Trumpeter 03449 HMS WALRUS 1/700 – Plastic Aircraft Model Kit

Trumpeter 03449 HMS WALRUS 1/700 is a high-quality plastic model kit representing the British Supermarine Walrus floatplane in 1/700 scale. This model is designed to recreate the most famous reconnaissance seaplane of the British Royal Navy, which served from the 1930s until the end of World War II.

Historical Information

The Supermarine Walrus was developed as a versatile seaplane primarily used for reconnaissance missions, artillery spotting, and sea rescue. It was an integral part of the equipment on many British warships—from battleships to cruisers. HMS Walrus (the designation in the model's name) did not exist as a separate vessel; rather, examples of this type of aircraft regularly operated from the decks of British ships during World War II, participating in the Battle of the Atlantic, in the Mediterranean Sea, and during operations in the Pacific. The period of use was from 1935 to 1945.

Product Features

• Scale: 1/700 – ideal for naval dioramas and warship collections
• Country of use: United Kingdom
• Historical period: World War II
• Material: high-quality hard plastic (Injection Moulded Plastic), typical for Trumpeter kits
• Category: plastic model kit
• The set includes detailed parts to assemble the seaplane silhouette, decals, and a clear, illustrated assembly manual
• The model does not include photo-etched or resin parts

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

Trumpeter 03449 HMS WALRUS 1/700 is an ideal choice for modelers interested in naval subjects and collectors of the British fleet from World War II. Due to the small scale, the suggested difficulty level is 2/5 – the set is suitable for both beginner and intermediate modelers. The model impresses with its faithful reproduction of the construction details characteristic of the Supermarine Walrus. We especially recommend this kit to fans of Royal Navy history, ship dioramas, and anyone wishing to expand their collection of carrier-based aircraft in miniature scale.