The presented product is a high-quality plastic display base for 1/72 scale aircraft models, offered by the renowned manufacturer Arma Hobby. The USN/RN Escort Carrier Deck set is a precisely reproduced section of an escort carrier deck, perfectly suited for most carrier-based aircraft models from the Second World War era. The deck has dimensions of 152x152 mm (6x6 inches), allowing for an impressive display of a single fighter as well as smaller aircraft dioramas.

• Scale: 1/72
• Operating countries: United States (US Navy), United Kingdom (Royal Navy)
• Historical period: Second World War
• Category: plastic display base for aviation dioramas
• Material: high-quality plastic, additionally STL files available for 3D resin printing of accessories
• Additional accessories: free access to digital 3D-printable models (arresting wire fittings, British and American wheel chocks, bomb cart)
• Manufacturer code: 70060
• Dimensions: 152x152 mm (6x6 inches)

Historically, the base corresponds to the main types of American escort carriers: Long Island, Bogue, Casablanca, Sangamon, Commencement Bay – and their British equivalents of the Ruler and Attacker classes. These carriers played a key role both in the Battle of the Atlantic – protecting convoys from German U-boats – and during amphibious operations in the Pacific, providing air support from ships adapted for mass, fast construction from merchant ship hulls.

The precisely rendered wood grain texture of the deck and characteristic metal strips with tie-down points allow for effective use of weathering techniques. The included QR code links to free STL files, enabling further diorama customization with a 3D printer.

We recommend this product to modelers of all experience levels – both beginners who want to display their models easily and attractively, and advanced diorama builders seeking historical accuracy and extensive options for expansion (such as adding ground crew figures or custom details). The assembly difficulty level is 1/5 – the base requires only basic modeling skills and possibly simple painting.

An ideal choice for displaying carrier-based aircraft models such as Wildcats, Avengers, Sea Hurricanes, Swordfishes, or even aircraft ferried over the ocean, e.g., P-51 Mustang or Mosquito.

Note: The set does not include the aircraft model! Contents comprise the plastic base and access to digital accessories.