Pontos 31017F1 CA-35 Advanced Plus Set for 35017F1 (1/350) – Advanced detail set for the USS Indianapolis model

Pontos 31017F1 CA-35 Advanced Plus Set is a comprehensive accessory kit dedicated to the USS Indianapolis (CA-35) model in 1/350 scale, intended for the 35017F1 set as well as the Academy 1/350 Indianapolis kit. Offered by the renowned Pontos Model company, this product belongs to the category of advanced detail sets for plastic models, significantly enriching the level of historical naval reproduction in miniature.

• Scale: 1/350 – provides a realistic presentation of the famous US Navy heavy cruiser’s details.
• Country of service: United States of America. The USS Indianapolis was a symbol of US Navy power during World War II.
• Brief historical description: USS Indianapolis (CA-35) was a Portland-class cruiser, distinguished in many major Pacific operations during World War II. It is best known for its historic mission delivering parts of the "Little Boy" atomic bomb to Tinian Island in July 1945. Shortly after, it was sunk by a Japanese submarine, resulting in the greatest naval disaster in US Navy history.
• Service period: World War II (1932-1945)
• Set contents:
  • 8 precisely engraved brass parts (hull sides, decks, structural details)
  • 1 photo-etched sheet – includes dozens of ultra-fine details like railings, ladders, stairs, and weaponry components
  • 56 resin parts – equipment items, anti-aircraft artillery components, and below-deck details
• Materials used: brass (etched and engraved elements), high-quality resin, thin stainless steel – these materials guarantee the highest quality and exceptional detail of the miniature.
• Compatibility: The set is designed for Academy 1/350 scale models (in particular for the USS Indianapolis CA-35 model and the 35017F1 kit), ensuring a perfect fit.
• Category: Advanced detail set for plastic scale models – dedicated to taking your model to a whole new level of realism and historical accuracy.
• Recommended for: We recommend this product for experienced modellers and naval modelling enthusiasts who want to raise the realism of their build to museum quality. A perfect choice for diorama construction and collectors’ display.
• Build difficulty level: 5/5 – The set is intended for advanced modellers; requires precision and skills in working with photo-etched parts and resin.

Pontos 31017F1 CA-35 Advanced Plus Set is an essential choice for anyone wishing to faithfully reproduce the legendary US Navy vessel, creating a collector’s model with an unparalleled level of detail and historical accuracy.