KMS Bismarck Battleship Kriegsmarine, Battle of the Denmark Strait, May 1941 1:1250 Motor City Classics 24223-41

When it was commissioned in the summer of 1940, the German battleship Bismarck was the largest warship ever built. Moving more than 50,000 tons at full load, the Bismarck was very well armed and had superior endurance qualities, which made it particularly well suited in its role as a ravaging force in the commercial convoy field. Despite these advantages, its career was shortened because during its first mission. Designated to intercept convoys between the United Kingdom and North America, the Bismarck sank the British battle cruiser HMS Hood in the Strait of Denmark, and was sunk two days later by a retaliation force of British ships and Swordfish biplanes.

Bismarck-class Battleship

Built at the onset of the Second World War, Germany's two Bismarck-class battleships were the fourth largest ever completed. Originally envisioned as fast raiders, refinements in armament and propulsion led to a reduction in range and cruising speed, making both ships inferior to those serving in the British fleet. The completed Bismarck ships had a displacement of nearly 42,000 tons, a top speed of 30 knots, and a main battery of eight 15-inch guns. Instead of engaging enemy battleships directly, Bismarck and her sister ship, Tirpitz, were assigned to convoy raiding missions, where they were better suited.

Motor City Classics Legendary Battleships

The Motor City Classics "Legendary Battleships" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of Warships in 1:1250 scale.

Motor City Classics "Legendary Battleships" diecast models feature:

• Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
• Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
• Clear acrylic display case to protect model.