PMMA acrylic, 3 mm thick – provides resistance to damage and an impressive appearance.
• Realistic design replicating the flight deck of USS Valley Forge, including runway markings, parking zones, and surface detailing.
• Category: modeling accessories, acrylic display base for aviation models and dioramas.
• No assembly required – ready for immediate use.

The base works perfectly as a foundation for displaying models at exhibitions, contests, or in your own collector’s display case. It is recommended for both beginners and advanced modelers seeking a refined and durable base for their projects. It will be especially appreciated by naval aviation enthusiasts as well as fans of thematic Cold War diorama building. The product is easy to use (difficulty level 1/5), making it ideal as a collection supplement or as a gift for modelers.

By choosing KELIK KS72021 CV-45 LPH-8 VALLEY FORGE TYPE 1, you gain an exceptionally aesthetic and functional background that enhances the display qualities of any 1/72 scale model, increasing its attractiveness and realism in presentation.