Hobby Boss 86506 French Navy Dunkerque Battleship 1/350

Plastic model kit Hobby Boss 86506 representing the famous French Navy battleship – Dunkerque – in an impressive 1:350 scale. This advanced model set is a faithful reproduction of the ship that revolutionized the French naval fleet in the 1930s, with its historic debut taking place on the eve of World War II.

Historical Description

The Dunkerque battleship was the first unit of the modern French "Dunkerque"-class battleships. Commissioned in 1937, it marked an important step in the European naval arms race. The ship was designed as a fast response to the emerging German "Deutschland"-class battleships. Dunkerque played a crucial role in patrolling the Atlantic at the outbreak of World War II, participated in actions against German raiders, and after the French capitulation, became caught up in the dramatic Operation "Catapult" at Mers-el-Kébir in 1940.

• Scale: 1/350
• Country: France
• Period: World War II period (1937–1942)
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene)
• Category: plastic model kit
• Catalogue number: 86506
• Photo-etched parts included: YES
• Length of assembled model: approx. 62 cm
• Detailed decals and assembly instructions

The Hobby Boss 86506 model stands out for its excellent reproduction of construction details – from unique artillery turrets to the superstructure and deck equipment. The included photo-etched parts allow for a realistic finish of the finest details, such as railings, ladders, or intricate anti-aircraft weapon elements.

Due to the number of parts and high precision, this set is recommended primarily for experienced modelers and naval warfare collectors. The model offers satisfaction from the build and an exceptional display value of the finished ship. We rate the assembly difficulty at 4/5.

Hobby Boss 86506 French Navy Dunkerque Battleship 1/350 is the perfect choice for enthusiasts of naval history and ship modeling who expect the highest level of detail and exceptional build quality.