MK1 Design MS-20020 DKM Battleship SCHARNHORST RADAR & MAST PARTS for Trumpeter 1/200

The MK1 Design MS-20020 DKM Battleship SCHARNHORST RADAR & MAST PARTS upgrade set has been created specifically for the highly advanced enhancement of the German battleship Scharnhorst model by Trumpeter in 1/200 scale. This top-class set is intended for demanding modelers who expect absolute precision and realism in replicating details of WWII warship models.

• Scale: 1/200
• Original user's country: Germany (Kriegsmarine)
• Historical period: World War II (Scharnhorst was active from 1939–1943; participated in, among others, the Battle of the North Sea and Operation Berlin)
• Purpose: Upgrade for the Trumpeter DKM Scharnhorst plastic model
• Contents: 18 turned metal parts and 3 photo-etched sheets
• Material: Turned metal (including masts, antennas), photo-etched plates (steel or brass)
• Country of origin: South Korea
• Category: Photo-etched accessory set

Technical Description and Advantages of the Set

This set from MK1 Design allows for an extremely realistic reproduction of critical radar and mast details of the DKM Scharnhorst – one of the most significant ships of the Kriegsmarine. The use of metal and photo-etched parts guarantees a level of detail and precision unattainable with plastic elements. The details included in the set feature, among others, radar antennas, characteristic signal masts, and numerous small mast components, which will significantly enrich your model with authentic details visible in historical photographs and technical plans.

The offered parts will enable professional preparation for modeling competitions or will enhance a collection with a museum-quality piece. Upgrades made from these materials are extremely impressive when it comes to weathering and painting.

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

We recommend this set for advanced modelers who already have experience working with metal and photo-etched accessories. Due to the small parts and demanding assembly techniques, we rate the recommended difficulty level at 4/5. This is an investment for enthusiasts aiming for the highest degree of authenticity in replicating the legendary German battleship.