1/96 US Liberty-class Funnel

1/96 US Liberty-class Funnel: The Industrial Heart of the Merchant Marine

Elevate your large-scale maritime project with the meticulously crafted 1/96 Scale US Liberty-Class Funnel. This high-precision component captures the iconic vertical profile of the "Emergency" cargo ships, most famously seen on survivors like the SS Jeremiah O'Brien. At the expansive 1/96 scale, this funnel is an essential structural element for builders aiming to recreate the industrial grandeur and historic presence of the vessels that served as the Allied lifeline during WWII.

Engineering Precision & Structural Fidelity

• Exquisite 1/96 Detail: At this large scale, the utilitarian elegance of the EC2-S-C1 design is captured with exquisite fidelity. Every feature—from the subtle weld lines on the stack plating to the internal baffle structures and top-mounted steam escape pipes—is rendered with the architectural sharpness required for a museum-grade display or high-end R/C model.
• High Detail Resin Grey: Crafted in professional-grade High Detail Resin Grey, this funnel offers a level of surface smoothness and detail retention that far surpasses traditional vacuum-formed or wooden alternatives. The material is chosen for its structural stability, ensuring the stack maintains its perfectly vertical alignment and crisp edges under various display conditions.
• Intelligent Hollowed Design: To ensure this prominent superstructure piece remains lightweight and easy to secure, it has been expertly hollowed from the original design. This engineering choice preserves the robust industrial look of the stack while minimizing weight—a critical factor for remote-controlled models where maintaining a low center of gravity is essential for stability on the water.

A Canvas for Historical Customization

Unpainted for Total Creative Freedom: Arriving in a professional unpainted finish, the Liberty funnel serves as a blank canvas for your artistic vision. The resin surface is optimized for high-quality primers and specialized maritime palettes:

• The SS Jeremiah O'Brien: Recreate the specific weathered grey and black-top configuration of the legendary San Francisco-based museum ship.
• Merchant Line Branding: Personalize your vessel with the unique funnel bands and house colors of the private shipping lines that operated these "ugly ducklings."
• Advanced Weathering: The large scale is ideal for applying realistic soot staining at the cap, vertical rust streaks from the mounting brackets, and salt-faded paint effects to achieve total authenticity and realism.

Key Features & Specifications

• Accurate 1/96 Scale: Precisely scaled to integrate seamlessly with large-format Liberty ship hulls and deckhouse kits.
• Superstructure Foundation: Designed to sit perfectly atop the command bridge deckhouse for a professional-grade fit.
• Premium Resin Grey: Provides a smooth, non-porous surface that holds fine detail and resists warping.
• Hollowed Engineering: Significantly reduces weight without sacrificing the "heavy metal" appearance of a steamship exhaust.
• Museum-Grade Finish: Provides the professional surfaces demanded by competition-level modelers and historical collectors.

The Defining Feature of Your Liberty Ship

The 1/96 US Liberty-class Funnel is more than just a part; it is the focal point of your ship’s silhouette. Bring unparalleled authenticity and a commanding presence to your superstructure with a component that reflects the sheer industrial scale and historical significance of the Merchant Marine.