Tamiya 31616 - 1/700 Scale U.S. Battleship Iowa Collector's Kit  [31616]

Tamiya 31616 1/700 Scale U.S. Battleship Iowa Kit

The Tamiya 1/700 USS Iowa kit recreates the famous Iowa-class battleship as she appeared during the Marianas Campaign in 1944. This compact scale model balances period accuracy with assembly clarity, making it a solid choice for naval modelling collections.

Wartime Service Overview

After commissioning in 1943 the USS Iowa served in multiple theatres, providing gunfire support for carrier groups and taking part in major operations like the Marianas and Leyte Gulf. The kit reflects this wartime configuration for historical accuracy.

What to Expect During Build

The model includes specific details such as the open bridge layout, period radar fittings and well-defined armaments. The hull is produced in left and right halves to simplify joining, and polycaps permit rotation of the main turrets for display flexibility.

Colour Scheme and Presentation

A comprehensive finishing chart shows the Measure 32/1B camouflage used in 1944, helping modellers replicate the period paintwork. Finished models present well in cabinets or naval group displays.