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USS Newport News CA-148 Heavy Cruiser 1/400 Resin Ship Kit
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About This Kit
The USS Newport News CA-148 Heavy Cruiser 1/400 Resin Ship Kit captures the imposing silhouette of this Cold War-era American warship in meticulously detailed resin. The model faithfully reproduces the vessel's distinctive profile, from the prominent forward superstructure and towering mast array to the sleek hull lines characteristic of post-war cruiser design. The contrasting red hull and light gray upper works reflect authentic naval paint schemes of the era.
At 1/400 scale, this resin kit presents an ideal size for detailed study without overwhelming display requirements. The kit features carefully rendered armament, deck structures, and topside equipment that define this heavy cruiser class. Assembly of resin components requires standard modeling techniques including cleaning, fitting, and careful cement work to achieve seamless joints throughout the superstructure and hull sections.
This Newport News model serves as an excellent addition to Cold War naval collections, period dioramas depicting 1950s fleet operations, or standalone display pieces celebrating American naval heritage. The model's refined execution appeals to experienced scale modelers and naval enthusiasts seeking historically accurate representations of this significant warship class.
Painting & Assembly
This kit arrives unassembled and unpainted, giving you complete creative freedom. We recommend using cyanoacrylate (super glue) for resin assembly. Clean parts with warm soapy water before priming. Use a quality resin primer before painting with acrylics or enamels. Pin larger joints for a stronger bond.
What's Included
- ✓ Multiple resin model parts
- ✓ Assembly instructions / reference photos
- ✓ Individual bases for each figure
- ✓ Protective foam packaging
All models ship unassembled and unpainted. Super glue and hobby paints required (not included).
| Scale | 1/400 |
| Approx. Height | 4mm |
| Material | High-quality resin |
| Assembly Required | Yes — unassembled kit |
| Painted | No — unpainted |
| Painting Difficulty | Advanced |
| Recommended For | Experienced modellers, collectors 14+ |
Recommended Paints
Suggested palette — adjust to match your reference photos.
Delivery
We ship worldwide from our warehouses. Standard delivery 7–12 business days. Free shipping on all orders.
| United States | 7–12 business days |
| Europe | 7–12 business days |
| Rest of World | 7–12 business days |
All orders include free tracked shipping. You'll receive a tracking number by email once dispatched.
Returns Policy
Not happy with your order? Return it within 30 days for a full refund. Items must be in original packaging and unused. We cover return shipping for damaged or defective items.
Packaging Guarantee
Every kit is individually wrapped in foam and bubble wrap. If anything arrives damaged, send us a photo and we'll send a replacement or full refund — no return needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
No — all our resin kits arrive unpainted. This gives you complete creative freedom to paint and finish the model however you like. We recommend using a quality primer before painting with acrylic or enamel paints.
Standard delivery is 7–12 business days worldwide. All orders include free tracked shipping — you'll receive a tracking number by email once dispatched.
Yes — we ship worldwide with free tracked shipping. Standard delivery is 7–12 business days to most destinations.
This model is 1/400 scale.
Yes — this is a multi-part resin kit that requires assembly. We recommend cyanoacrylate (super glue) and some modelling experience. Clean parts with warm soapy water before priming. Pin larger joints for a stronger bond.
We carefully package every order with foam and bubble wrap. If anything arrives damaged, email us a photo within 48 hours and we'll send a free replacement or full refund — no need to return the damaged item.