Trumpeter 06801 - 1/48 DKM U-Boat Type VIIC U-552 Model Kit Precision Display Submarine  [TP06801]

Overview of the Trumpeter 06801 - 1/48 DKM U-Boat Type VIIC U-552 Kit

The Trumpeter 1/48 scale model of the DKM U-Boat Type VIIC U-552 captures the form of a key World War II submarine with careful molding and accurate proportions. This plastic kit gives naval modellers a chance to build a historically inspired replica with rewarding detail.

Period Accuracy and Detail

The Type VIIC was central to wartime U-Boat operations, and the U-552 is well known among naval historians. This kit emphasises the submarine's silhouette and structural features, providing a convincing representation for display.

Build Notes for Model Makers

Trumpeter supplies finely engineered parts that fit together with attention to scale accuracy. Assembly requires patience and basic modelling tools, and the parts permit a realistic finished result for builders with intermediate skills.

Finished Model Presentation

Once assembled and painted, the model makes a strong display item. Its 1/48 scale offers presence on a shelf or diorama base, and the detailed surfaces respond well to weathering and finishing techniques.