Trumpeter 05717 USS BLUE RIDGE LCC-19 2004 1/700 – Plastic Command Ship Model Kit

The Trumpeter 05717 plastic model kit allows you to build the American command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC-19) in its 2004 configuration, in 1/700 scale. This model kit lets you faithfully recreate one of the most important elements of the contemporary United States Navy.

Product Specification

• Manufacturer: Trumpeter
• Scale: 1/700
• User country: United States of America
• Period of use: modern times, from 1970 to present
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Category: plastic model kit
• Set contents: plastic sprues, decals, detailed instruction manual
• Glue and paints not included
• Assembled model length: approx. 270 mm

Historical Description and Application

USS Blue Ridge (LCC-19) is the flagship command ship of the Blue Ridge class, commissioned into the US Navy in 1970. Since entering service, it has served as the flagship of the United States Seventh Fleet in the Pacific to this day. The vessel was designed to coordinate large naval operations and is equipped with advanced communication systems, radar, and command centers, allowing for efficient fleet management. USS Blue Ridge has participated in numerous NATO exercises and maneuvers as well as humanitarian operations – it was present, among other events, during the 2004 Asian tsunami, providing logistical support and leading relief operations.

Advantages of the Trumpeter 05717 Model

• High level of detail, faithful to the 2004 ship version
• Accurate reproduction of even the smallest details of the hull, superstructures, and equipment
• Includes decals for ship markings
• Comprehensive step-by-step assembly instructions included
• Manufacturer renowned for the quality of their naval warship details

Who Is It Recommended For?

This model kit is recommended for intermediate and experienced modelers interested in the modern fleet, as well as collectors of US Navy ships. The 1/700 scale ensures a perfect balance between detail and size, making the kit ideal for display in a collection.

Assembly difficulty level: 3/5 – the model is intended for modelers with intermediate experience in assembling ships in this scale.

Trumpeter 05717 USS Blue Ridge LCC-19 2004 1/700 is an excellent choice for naval enthusiasts and those who appreciate historical accuracy and high-quality plastic kits.