FlyHawk Model FH1111 represents the Chinese Navy light cruiser Chungking in 1/700 scale and is an extremely detailed plastic model kit. The offered set allows for a faithful recreation of the original ship, which had a turbulent service history both in the British Royal Navy as HMS Aurora and after its sale to China, where it served under the flag of the Navy of the People's Republic of China after the famous crew defection on March 2, 1949, in Shanghai.

• Model scale: 1/700 – ideal for fans of detailed dioramas and ship model collectors
• Nation of service: China (previously United Kingdom)
• Historical period: originally World War II period (as HMS Aurora), in China operated from 1948 by the Republic of China Navy, and later by the People's Republic of China Navy – post-war and Cold War period
• Material: high-quality plastic, ensuring precision of details and ease of assembly – the kit does not include glue or paints
• Estimated number of parts: hundreds of components forming a sophisticated replica of the ship with many fine details of the hull, superstructures, and armament
• Add-ons: the model does not include photo-etched parts or metal accessories in the basic version
• Category: plastic model kit

The Chungking ship (ex HMS Aurora) was one of the best-protected light cruisers of its era. A thick armored belt, innovative protection layout for machinery and magazines, as well as the ship's intriguing biography, make this model a unique item for enthusiasts of Chinese and British naval history. The cruiser took part in various naval operations, both with the Royal Navy during World War II and in the political-military dynamics of the Far East after 1945.

FlyHawk Model FH1111 is recommended for both intermediate and advanced modelers (assembly difficulty: 4/5), due to the large number of small parts and the demanding work with fine details at a small scale. It is an excellent choice for maritime modeling enthusiasts, warship specialists, as well as collectors interested in unique ships from transitional eras and world conflicts.

This model guarantees high quality workmanship, precision, and satisfaction from building a historical project that brings a breath of Far Eastern naval history into your collection.