Trumpeter 04523 USS Arleigh Burke DDG-51 (1/350) – Plastic Model Kit

The Trumpeter 04523 USS Arleigh Burke DDG-51 model in 1:350 scale is a high-quality plastic model kit replicating one of the most modern American guided-missile destroyers. This kit is intended for experienced modelers seeking authentic details and a realistic silhouette of contemporary warships.

• Scale: 1/350
• Material: plastic (high-quality polystyrene for modeling)
• Category: plastic model kit
• Manufacturer: Trumpeter
• Length of assembled model: approximately 45 cm
• Glue and paints are not included

Historical Description of USS Arleigh Burke DDG-51

USS Arleigh Burke (DDG-51) is the lead ship in the series of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers, which have been the backbone of the U.S. Navy since the end of the Cold War through modern times. Launched in 1989 and commissioned in the US Navy in 1991, she was a pioneering ship with unique stealth construction and innovative equipment, such as the Aegis combat system. These ships have participated in numerous operations around the world, including missions in the Persian Gulf, as well as operations in the Mediterranean, Atlantic, and Pacific Oceans.

• Operator: United States of America (US Navy)
• Service period: since 1991, present
• Examples of employment: Combat operations, escort missions, air and surface defense, maritime patrol

Features of the Trumpeter 04523 USS Arleigh Burke DDG-51 Model

The Trumpeter 04523 model stands out for its extremely high fidelity in replicating authentic details—from the propellers, armament, deck fittings, superstructures, to the radar systems. The manufacturer included realistic equipment elements, depicted as separate parts and detailed railings. The kit even features transparent elements imitating windows. The clear instructions allow you to recreate the hull for display on a stand. The wealth of details allows you to create a visually attractive model, ideal both for a collector's shelf and model competitions.

Who is this product for?

We especially recommend this model to advanced modelers interested in modern warships and military subjects. It is also a great challenge for anyone wishing to develop their modeling skills and build an impressive replica of American naval power.

• Difficulty level: 4/5 – the model requires experience and precision
• Target group: navy enthusiasts, advanced modelers
• Recommended for: richness of details, quality of components, and impressive final effect