Trumpeter 05726 USS Pittsburgh CA-72 1/700 Scale Cruiser Kit  [TP05726]

Accurate 1/700 Scale Model of USS Pittsburgh CA-72

The Trumpeter 05726 kit renders the USS Pittsburgh CA-72 in 1/700 scale, offering a faithful miniature of the Baltimore-class cruiser as seen in World War II. The model highlights the ship's service profile including operations during the Okinawa campaign.

Historical Notes and Kit Details

Commissioned in 1944, USS Pittsburgh served as a carrier escort and provided naval gunfire support during Okinawa. After sustaining bow damage in a typhoon, she continued in service and received two battle stars. The kit mirrors these historical elements and supports builders with options for a waterline or complete-hull presentation.