Hobby Boss 83410 USS Cole DDG-67 1/700 – Plastic model kit of Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer

The presented Hobby Boss 83410 USS Cole DDG-67 model in 1/700 scale is a faithfully reproduced plastic model kit of the American Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer. The USS Cole (DDG-67) is one of the modern US Navy ships, equipped with the advanced Aegis system, renowned for its innovative solutions in air defense, anti-submarine warfare, and conducting naval operations. This model is dedicated to all enthusiasts of naval forces and modern military technologies.

• Scale: 1/700
• User country: United States of America (USA)
• Period of service: Modern times – in service from 1996 to the present day.
• Product category: Plastic model kit
• Material: High-quality plastic, photo-etched parts (2 PE sheets)
• Model dimensions: Length: 219.8 mm, width: 32.5 mm
• Number of plastic parts: over 180
• Average build difficulty: 3/5 – model intended for intermediate modelers
• Extras: Photo-etched parts (handrails and deck details), two SH-60B helicopters, stand with nameplate, option for full-hull or waterline build, separate sonar with radome, multi-part superstructure and deck details.

Brief historical overview:

USS Cole (DDG-67) entered service in 1996. The vessel became especially renowned after the attack in the port of Aden (Yemen) on October 12, 2000, when it fell victim to a terrorist attack. Seventeen sailors were killed and 39 were wounded; the ship itself underwent significant modernization and repairs, returning to active service. USS Cole is an example of the resilience of the American surface fleet and continues to participate in allied operations worldwide.

Why choose this model?

The Hobby Boss USS Cole DDG-67 1/700 scale model is an excellent choice for modelers seeking a high level of detail, rich accessories (including photo-etched sheets and additional extras), as well as the option to choose the configuration – full hull or waterline. Its fidelity makes it ideal for both NATO naval collections and maritime dioramas. Thanks to its well-thought-out design, the model offers a satisfying challenge for intermediate modelers as well as ambitious beginners passionate about ship modeling.