Atlantis Models
1:618 German Bismarck-Class Battleship
- SKU:
- M3008
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Usually ships in 1 to 2 days
- Shipping:
- Calculated at Checkout
- How long is the model when complete:
- The model measures 16 inches long
- What age is recommended:
- Ages 14 and up
- What paints do I need:
- We recommend Black, Dark Gray, Tan, Gold, Silver, Red, and White
- Does it come with paint and glue:
- Paint and glue are sold separately
- How many parts are included:
- 112 Parts
Description
German Battleship Bismarck Plastic Model Kit
Build one of the most famous battleships in naval history with the German Battleship Bismarck plastic model kit from Atlantis Models.
This classic warship kit is molded in gray and measures approximately 16 inches long when complete. The kit is produced in 1:618 scale and includes updated decals and detailed instructions. With straightforward assembly and impressive display size, this kit is a great choice for naval modelers, history enthusiasts, and collectors.
Skill Level 2.
The Bismarck was one of the most powerful and feared battleships of World War II. Built for the German Navy, she was designed for speed, endurance, and long-range commerce raiding. Measuring more than 800 feet in length and displacing over 42,000 tons, Bismarck was a massive and heavily armed warship capable of speeds over 30 knots.
Her main battery consisted of eight 15-inch guns mounted in four large turrets, giving her tremendous firepower. In May 1941, Bismarck entered the North Atlantic in an attempt to threaten Allied shipping lanes. During this mission, she encountered British naval forces in one of the most dramatic battles in modern naval history.
The Bismarck’s guns helped sink the British battlecruiser HMS Hood, one of the Royal Navy’s most famous ships. The loss shocked Britain and triggered a massive effort to track and destroy the German battleship. After days of pursuit, air attacks, torpedo strikes, and heavy naval gunfire, Bismarck was finally disabled and sunk.
The story of Bismarck remains one of the most legendary naval engagements of World War II. This Atlantis Models kit lets builders recreate a famous warship whose brief but dramatic career changed the course of naval history.
Kit Features
- 1:618 scale
- Measures approximately 16 inches long when complete
- Molded in gray
- Includes updated decals
- Includes detailed instructions
- Skill Level 2
- Great for naval history displays, WWII collections, and classic ship model builders
Build the legendary German Battleship Bismarck and add one of history’s most famous warships to your collection.