History:
"The second DES MOINES (CA-134) was launched 27 September 1946 by Bethlehem Steel Co., Fore River, Quincy, Mass.; sponsored by Mrs. E. T. Meredith, Jr.; and commissioned 16 November 1948, Captain A. D. Chandler in command.

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Battle Units

Props

Rudders

Speed

Turrets

59.75in

6.33in

15.83lbs

3

3.5

4

1

23sec.

3
Hull and Hull Kit Descriptions
Reccomended Items
Ship Kit:  NA Description Part # Price  
Hull Kit:  Includes fiberglass hull, resin main and secondary turrets, and detailed plans Deck Kit DKDM $45.00
Hull Only:  Includes fiberglass hull only Hardware Kit HRDDM $108.00
Hull and Hull Kit Options
Cannon Kit CSYS4 $168.00
Description Part # Price   Bilge Pump LBLG6*** $30.00
Ship Kit SK717 NA   C02 Bottle BTL35 $59.00
Hull Kit HK717 $180.00
Regulator RG140 $34.00
Hull Only HL717 $140.00
Radio System   DX6i   $179.99 See Radio Room
     
     

***If you are planning to outfit  the ship with 3-1unit cannons be sure to note this in your order so the 1 unit restrictor can be substituted w/ .5 unit restrictor

Skills Required

  • Building: We recommend beginner building skills
  • Battling: Beginner

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