PLA Navy Type 039 Song class SSG

Description

Product Description (EN)

The "PLAN Type 039 Song class SSG 83502" model kit offers a meticulous reproduction of the Song-class submarine of the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) of the People's Republic of China. This captivating model allows for the precise recreation of the appearance of this versatile submarine.

Key Features:

• Item No: 83502
• Item Name: PLAN Type 039 Song class SSG
• Bar Code: 6939319235022
• Scale: 1:350
• Item Type: Static model kit
• Model Dimensions: Length - 213 mm, Beam - 65 mm
• Total Plastic Parts: 11 pieces
• Total Sprues: 1 sprue, upper hull, and lower hull
• Released Date: September 2009

Note: The model kit requires assembly and painting.

Additional Information:

• Faithful reproduction of the PLAN Song-class submarine.
• Realistic details of the hull, superstructure, and internal parts.
• Suitable for display in either full hull or waterline version.
• Includes a display stand and nameplate.
• Photo-etched parts for fine detailing.
• The Type 039 (NATO reporting name: Song class) is the diesel-electric submarine of the PLA Navy (PLAN).
• At least 16 hulls have been delivered to the PLA Navy since 1994.
• The first-of-class of the Type 039 submarine No.320 was launched in 1994 at Wuchang Shipyard and started sea trials in August 1995.
• However, the submarine was not fully operational until 1999 due to serious design flaws, including unsatisfactory underwater performance and noise level.
• After some major redesign work, a modified Type 039G variant (No.324) entered service in April 2001.