U.S.S. Houston CA30
Northampton-class Heavy Cruiser
Kit #4-245 — 1/350 Scale
All Iron Shipwrights 1/350 Scale Model Kits Come with a Full Resin Hull, Pieces, Instructions, and Photoetched Parts for Ultimate Historical Accuracy.
Overview
Expertly cast and engineered for accurate scale detail, the Iron Shipwrights U.S.S. Houston (CA-30) 1/350 kit delivers a full-resin hull, finely detailed components, and precision photo-etched parts to produce an outstanding historical replica. Whether you are a seasoned modeler or building your first large-scale warship, this kit provides the parts and instructions necessary to achieve a museum-quality result.
What’s Included
- Full resin hull and resin parts
- Photo-etched details for enhanced scale realism
- Complete instruction booklet
- Decals for all the ships in the Northampton class
- Excellent customer support with free replacement parts — no questions asked
Important Notes
- Model kit arrives brand new and unassembled (if product photos show a completed model, your kit will still arrive uncompleted).
- Model kit does not include a display stand.
Brief History
USS Houston (CA-30) was a Northampton‑class heavy cruiser commissioned in 1930. She served with the Asiatic Fleet and later operated in the Dutch East Indies area as tensions with Japan grew. In late 1941–early 1942 Houston saw heavy action during the opening months of the Pacific War, participating in attempts to interdict Japanese advances and escort duties with Allied forces. On the night of 28 February 1942, while attempting to escape through the Sunda Strait, Houston and the Australian cruiser HMAS Perth were surprised and overwhelmed by a large Japanese force; both ships were sunk. Many of Houston’s crew were killed in the action or later died as prisoners of war. The ship is remembered for her valiant but costly service in the early Pacific campaign.
Model Specifications (Approximate)
- Scale: 1/350
- Typical Northampton-class overall length: ≈ 610 ft
- Model length (calculated): 610 ft × 12 in/ft ÷ 350 ≈ 20.9 inches (≈ 53.1 cm)
Recommended Reading
For reference and historical context, we recommend authoritative volumes on the Northampton-class cruisers and U.S. Navy heavy cruisers.
Customer Support
All models include complete instructions and access to responsive customer support. If any parts are missing or damaged, we provide free replacement parts — no questions asked.
