Border 1:35 DKM Type VII-C U-Boat Upper Deck

Border Models 1/35 DKM Type VII-C U-Boat Upper Deck

(Not a complete boat, only bridge and adjacent deck). 

Product Dimensions：60 x 17.7 x 14.5 cm; 1.21 kg

Includes torpedo, loading gear, and PE parts. 

Ammo boxes and weapons included. 

Unbuilt/Unpainted.

The Type VII U-boats were German submarines whose construction was initiated in 1936. The length of the Type VII units, depending on the sub-type, ranged from 64.5 m to 77.6 m, width from 5.85 m to 7.3 m, and the underwater displacement - from 725 tons to 1181 tons. The maximum surface speed of the Type VII U-boats was approximately 17 knots, and the maximum underwater speed was approximately 8 knots. The main armament was 5 533 mm torpedo tubes with a total of 11-16 torpedoes carried on board the ship. The secondary armament consists of 1 88mm cannon, 1 20mm anti-aircraft cannon or 1 37mm cannon, and 2 duplicate 20mm cannons on the VII D and VII F.

Beginner Modeller Essentials — Plastic Model Kit

• This is a plastic model assembly kit; it requires paint and glue to complete.
• You can choose from many brands of plastic cement and acrylic or enamel paints available in-store or online.
• Basic craft tools are highly recommended for a smoother, more enjoyable build:
• Side‑cutters for removing parts from sprues
• A sharp hobby knife for trimming and cleaning edges
• Helpful extras for beginners:
• Tweezers for handling small parts
• Sanding sticks, files, or sandpaper (various grits) for smoothing surfaces
• Plastic putty or filler to fix small gaps or imperfections
• Cutting mat to protect your workspace
• Paint brushes in a few sizes, or basic airbrush if you want to level up later
• Primer to help paint adhere and show imperfections before painting
• Always follow the kit instructions step by step, test‑fit parts before gluing, and take your time — modelling is meant to be relaxing and fun.