Revell 05168 US Navy Submarine GATO-CLASS 1/72 – Plastic Model Submarine Kit

Revell 05168 US Navy Submarine GATO-CLASS is an extremely detailed 1/72 scale model depicting a Gato-class submarine – an American maritime giant that formed the backbone of the United States' submarine forces during World War II. These submarines were designed for long-range patrols across the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean. Gato-class vessels became legendary for their effective missions against Japanese fleets and logistics, especially during the Pacific Battles (1942–1945).

The set includes a plastic assembly model featuring exceptionally accurate detailing. The hull is made of high-quality plastic with precisely marked panel lines and realistic representation of drain holes and structural elements. The kit comes with numerous extra parts that will satisfy even the most demanding modelers:

• Photo-etched (PE) parts for fine reconstruction of details such as walkways and brass railings
• Metal gun barrels for increased durability and maximum weapon realism
• Self-adhesive wooden deck, perfectly capturing the texture of the period ship's wooden planking
• Option to build the model as one of five versions: USS Cobia, USS Barb, USS Flasher, USS Jack, or USS Rock
• Movable diving planes and a detailed bow with separate flooding panels
• Functional accessories – rigging thread, paper flags, and high-quality decals

Revell 05168 GATO-CLASS is a real treat for lovers of marine history and World War II. We recommend this kit to all experienced modelers (difficulty level 5/5) seeking maximum build precision and the satisfaction of constructing large models. Thanks to the wealth of accessories and scale, the model allows for creating realistic dioramas and looks impressive on any display or in a private collection.

This product does not include glue or paints – we recommend choosing products compatible with plastic and photo-etched parts. The kit comes with an illustrated multi-language assembly guide and a detailed decal application instruction. This GATO-CLASS 1/72 submarine is the top choice for history, engineering, and advanced modeling enthusiasts!