Airfix 1/600 HMS Suffolk # 03203V

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AFX03203V

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Plastic Boat & Ship

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5063129053857

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HMS Suffolk was a County-class heavy cruiser of the Royal Navy, commissioned in 1928 and serving extensively throughout the Second World War.

Designed for long-range operations, she combined good endurance with heavy armament, making her well suited to patrol, escort, and reconnaissance duties across the globe.

HMS Suffolk is best known for her crucial role in the hunt for the German battleship Bismarck in May 1941.

Using her early radar equipment, she successfully shadowed the enemy through poor weather and darkness, maintaining contact until British heavy units could engage.

This contribution proved vital to the eventual destruction of Bismarck.

During the war, Suffolk served in the Atlantic, Arctic, and Indian Ocean theatres, escorting convoys, supporting fleet operations, and undergoing several refits that improved her radar, anti-aircraft defences, and wartime survivability.

This model depicts HMS Suffolk in her wartime configuration, featuring the distinctive County-class hull, twin main gun turrets, and evolving superstructure typical of British cruisers of the era.

It is an excellent subject for naval modellers interested in early-war radar operations, Atlantic convoy battles, and iconic Royal Navy cruisers.

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SKU	AFX03203V
Manufacturer	Airfix
Scale	1/600
EAN	5063129053857
Short Description	This 1/600 scale model kit of HMS Suffolk captures the essence of the County-class heavy cruiser, which played a crucial role in tracking the Bismarck in the Denmark Strait during May 1941. Comprising 128 components, this Skill Level 2 kit is designed for modellers aged 8 and up, providing a faithful depiction of one of the Royal Navy's key warships from the Second World War. The kit includes two paint options, enabling you to replicate specific configurations from the ship's notable wartime service. Part of the Airfix Vintage Classics collection, this plastic model kit combines nostalgia with historical precision, celebrating a classic design from Airfix's storied past. Key Features - 1/600 scale model kit with 128 plastic components - Skill Level 2 - suitable for modellers aged 8 years and older - Includes two genuine paint schemes - Recreates HMS Suffolk's 1941 wartime configuration - Part of the esteemed Battle of Bismarck series - Vintage Classics design honouring Airfix heritage - Accurate depiction of a County-class heavy cruiser History HMS Suffolk was a distinguished County-class heavy cruiser in the Royal Navy during the Second World War. In May 1941, she was instrumental in the Battle of the Denmark Strait and the eventual sinking of the German battleship Bismarck. Suffolk engaged the enemy battleship twice and, with her advanced radar systems, successfully tracked the Bismarck through the Denmark Strait's challenging waters. This vital surveillance allowed Suffolk to maintain contact with the enemy, providing crucial intelligence that enabled other Royal Navy units to intercept Bismarck. The ship's role was pivotal in one of the war's most renowned naval battles, ultimately leading to the demise of Germany's most formidable warship and safeguarding Atlantic convoys from potential threats.