Assembled model 1/700 battleship USS South Dakota DX BB-57 1944.6 Professional Edition VEE HOBBY E57005 This is a set of die-cast plastic model ships. The US Navy battleship South Dakota was the named ship of its class. Armed with three 45-caliber 40.6 cm guns in three turrets, she could travel at a speed of 27 knots, comparable to Yamato-class battleships. She was completed in March 1942, and she participated in the Battle of Santa Cruz that October and the Third Battle of the Solomons in mid-November; she was bombed and damaged during the Battle of the Philippine Sea in June 1944. She also fought in the Battle of Okinawa and was awarded 13 service stars for these military achievements. This kit includes die-cast parts, decals and photo-etched parts, as well as additional parts. A stunning kit that recreates this iconic ship as it was seen during World War II with lots of delicate details - order yours today! [Includes] : photo-etched parts, decals