Italeri 0503 1/720 Scale USS Nimitz Naval Model Kit  [IT-0503S]

Italeri 0503 - 1/720 USS Nimitz
Price:
£14.40
Brand:
Italeri
Model:
IT-0503S
GTIN:
8001283805032
Condition:
Brand New
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Italeri 1/720 USS Nimitz - Naval Modelling Replica

The USS Nimitz entered service in 1972 and is recognised as a key example of nuclear powered carrier design. With a displacement near 94,400 tons it remains one of the largest warships constructed. This Italeri 1/720 kit reduces that scale to a manageable model while preserving essential lines and proportions.

Significance and Collector Appeal

The carrier operates with several thousand personnel and roughly one hundred aircraft, giving it a complex deck plan and superstructure. The model reproduces notable fittings such as Sea Sparrow missile locations and catapult outlines, making it of interest to collectors and museum style displays.

Practical Assembly Advice

Assembling the Italeri USS Nimitz rewards careful preparation and tidy work. Test fit parts, use appropriate adhesives and take care with fine deck features to achieve a clean, accurate result that looks good under display lighting.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1/720
  • Material: High-quality plastic
  • Assembly: Requires glue
  • Paint: Not included

Does the kit include decals for markings?

The kit typically includes basic deck markings in the box artwork; verify decal contents on the kit instructions and supplement with aftermarket decals if you require additional options.

Can I display the model with aircraft on the flight deck?

Yes, many builders position small 1/720 aircraft on the deck to enhance realism; check the kit parts list for included aircraft or obtain compatible 1/720 aircraft separately.

What adhesives work best for this plastic model?

Use plastic model cement or CA glue for small parts; plastic cement gives cleaner joins for larger hull sections while CA is useful for tiny fittings.

Is the Italeri 0503 suitable for painting with acrylics?

Acrylics work well on injection moulded plastic after priming. Use fine brushes or an airbrush for larger surfaces like the flight deck for best results.

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