1:311 USS Brooke (DEG-1) Guided Missile Destroyer Escort

1:311 Scale. The Guided missile escort ship Brooke was designed to protect amphibious forces, patrol coastal waters, and defend military convoys from hostile submarines. She was the first of a new class of escort ships at the time having an anti-air capability provided by Tartar guided missiles. She carried ASROC anti-sub rockets, anti-sub torpedoes and a 5 inch gun. Equipped with sonar, she was also host to a Seasprite anti-submarine helicopter. The Brooke was 414.5 feet long and had a maximum width of 44 feet. She had a full load displacement of over 34,026 tons and a draft of 24 feet. This realistic scale model is 16 inches long. Molded in Gray featuring all new box art with new Atlantis Logo.

**GUIDED MISSILE DESTROYER ESCORT USS BROOKE DEG-1** (Model M8295).

**Model Kit Details:**

* **Name/Designation:** USS BROOKE DEG-1 Guided Missile Destroyer Escort.
* **Model Number:** M8295.
* **Scale:** 1:311 Scale.
* **Length:** 16 inches (40.64 cm).
* **Number of Parts:** 56.
* **Molded In:** Light Gray.
* **Decals:** Waterslide.
* **Features:** 16" long one-piece hull, display stand, helicopter, guns, and missile launcher/radar finders rotate.
* **Contents:** Contains one plastic model kit.

**USS Brooke DEG-1 Ship History and Specifications:**

* **Purpose:** Designed to protect amphibious forces, patrol coastal waters, and defend military convoys from hostile submarines.
* **Class:** First of a new class of escort ships with anti-air capability.
* **Armament:** Tartar guided missiles, ASROC anti-sub rockets, anti-sub torpedoes, and a 5-inch gun.
* **Equipment:** Sonar, and hosted a Seasprite anti-submarine helicopter.
* **Dimensions:** 414.5 feet long and 44 feet maximum width.
* **Displacement:** Full load displacement over 34,026 tons, with a 24-foot draft.
* **Named For:** John Mercer Brooke, a distinguished officer of the United States Navy and the Confederate States Navy.

**Safety and General Information:**

* **Warning:** Choking hazard - small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
* **Recommended Age:** Ages 14 & Up.
* **Product Type:** This item is not a toy; recommended for modelers and hobbyists with adult supervision.
* **Paint Guide:** Paints are sold separately. Recommended colors include Black, Brass, Dark Gray, Hull Red, Silver, Tan, and White.
* **Manufacturer:** Manufactured by Atlantis Model Co., 2026.
* **Origin:** Made in America / Made in USA.