Dragon Ch Hmn Sheffield (Falklands War)

Dragon’s HC-D7133 kit portrays HMS Sheffield, the first of the Royal Navy’s Type 42 destroyers, depicted during the Falklands War. The subject is supported by refined detailing, including photo-etched components, to help achieve a crisp, realistic finish for naval modelling projects.

Historical Background

Commissioned on 16 February 1975, HMS Sheffield later became one of the conflict’s most notable losses. On 4 May 1982 an AM39 Exocet sea-skimming missile, launched from an Argentine Navy Super Etendard over 30 km away, struck the ship amidships. Although the warhead did not detonate, the impact breached the hull and severed fire mains, preventing effective firefighting. Sheffield ultimately foundered on 10 May.

Features

• Photo-etched handrails add extra refinement
• Optional photo-etched rotor blades for on-board helicopter
• Antenna and radar reproduced with photo-etched parts
• 4.5-inch L/45 Vickers Mark 8 gun

This HMS Sheffield kit is a fitting choice for Royal Navy and Falklands War enthusiasts seeking authentic detail and photo-etched enhancements in a Type 42 destroyer model.