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TRUMPETER 1:700 US BATTLESHIP BB-64 WISCONSIN 1991 PLASTIC MODEL KIT - $26 (Brooklyn)
Brightwater Ct near Brighton 4th St
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Scale and Dimensions
Built to 1:700 scale, the completed model measures approximately 38–39 cm (around 15 inches) in length, faithfully representing the massive proportions of the Iowa-class hull while remaining suitable for display in standard showcase cabinets.
1991 Configuration – Desert Storm Era
This kit represents USS Wisconsin as she appeared after her 1980s modernization, featuring the advanced weapons systems and electronics added during her recommissioning. Notable details include:
• Tomahawk Armored Box Launchers (ABL)
• Harpoon anti-ship missile launchers
• Phalanx CIWS (Close-In Weapon System) mounts
• Modern radar and communications arrays
• Armored superstructure modifications
• Helicopter deck at the stern
The model also retains the iconic main battery of nine 16-inch/50 caliber Mark 7 guns housed in three triple turrets, along with the 5-inch secondary guns that reflect the hybrid nature of her WWII-era firepower and late-Cold War missile technology.
Molding and Detail
Trumpeter is known for crisp molding and accurate surface detailing, and this kit includes:
• Finely engraved deck patterns and panel lines
• Detailed superstructure components
• Precisely molded weapons systems
• Realistically scaled lifeboats, radars, and deck fittings
The kit is produced in injection-molded plastic and is designed for assembly with plastic cement. Parts are cleanly molded to minimize flash and allow for precise fitting.
Decals and Markings
Included decals provide hull numbers, flight deck markings, and other ship insignia appropriate for the 1991 timeframe, enabling an authentic representation of BB-64 during her final combat deployment.
Skill Level
This model is best suited for intermediate to advanced modelers due to the number of small parts and the precision required for assembling radar arrays, weapons systems, and superstructure elements. However, patient beginners with some prior modeling experience can also achieve excellent results.
Display Appeal
When completed and properly painted, the USS Wisconsin (1991) presents a striking contrast between classic battleship design and modern missile-era upgrades. The blend of massive gun turrets with contemporary electronics and missile launchers makes this kit a compelling addition to any modern naval or U.S. Navy collection.
The TRUMPETER 1:700 USS Wisconsin BB-64 (1991) model kit offers historical accuracy, impressive detail, and strong display presence, making it an excellent choice for enthusiasts of modernized battleships and late 20th-century naval subjects.