1/200 DKM Gneisenau Hangar Set (1942)

1/200 DKM Gneisenau Hangar Set (1942): The "Channel Dash" Configuration

Capture the unique aviation architecture of the Scharnhorst-class with the meticulously engineered 1/200 DKM Gneisenau Hangar Set (1942). This comprehensive set replicates the ship’s specific modifications for Operation Cerberus (The Channel Dash) in 1942. Unlike her sister ship Scharnhorst, Gneisenau's catapult was uniquely relocated to a position inside the hangar structure. This set includes the specialized doors required to showcase this hidden internal complexity.

Technical Precision & Historical Fidelity

Authentic 1942–1945 Configuration: Following her 1942 refit, Gneisenau featured a distinct hangar arrangement where the catapult was housed internally. This model is essential for builders looking to distinguish their Gneisenau from her sister ship. With the included door set, you can model the hangar in various states of operation, providing a "cutaway" look at the ship's aeronautical systems.

Metric-Perfect Engineering: Scaled directly from scans of original Deutsche drawings, this structure ensures a seamless fit for the massive 1/200 Trumpeter hulls.

• Length: 145mm (151mm including the top tub)
• Width: 28mm
• Height: 51.55mm

Comprehensive Set Components: This kit provides everything needed for a full midships upgrade:

• The Main Hangar Structure: Featuring the accurately shaped catapult pedestal and upper "tub" for anti-aircraft or rangefinder mounts.
• Six Specialized Doors: Allows for a fully customized display—model them fully open to reveal the Arado Ar 196 storage, partially closed, or sealed for combat.

Premium Materials & Customization

High-Fidelity Resin: Crafted in professional-grade resin to preserve the sharp architectural lines of the bulkheads and the intricate internal rail systems. The non-porous surface is ideal for the advanced painting and weathering techniques required at the 1/200 super-scale.

A Canvas for Kriegsmarine Camouflage: Arriving in an unpainted finish, this hangar set is ready for period-accurate schemes:

• Operation Cerberus Scheme: Perfect for the classic Baltic Striping or the standard Hellgrau/Dunkelgrau (Light/Dark Grey) contrast.
• Internal Detailing: The open-door capability provides a perfect opportunity to add internal lighting, tool benches, or folded Arado Ar 196 floatplanes for a museum-quality scene.

Key Features & Specifications

• Accurate 1/200 Scale: Designed specifically for the Trumpeter 1/200 Scharnhorst and Gneisenau kits.
• Multi-Part Set: Includes the main hangar body and 6 individual doors for maximum poseability.
• Research-Backed: Scaled from original German naval blueprints for total architectural authority.
• Hollowed Construction: Optimized for material efficiency and to allow for custom internal detailing.

The Definitive Upgrade for Your 1/200 Gneisenau

The 1/200 DKM Gneisenau Hangar Set (1942) is the ultimate upgrade for the serious historian. It replaces simplified kit parts with a research-backed, poseable structure that defines the midships silhouette of this iconic battleship during her most famous sortie.