Hobby Boss 87012 USS GATO SS-212 1941 WWII 1:700 Submarine Model Kit  [HB-87012]

Hobby Boss 87012 USS GATO SS-212 1941 WWII Submarine Model Kit

The USS Gato SS-212 served with distinction in the Pacific during World War II. As a member of the Gato class, it was noted for its combination of speed, robustness, and long patrol range, traits that made it a tactical asset in disrupting enemy supply routes. This Hobby Boss 87012 kit gives modelers the chance to recreate that vessel with careful detail.

Service Role and Modelling Interest

Gato class boats helped shift naval operations from nearshore patrols to extended ocean missions, enabling sustained attacks on enemy convoys. The Hobby Boss 87012 reflects that legacy, letting builders study hull lines, conning tower shape, and other design features that defined their wartime performance.

Assembly Experience and Display Potential

This 1:700 scale kit is aimed at hobbyists comfortable with fine assembly work. Glue and paint are needed for finish and weathering, and the completed model makes a compact, high-detail display piece for shelves or cabinets.