Trumpeter 04523 USS Arleigh Burke DDG-51 1/350 scale destroyer kit  [TP04523]

Trumpeter USS Arleigh Burke DDG-51 1/350 kit introduction

This is a 1/350 scale plastic model kit of the US Navy guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG-51), produced as a detailed scale representation intended for display and accurate reference in model collections.

The real USS Arleigh Burke (DDG-51) is the lead ship of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers, named for Admiral Arleigh A. Burke. Laid down in December 1988 and commissioned in July 1991, the class was designed for multi-role surface warfare with emphasis on air defense, anti-submarine warfare, and strike operations. The class features gas-turbine propulsion, vertical launch systems, and advanced radar and combat systems for modern naval missions.

The kit reproduces the ship's external form at 1/350 scale, focusing on hull lines, superstructure geometry, and deck fittings. The parts list and sprue layout reflect a medium-to-high part count for this scale, allowing for detailed representation of the ship's profile and common deck equipment. Builders can use the included decals for national markings and refine fittings with aftermarket detail as desired. The model's dimensions and part counts are useful when planning display bases and storage.

This 1/350 kit represents the external features of USS Arleigh Burke with a substantial parts count and defined model dimensions, suitable for builders seeking a display-quality modern destroyer subject.