Trumpeter 05309 USS San Francisco CA-38 (1942) (1/350)

Trumpeter 05309 USS San Francisco CA-38 (1942) (1/350) is a high-quality plastic model kit of the legendary American heavy cruiser from World War II. The 1:350 scale replica is made of precisely cast plastic components, ensuring perfect part fit and outstanding reproduction of the authentic ship’s details.

USS San Francisco (CA-38) was one of the most distinguished ships of its New Orleans-class in the United States Navy. Commissioned in 1934, it played a key role during wartime operations, particularly in the Pacific. It became especially famous during the 1942 Battle of Guadalcanal, where the crew demonstrated extraordinary bravery and the ship itself sustained heavy damage, yet remained afloat. The USS San Francisco was actively engaged in World War II from 1939 to 1945, contributing to Allied successes in that part of the world.

• The model depicts the ship as it appeared in 1942, during the fiercest battles in the Pacific.
• The kit includes highly detailed superstructure components, gun turrets, radars, and deck equipment, as well as authentic decals.
• The model is made of high-quality plastic, providing precision as well as ease of handling and painting.
• The box contains: plastic parts, a multilingual assembly manual, and decals. Glue and paints must be purchased separately.
• The manufacturer ensured realistic reproduction – you have the opportunity to build an accurate replica of the historical CA-38 as it was in 1942.
• Category: Plastic model kit.

Building the Trumpeter 05309 USS San Francisco CA-38 (1/350) model is an excellent choice for intermediate and advanced naval modelers interested in the history of the United States Navy and the World War II period. Due to the abundance of details and the complex structure of the hull and superstructures, this kit is rated at a difficulty level of 4 out of 5. The finished model will be a highlight of any collection, and its construction allows a thorough insight into the design details of American cruisers from the 1940s. Recommended for ship modeling enthusiasts and everyone looking to expand their collection with a remarkable vessel from World War II history.