Building set COBI Battleship Gneisenau 2417 pieces

Description: Battleship Gneisenau The collector's model of the German battleship Gneisenau from World War II has been prepared by COBI in a model scale of 1:300. It consists of 2417 building blocks and is as long as 81 cm. It faithfully reproduces the proportions of the historical ship and retains all its essential elements, including armament. The ship has been reproduced as it stood during Operation Berlin 1941 (Atlantic). This was the famous corsair raid in the Atlantic Ocean, in which the battleships Scharnhorst and Gneisenau took part! The block model of the Genisenau ship has been covered with high-quality prints that do not rub off even during use. Noteworthy is the intricately reproduced shape of the hull and the care taken to preserve as much detail as possible. The model has numerous moving parts such as propellers, rudders, rotating turrets and gun barrels that can be raised and lowered. The set also includes a very sturdy and aesthetically pleasing black display stand and a white plate on which the name of the ship is printed. Although the ship is very large, building it is easy thanks to intuitive instructions based on clear icons. Nearly 2,500 pieces ensure many hours of building and a great result! The Gneisenau ship is an ideal item for fans of history, military technology, militaria and naval science. Once assembled, the ship looks extremely impressive and eye-catching, and is sure to become a decoration for your collection, living room or your office! Express your passion and build history, block by block! The Gneisenau is a World War II German battleship that entered service on 21 May 1938. Both the Scharnhorst and Gneisenau were a new type of German battleship. They were characterised by their larger size, speed and more powerful armament. They were developed in response to the expansion of the French navy. The Gneisenau took part in a number of combat actions including the famous Operation Berlin of 1941, where she showed good effectiveness. It was sunk on 28 March 1945 at Gdynia to blockade the harbour. 2417 high quality components Manufactured in the EU by a company with over 20 years of tradition Meet safety standards for children's products Fully compatible with other building block brands Printed bricks do not deform or fade during play or when exposed to temperature Clear and intuitive instructions based on drawings and icons Aesthetic display stand for the model Name plate Model scale 1:300 | Part number: 4835 | series: Historical Collection | Minimum age: 10 | Gender: Boys | Gender: Girls | No. of elements: 2417 | Set size: Extra large | Dimensions: 81 x 12.5 x 21 cm | Other features: Package dimensions: 75 x 10 x 32 cm | Security: We recommend that you keep the packaging for reference purposes.

How to use

Follow the included step-by-step illustrated instructions to assemble the model. Work on a clear, flat surface and separate pieces as needed to simplify construction. After completing assembly, place the model on the supplied display stand and secure it on a stable, level surface for exhibition. Handle moving parts gently to preserve prints and mechanical function.

Recommendations

Suitable for collectors and enthusiasts of naval history and scale modelling; keep away from small children due to small parts. Store assembled model away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity to protect prints and colors.