Airfix Airfix Vintage Classics HMS Devonshire (Do2) Destroyer 1:600 Royal Navy Military Battleship Plastic Model Kit A03202V

After facing vulnerable situations in the Mdeiterranean, against the missiles shot at the Royal Navy from the German Luftwaffe aircrafts during WWII, a strategic effort went into buidling defences on their ships sporting surface-to-air missiles systems to give them a chance against air attacks. The HMS Devonshire (D02) was the first Destroyer, along with 7 other Country Class Destroyers, to be fitted with the first generation, the Seaslug. These Destroyers were specifially built around the Seaslug. Using beam riding radar technology, the seaslug would follow the beam to the target, which wasn't without its flaws as only one missile could be fired at a time and against other ships, the reflection off the water would make radar inaccurate. The HMS Devonshire started service with the Royal Navy from 1962 until 1978. The HMS Splendid in 1984 ended up sinking the Devonshire for good in the North Atlantic while training with the new generation of anti-ship missiles, by the Sea Eagle. About this item Airfix is the oldest UK manufacturer of scale model plastic kits and has been producing kits for the mass market since 1952. Airfix produce a wide range of kits aimed at all types of scale modelers with subjects such as; military aircraft, ships, space, cars, dioramas and military vehicles. Enjoy the nostalgia with the revival of this classic plastic model. The boxes feature original paintings by an impressive range of artists. Since the early 1950s, Airfix has produced hundreds of fantastic models, across many different categories and the majority of these tools still exist, and using these tools are how the Vintage Classics are made. Skill level: 3. Dimensions of completed kit: length 26.5 cm x width 2.7 cm x height 9 cm. Total Pieces: 80. A great plastic model kit for the intermediate or advanced modeler. Painting and assembly required. Paints and glue need to be purchased separately. Humbrol paints needed to complete the liveries are listed on the outside of the box. See more product details