These boat cranes have excellent detail to them, although they are just slightly larger than the kit provided one. Unfortunately, I broke both crane “arms” when I was cutting them off of the sprue so I ultimately had to use the kit provided cranes.

1/135 USN AN SPS 49 Radar
1/135 USN AN/SPS-49 Radar: Enhance Your 1/135 Scale US Navy Ship Models
Bring Your 1/135 USN Ship Model to Life with AN/SPS-49 Radar:
Ship modelers and history buffs, set sail! Take your 1/135 scale model of a legendary US Navy vessel to the next level of historical accuracy with the meticulously detailed 1/135 USN AN/SPS-49 Radar from Distefan 3D Print. This exceptional replica captures the iconic long-range air surveillance radar system, adding a touch of realism and technological significance to your miniature masterpiece. Imagine this radar, a symbol of Cold War naval technology, proudly mounted on the mast of your model warship, scanning the skies for potential threats.
Unparalleled Detail Meets Customization Freedom:
- Museum-Quality Realism: Faithfully replicates the design of the real USN AN/SPS-49 radar, ensuring historical accuracy for dioramas or ship models. Every detail, from the distinctive radar antenna and intricate waveguides to the supporting structure and electronics housing, has been meticulously researched and reproduced to create a truly authentic miniature representation. This 1/135 scale model captures the essence of this essential radar system.
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Premium Material: High Detail Resin Grey: Achieve stunning detail and a smooth finish with our high-quality grey resin. Perfect for showcasing the intricate features of this model and providing an ideal surface for painting and weathering.
- Unpainted for Creative Vision: This radar model arrives unpainted, providing a blank canvas for you to unleash your creativity and perfectly match the historical period and paint scheme of your project. Whether you're aiming for a pristine, factory-fresh look or a weathered appearance reflecting years of service at sea, the unpainted model allows you to achieve the perfect finish.
Additional Features:
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Cleverly Hollowed Design: This design offers two key benefits:
- Reduced Weight: Ideal for easier integration into your project, especially important for smaller scale models where weight can be a factor.
- Material Savings: Making this high-quality detailing piece more accessible and affordable.
A Versatile Addition to Your Fleet:
The AN/SPS-49 radar was a mainstay on a wide range of US Navy vessels, including aircraft carriers (CV, CVN), guided-missile cruisers (CG), destroyers (DDG), amphibious assault ships (LHD), and dock landing ships (LSD). This makes it a versatile addition to a variety of 1/135 scale US Navy ship models.
The Perfect Finishing Touch for Discerning Modelers:
The 1/135 USN AN/SPS-49 Radar from Distefan 3D Print is the missing piece to elevate your 1/135 scale model to a museum-quality masterpiece. Experience the difference that meticulous attention to detail can make and order yours today!

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