Balao-class Submarine Display Model, USN, SS-285 USS Balao, 1944
EM-37311Product Details
Easy Model Platinum Collection 37311 |
| 1:700 Scale | Length | Width | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balao-class Submarine | 5.25" | 0.5" |
The Balao class was a successful design of United States Navy submarine used during World War II, and with 128 units built, the largest class of submarines in the United States Navy. An improvement on the earlier Gato class, the boats had slight internal differences. The most significant improvement was the use of thicker, higher yield strength steel in the pressure hull, which increased their test depth to 400 feet (120 m).