USS Nautilus (SSN-571) was the world's first operational nuclear-powered submarine, commissioned by the U.S. Navy on September 30, 1954. Designed by John M. Burnham and built by General Dynamics' Electric Boat Division, it was launched on January 21, 1954, with First Lady Mamie Eisenhower christening the vessel. On January 17, 1955, Nautilus made history by signaling "Underway on nuclear power," marking its first voyage powered by its S2W nuclear reactor. On August 3, 1958, during Operation Sunshine, it became the first submarine to complete a submerged transit of the North Pole. Decommissioned in 1980, Nautilus now serves as a museum ship at the Submarine Force Library and Museum in Groton, Connecticut.

Details

Build your own realistic 1:305 scale submarine with this high-quality plastic model kit. Designed with accuracy in mind, it features finely detailed parts that closely replicate the original prototype.

The kit includes a complete decal sheet for authentic markings and easy-to-follow instructions, making it ideal for both beginner and experienced modelers.

Plastic kit building is a great hobby for both kids and adults alike and care must be taken when removing any parts from the sprues during construction. This kit will give you hours of entertainment and building it is only half the fun, it will need painting too.

This model requires painting and gluing to complete, We recommend using any of the following glues to construct this model.

• Revell Contacta
  
• Humbrol Poly Cement
  
• Deluxe Plastic Glue
  
• Tamiya Cement

Features

• 1:305 Scale Model
  
• Paints Included
  
• Suitable Glue
  
• This kit includes 30 separate parts
  

Contents

• 1 x Plastic Kit
  
• Detailed Building Instructions
  
• Paints Included
  
• Suitable Glue