{"product_id":"border-135-dkm-type-vii-c-u-boat-upper-deck","title":"Border 1:35 DKM Type VII-C U-Boat Upper Deck","description":"\u003cp\u003eBorder Models 1\/35 DKM Type VII-C U-Boat Upper Deck\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Not a complete boat, only bridge and adjacent deck). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct Dimensions：60 x 17.7 x 14.5 cm; 1.21 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes torpedo, loading gear, and PE parts. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmmo boxes and weapons included. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnbuilt\/Unpainted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeginner Modeller Essentials — Plastic Model Kit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eThis is a \u003cb\u003eplastic model assembly kit\u003c\/b\u003e; it requires \u003cb\u003epaint and glue\u003c\/b\u003e to complete.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eYou can choose from many brands of \u003cb\u003eplastic cement\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eacrylic or enamel paints\u003c\/b\u003e available in-store or online.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eBasic \u003cb\u003ecraft tools\u003c\/b\u003e are highly recommended for a smoother, more enjoyable build:\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"circle\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSide‑cutters\u003c\/b\u003e for removing parts from sprues\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;\"\u003eA \u003cb\u003esharp hobby knife\u003c\/b\u003e for trimming and cleaning edges\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eHelpful extras for beginners:\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"circle\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTweezers\u003c\/b\u003e for handling small parts\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSanding sticks, files, or sandpaper\u003c\/b\u003e (various grits) for smoothing surfaces\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlastic putty or filler\u003c\/b\u003e to fix small gaps or imperfections\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCutting mat\u003c\/b\u003e to protect your workspace\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaint brushes\u003c\/b\u003e in a few sizes, or \u003cb\u003ebasic airbrush\u003c\/b\u003e if you want to level up later\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrimer\u003c\/b\u003e to help paint adhere and show imperfections before painting\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eAlways follow the kit instructions step by step, test‑fit parts before gluing, and take your time — modelling is meant to be relaxing and fun.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Border Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46406121947362,"sku":"BS-001","price":160.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/3769\/9460\/files\/1-25021009223NM.png?v=1741039494","url":"https:\/\/franktonmodels.co.nz\/products\/border-135-dkm-type-vii-c-u-boat-upper-deck","provider":"Frankton Model Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}