Tamiya 77525 - 1/700 Scale British Battleship King George V WWII Model Kit - Historic Display Build  [77525]

A closer look at the Tamiya 1/700 King George V scale kit

The Tamiya 1/700 British Battleship King George V model presents a faithful small-scale reproduction of a notable World War II capital ship. Launched in 1939 and active across major wartime operations, the original ship saw varied service in both the Atlantic and Pacific. This kit gives modelers a way to study naval design and practice precise assembly at 1/700 scale.

Service record and operational highlights

The real King George V served as a flagship and took part in important missions, including the pursuit of the German battleship Bismarck and support roles during Mediterranean amphibious operations. Later assigned to the Pacific and then used for training, she was retired in 1950. The kit captures elements of that service history for builders and collectors focused on authenticity.

Modeling Appeal and Build Experience

This Tamiya release targets intermediate to advanced builders who enjoy detailed assembly. The parts reflect wartime changes to the ship, with options representing added pom-pom anti-aircraft guns and Oerlikon cannons seen during her service. The build rewards careful painting, tiny part work, and patient rigging for a strong display piece.