{"product_id":"50090-trumpeter-05741-hms-hood-1931-1700","title":"Trumpeter 05741 HMS Hood 1931 1\/700","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n  \n    \u003ch2\u003eTrumpeter 05741 HMS Hood 1931 1\/700 – Plastic model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrumpeter 05741 HMS Hood 1931 1\/700\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality plastic model kit representing the legendary British battlecruiser HMS Hood in its 1931 configuration, in 1\/700 scale. This model belongs to the category of \u003cem\u003ewarship plastic model kits\u003c\/em\u003e – dedicated to both intermediate and advanced modelers who value historical accuracy and a high level of detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eScale: \u003cstrong\u003e1\/700\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCountry of use: \u003cstrong\u003eUnited Kingdom \/ Royal Navy\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eHistorical period: \u003cstrong\u003eInterwar period and World War II (1920–1941)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMaterial: \u003cstrong\u003eprecisely molded plastic\u003c\/strong\u003e (high-quality polystyrene)\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eManufacturer: \u003cstrong\u003eTrumpeter\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe set does not include glue or paints\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical overview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      HMS Hood was the most powerful battlecruiser built by the British—a prototype of modern naval engineering, created just after the experiences of the Battle of Jutland. In service since 1920, she was a symbol of the Royal Navy's might. During the interwar period, she served as the Royal Navy's flagship, undertook a world cruise (1923–24), and participated in shows of force during the Spanish Civil War. In World War II, she operated in the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, taking part, among other actions, in Operation Catapult (Mers el-Kébir). Her final mission began on May 21, 1941, to intercept the German battleship Bismarck – a battle that ended with the sinking of Hood, marking one of World War II's most dramatic maritime episodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      The Trumpeter 05741 model is distinguished by excellent build quality, carefully reproduced armament, catapults, artillery systems, and superstructures characteristic of the 1931 HMS Hood. The kit allows you to build a replica with a full deck, realistically rendered gun turrets, and details that enable the later addition of aftermarket accessories such as photo-etched railings or metal barrels (not included in the kit).\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eFinished model length: approx. 37.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe set contains many details and small parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAssembly instructions – clear and illustrated\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAn attractive choice for fans of Royal Navy and World War II history\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommendation and difficulty level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      The \u003cstrong\u003eTrumpeter 05741 HMS Hood 1931 1\/700\u003c\/strong\u003e model is especially recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level 3\/5). Due to the number of small parts and the 1\/700 scale, it requires precision, patience, and experience. It is an excellent proposal for anyone wishing to expand their collection with one of the Royal Navy's most famous ships—both for display and as inspiration for further individual upgrades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n\u003c\/body\u003e","brand":"Trumpeter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54722890137934,"sku":"TRUM05741","price":20.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/adf2ec37a5118e36154e31a878c89582.jpg?v=1755548673","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/50090-trumpeter-05741-hms-hood-1931-1700","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}