Revell 05824 USS Enterprise CV-6 Aircraft Carrier 1:1200 Model Kit

Model Overview

Revell 05824 is a 1:1200 plastic model kit of the USS Enterprise CV-6 Aircraft Carrier. It is supplied as a project to assemble and display. This exact release contains 38 parts. Model Steam rates the construction Intermediate, based on the techniques and handling needed to complete the supplied model.

Design & Detail

Revell 05824 represents the WW2 aircraft carrier USS Enterprise CV-6 as a 1:1200 waterline model. The exact manufacturer page lists 38 parts, illustrated multilingual instructions, decals and miniature aircraft. CV-6 is the wartime carrier, rather than the later nuclear-powered Enterprise CVN-65. The waterline format shows the ship above the waterline for a shelf or sea-base display.

Specifications & Features

• Brand and reference: Revell 05824
• Subject: USS Enterprise CV-6 Aircraft Carrier
• Scale: 1:1200
• Main material: Plastic
• Supplied format: Unassembled plastic kit
• Parts: 38
• Finished dimensions: About 20.5cm long
• Manufacturer age guidance: 12+
• Model Steam difficulty: Intermediate

Build Experience

Although the kit has relatively few parts, the small aircraft, island and deck details need controlled placement and careful handling. Those small-scale glue-built stages support an Intermediate rating. A low part count is not enough on its own to make this a First Build or Easy kit.

Read the instructions before removing parts from their frames. Test the fit of the major assemblies before applying adhesive, and plan any interior painting before those areas become enclosed. Leave smaller exterior fittings until the sequence calls for them, and give glued joints time to set before handling the model.

Plastic modelling cement and paints are separate supplies for this kit. Painting is optional for assembly, but the illustrated finished appearance requires an appropriate paint and decal finish. Plan those supplies before starting, especially where an interior needs painting before the main body is closed.

Display & Collection

At approximately 20.5cm long, this is a compact aircraft-carrier subject for a WW2 naval collection. A waterline base can help create the impression of a ship at sea. Check the supplied markings and aircraft arrangement before completing a historical scene or pairing it with other models.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this supplied assembled?

No. This is Revell 05824, a 1:1200 plastic model kit of the USS Enterprise CV-6 Aircraft Carrier. The supplied components need to be assembled before the model can be displayed.

How demanding is the construction?

Model Steam rates it Intermediate. The rating concerns building the supplied model, including parts handling and alignment; it does not measure historical knowledge, playing skill or optional advanced finishing.

Are paint and glue needed?

Glue is needed for the conventional plastic assembly. Paint is a separate supply for the illustrated finish; this release is not supplied as a painted and assembled display model.

How large is the finished model?

The verified finished dimensions are about 20.5cm long. Allow extra clearance around small projecting parts and check your shelf or cabinet before beginning the build.

Does this model operate under power?

This release is intended for a static display. Any movable or poseable details are hand-positioned features and do not provide powered operation, flight, sailing or radio control.

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