1:72 HMAS Canberra (LHD-02) - Base - Acrylic 3mm (280x180mm)

The motif of the deck of the ship HMAS Canberra for 1:72 scale

This item is a display base for a model with a color rendering of the flight deck of the Australian landing ship HMAS Canberra, LHD-02. The model is simply stood on it, so it is neither a kit nor an accessory meant to be fitted to a model.

The ship and its deck

The Canberra was built to a Spanish design and differs from classic aircraft carriers in combining a hangar for helicopters, a dock deck for landing craft and a ramp on the bow. The flight deck is therefore varied and carries different markings from the deck areas of American carriers. For a modeler that is a distinguishing feature worth displaying, because you will not find such a scene anywhere else on the shelf.

Practical notes

• Set the model along the longitudinal axis of the markings; the scene then holds together.
• Leave the edges of the board free so that the deck looks spacious.
• Remove dust before every photograph; it shows on a dark surface.
• The board also suits a background for close-up shots of the landing gear.

Intended use

Suitable under helicopters and short-takeoff machines in 1:72 scale. The brand offers the motif of the rear lift of the same ship as a separate item, so the scene can later be extended to create a longer section of deck. For a collector that is practical: you start with one board and add further ones step by step, so the display case grows along with your collection and you do not have to plan the whole scene at the very beginning. The individual pieces are moreover easy to put away when you do not need them.