Kagero 16027 The Battleship USS Massachusetts EN – Super Drawings in 3D No. 27

Kagero 16027 The Battleship USS Massachusetts EN is a unique publication from the prestigious "Super Drawings in 3D" series, dedicated to one of the most famous US Navy battleships of World War II. This work by Stefan Dramiński offers modelers, historians, and maritime enthusiasts a unique insight into the design and service history of the USS Massachusetts (BB-59), supported by detailed 3D visualizations and precise modeling plans.

• Country of service: United States of America (USA)
• Period of activity: World War II, especially the final stage of battles in the Pacific in 1945
• Historical description: USS Massachusetts (BB-59) is one of the South Dakota-class battleships, participating in many key naval operations in both the Atlantic and Pacific. The ship distinguished itself at the Battle of Casablanca and later took part in the bombardment of Japanese islands, accompanying Allied fleets off Okinawa and during attacks on the Philippines.
• Plan scales: 1:350, 1:200, 1:100, 1:50 – allow for detailed execution of both collectible models and impressive competition dioramas
• Contents: 80 pages, 146 computer renderings, 80 technical drawings, plans in four scales on a separate sheet. The book is full color, A4 glossy paper, in English.
• Material: Paper edition (printed on glossy paper), presenting the contents in premium quality
• Category: Modeling literature – reference publication, modeling guide, documentation source

Kagero 16027 is an indispensable aid for modelers building the USS Massachusetts battleship in any scale; it allows for an accurate representation of every detail of the ship as it appeared in 1945. Thanks to over 140 3D renderings, modelers have access to unique views of superstructures, armaments, radars, boats, auxiliary aircraft, and ship equipment – details usually invisible in archival photos. Detailed plans in various scales make it possible to precisely reproduce structural elements and small build-in details.

This publication is especially recommended for experienced ship modelers and those building replicas in competition class. It also works perfectly as an inspiration and educational material for enthusiasts of naval history.
Difficulty level of use as a documentation source: 1 (source, not a model kit)

With Kagero 16027, every modeling project will become more precise, and the final result – astonishing in its realism!