Revell of Germany have released what has been described as a ”non-scale” “ Historical Revell model kit “ with the announcement of their Atomic Cruiser USS Long Beach.

We understand that this kitset will comprise of 136 parts and is to include the following features:

• One-piece hull;
  
• Detailed deck;
  
• Detailed superstructures;
  
• Lifeboats;
  
• Masts and radar systems;
  
• Terrier launch system;
  
• Regulus and Talor launch batteries;
  
• Decals and flag chart;
  

The full details of the set are outlined below:

Atomic Cruiser USS Long Beach
Manufacturer: Revell of Germany
Scale: Specified as “non-scale”
Regular Price: To be advised
Release date: May 2010
Item code: 00022

Check out the released image of the kitset.

Ships History

The atomic cruiser USS Long Beach was the first nuclear powered ship in the world. She was able to travel 360,000 sea miles at a speed of 20 knots without needing to take on fuel. She went into service in September 1961. The crew numbered 1150. Equipped with what was then most advanced guided missile systems, for a long time she held pioneer status for this new type of powerplant. For defensive purposes there were 2 Terrier launch systems, a Regulus launcher amidships and a Talos battery aft.

Ships History courtesy of Revell of Germany.