{"product_id":"aoshima-1-700-british-heavy-cruiser-exeter","title":"Aoshima 1\/700 British Heavy Cruiser Exeter","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAoshima 1\/700 British Heavy Cruiser Exeter\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild the renowned Royal Navy heavy cruiser \u003cstrong\u003eHMS Exeter\u003c\/strong\u003e with this detailed 1\/700 scale model kit from Aoshima. Representing the second and final ship of the York-class heavy cruisers, the kit faithfully recreates Exeter's streamlined hull, distinctive bridge, triple 8-inch gun turrets, and wartime superstructure. Finely molded parts and an efficient layout provide an enjoyable building experience while maintaining an accurate representation of this historic warship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of Aoshima's Water Line Series, the model focuses on essential components for straightforward assembly without sacrificing detail. Accurate deck fittings, weaponry, and waterslide markings make this kit an excellent choice for both experienced ship modelers and those looking to expand a World War II Royal Navy collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1\/700 scale\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on the Royal Navy heavy cruiser HMS Exeter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the Aoshima Water Line Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaterline display model\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinely detailed hull and superstructure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccurately reproduced main and secondary armament\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetailed bridge, funnels, and deck equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaterslide decal sheet included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilder-friendly parts layout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly and painting required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncluded in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHMS Exeter model kit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaterslide decal sheet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIllustrated instruction manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAoshima\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoyal Navy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharacter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHMS Exeter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Line Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/700\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 7.5 in (19 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlastic Model Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAssembly Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDecember 2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWL-807 (067543)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout HMS Exeter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHMS Exeter\u003c\/strong\u003e was the second and final \u003cstrong\u003eYork-class\u003c\/strong\u003e heavy cruiser built for the Royal Navy. Commissioned in 1931, she became famous for her role in the \u003cstrong\u003eBattle of the River Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e in 1939, where she engaged the German pocket battleship \u003cem\u003eAdmiral Graf Spee\u003c\/em\u003e despite suffering heavy damage. After repairs and further service in the Atlantic and Indian Oceans, Exeter was assigned to the Far East. She fought during the Battle of the Java Sea in 1942 before being overwhelmed by Japanese naval forces and sunk following a determined defense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Aoshima Water Line Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAoshima's \u003cstrong\u003eWater Line Series\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of Japan's longest-running collections of 1\/700 scale warship model kits. The series is known for combining accurate proportions with crisp molding and straightforward engineering, making it suitable for both new and experienced builders. 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