1/200 USS Gato SS-212 Fleet Submarine 1942 - Riich Models RS20001

The Riich Models 1/200 USS Gato SS-212 Fleet Submarine 1942 (RS20001) captures one of the most iconic American submarines of World War II. Paired with an OS2U-3 Kingfisher floatplane, this kit delivers an impressive centerpiece at a highly displayable scale.

The USS Gato (SS-212) was the lead vessel of the Gato class, the backbone of the U.S. Navy's Pacific submarine campaign from 1941–1945. Commissioned in December 1941, she earned the Presidential Unit Citation for her aggressive patrols against Japanese shipping. The Gato class displaced 1,500 tons surfaced and could dive to 300 feet, operating extended patrols across thousands of miles of ocean.

Key Features:

• 1/200 scale injection-molded plastic kit
• Full hull with finely engraved surface detail
• Includes OS2U-3 Kingfisher floatplane on catapult
• Photo-etched railing parts for fine deck detail
• Decal sheet with authentic 1942 markings
• Box dimensions approx. 560 × 210 × 50 mm

Whether displayed alone or in a Pacific diorama setting, the Riich 1/200 USS Gato SS-212 (1942) is a must-have for any WWII naval collection. Order yours today at AFVHobbyHub.com.

Ideal For:

• WWII U.S. Navy and submarine enthusiasts
• Intermediate scale modelers seeking a displayable ship
• Diorama and shelf display builds
• History buffs and naval collectors