{"title":"Vee Hobby 1\/700 Cruiser Model Kits","description":"\u003cp\u003eVee Hobby 1\/700 cruiser kits include Atlanta-class subjects such as USS San Diego and Oakland, Cleveland-class ships such as Cleveland and Houston, and the postwar USS Worcester. A single scale lets you compare these ships’ silhouettes, gun layouts and superstructures directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose the hull number and era\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a wartime carrier screen, start with San Diego or Oakland. Cleveland and Houston CL-81 offer a different light-cruiser layout, while Worcester makes a postwar or Korean War-era display subject. Use the ship’s hull number when searching for photos, particularly for Houston, whose name was also carried by the earlier CA-30.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlan access around the deck fittings\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWork from the hull and deck outward, dry-fitting gun mounts and platforms before painting. A small brush and fine tweezers help around tight spaces between fittings. Compare Standard and Deluxe editions by SKU and check the kit-specific contents before planning extra detail parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vee-hobby\"\u003eVee Hobby ship model kits\u003c\/a\u003e or pair a cruiser with a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vee-hobby-aircraft-carriers\"\u003eVee Hobby light carrier\u003c\/a\u003e. Find \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paint-store\"\u003ehobby paints\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tools-supplies\"\u003emodeling tools\u003c\/a\u003e for assembly and finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vee7012e","title":"Vee Hobby USS San Diego CL-53 1944 Deluxe 1\/700 Model Kit - VEE7012E","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuild the USS San Diego CL-53 1944 with this Vee Hobby 1\/700 Deluxe Edition plastic ship model kit. San Diego was an Atlanta-class light cruiser used in the carrier screen. The concentration of gun positions and the compact superstructure make it a good subject for a Pacific task-force display, especially beside a larger carrier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorking with the Deluxe edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Deluxe release is intended for a more involved detail build. Review its parts list before ordering separate upgrades, and plan the assembly sequence around any fine detail parts supplied in the box. Compare the Standard edition (VEE7012S) when deciding which version to build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer — Vee Hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU — VEE7012E\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale — 1\/700\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject — USS San Diego CL-53 1944\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShip class — Atlanta class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdition — Deluxe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration — 1944\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat — Unassembled plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing supplies — Model paint and cement sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild and display notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLay out the gun positions before installing the upper works. Paint recessed deck areas first and use fine tweezers to place small fittings where nearby mounts will limit access. In a fleet display, leave room around the hull so the deck layout reads clearly from above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vee-hobby-cruisers\"\u003eVee Hobby cruisers\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vee-hobby\"\u003efull Vee Hobby range\u003c\/a\u003e, and other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/model-ships\"\u003escale model ships\u003c\/a\u003e. Find paints and workbench supplies in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paint-store\"\u003ePaint Store\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tools-supplies\"\u003eTools \u0026amp; Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vee Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67921259954250,"sku":"VEE7012E","price":94.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/3066\/5546\/files\/vee70012e-1700-vee-hobby-uss-san-diego-deluxe-edition-preorder-squadron-model-models__41984.1672934808.386.513.jpg?v=1794033666"},{"product_id":"vee7012s","title":"Vee Hobby USS San Diego CL-53 1944 Standard 1\/700 Model Kit - VEE7012S","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuild the USS San Diego CL-53 1944 with this Vee Hobby 1\/700 Standard Edition plastic ship model kit. San Diego was an Atlanta-class light cruiser used in the carrier screen. The concentration of gun positions and the compact superstructure make it a good subject for a Pacific task-force display, especially beside a larger carrier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorking with the Standard edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart with the Standard release if you want to plan the finish and decide separately where to add fine detail. Check the instructions for the parts supplied with this specific kit. Compare the Deluxe edition (VEE7012E) when deciding which version to build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer — Vee Hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU — VEE7012S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale — 1\/700\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject — USS San Diego CL-53 1944\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShip class — Atlanta class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdition — Standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration — 1944\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat — Unassembled plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing supplies — Model paint and cement sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild and display notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLay out the gun positions before installing the upper works. Paint recessed deck areas first and use fine tweezers to place small fittings where nearby mounts will limit access. In a fleet display, leave room around the hull so the deck layout reads clearly from above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vee-hobby-cruisers\"\u003eVee Hobby cruisers\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vee-hobby\"\u003efull Vee Hobby range\u003c\/a\u003e, and other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/model-ships\"\u003escale model ships\u003c\/a\u003e. Find paints and workbench supplies in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paint-store\"\u003ePaint Store\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tools-supplies\"\u003eTools \u0026amp; Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vee Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67921259987018,"sku":"VEE7012S","price":52.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/3066\/5546\/files\/vee7012-1700-vee-hobby-uss-san-diego-cl-53-1944-standard-edition-preorder-squadron-model-models__20966.webp?v=1794034006"},{"product_id":"vee7020e","title":"Vee Hobby USS Cleveland CL-55 Deluxe 1\/700 Model Kit - VEE7020E","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuild the USS Cleveland CL-55 with this Vee Hobby 1\/700 Deluxe Edition plastic ship model kit. The lead ship of the Cleveland class represents the general-purpose U.S. light cruiser. Cleveland works as a stand-alone build or as a comparison with Houston, another member of the class, in a common 1\/700 display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorking with the Deluxe edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Deluxe release is intended for a more involved detail build. Review its parts list before ordering separate upgrades, and plan the assembly sequence around any fine detail parts supplied in the box. Compare the Standard edition (VEE7020S) when deciding which version to build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer — Vee Hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU — VEE7020E\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale — 1\/700\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject — USS Cleveland CL-55\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShip class — Cleveland class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdition — Deluxe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration — World War II-era subject\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat — Unassembled plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing supplies — Model paint and cement sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild and display notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFit the turret groups and bridge before painting the deck. Plan seams and color breaks in advance so the main assemblies can be finished while the smaller surfaces are still easy to reach. In a fleet display, leave room around the hull so the deck layout reads clearly from above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vee-hobby-cruisers\"\u003eVee Hobby cruisers\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vee-hobby\"\u003efull Vee Hobby range\u003c\/a\u003e, and other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/model-ships\"\u003escale model ships\u003c\/a\u003e. 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Use the CL-81 hull number when choosing reference photos. Earlier Houston photographs often show the different CA-30 ship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorking with the Deluxe edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Deluxe release is intended for a more involved detail build. Review its parts list before ordering separate upgrades, and plan the assembly sequence around any fine detail parts supplied in the box. Compare the Standard edition (VEE7021S) when deciding which version to build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer — Vee Hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU — VEE7021E\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale — 1\/700\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject — USS Houston CL-81 1944\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShip class — Cleveland class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdition — Deluxe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration — 1944\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat — Unassembled plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing supplies — Model paint and cement sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild and display notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWork from a 1944 photograph when deciding on camouflage and deck colors. Fit the deck and superstructure first, then paint the stacks and smaller gun positions separately where it improves brush access. In a fleet display, leave room around the hull so the deck layout reads clearly from above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vee-hobby-cruisers\"\u003eVee Hobby cruisers\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vee-hobby\"\u003efull Vee Hobby range\u003c\/a\u003e, and other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/model-ships\"\u003escale model ships\u003c\/a\u003e. Find paints and workbench supplies in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paint-store\"\u003ePaint Store\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tools-supplies\"\u003eTools \u0026amp; Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vee Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67921260118090,"sku":"VEE7021E","price":97.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/3066\/5546\/files\/vee7021e-1700-vee-hobby-uss-houston-cl-81-1944-heavy-cruiser-deluxe-version-squadron-model-models__22929.1706911764.386.513.jpg?v=1794033672"},{"product_id":"vee7013s","title":"Vee Hobby USS Oakland CL-95 Standard 1\/700 Model Kit - VEE7013S","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuild the USS Oakland CL-95 with this Vee Hobby 1\/700 Standard Edition plastic ship model kit. Oakland belongs to the follow-on Oakland group of the Atlanta-class light cruisers. Display it alongside San Diego to compare the arrangement of the two anti-aircraft cruiser designs, or set it beside a carrier to show the difference in scale and role.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorking with the Standard edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart with the Standard release if you want to plan the finish and decide separately where to add fine detail. Check the instructions for the parts supplied with this specific kit. Compare the Deluxe edition (VEE7013E) when deciding which version to build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer — Vee Hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU — VEE7013S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale — 1\/700\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject — USS Oakland CL-95\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShip class — Oakland group of the Atlanta class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdition — Standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration — World War II-era subject\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat — Unassembled plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing supplies — Model paint and cement sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild and display notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse references for Oakland itself when placing details. Work along the hull in sections and check that neighboring gun positions have clearance before the deck fittings are fixed in place. 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Display it alongside San Diego to compare the arrangement of the two anti-aircraft cruiser designs, or set it beside a carrier to show the difference in scale and role.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorking with the Deluxe edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Deluxe release is intended for a more involved detail build. Review its parts list before ordering separate upgrades, and plan the assembly sequence around any fine detail parts supplied in the box. Compare the Standard edition (VEE7013S) when deciding which version to build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer — Vee Hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU — VEE7013E\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale — 1\/700\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject — USS Oakland CL-95\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShip class — Oakland group of the Atlanta class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdition — Deluxe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration — World War II-era subject\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat — Unassembled plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing supplies — Model paint and cement sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild and display notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse references for Oakland itself when placing details. Work along the hull in sections and check that neighboring gun positions have clearance before the deck fittings are fixed in place. 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Compare the Deluxe edition (VEE7020E) when deciding which version to build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer — Vee Hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU — VEE7020S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale — 1\/700\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject — USS Cleveland CL-55\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShip class — Cleveland class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdition — Standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration — World War II-era subject\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat — Unassembled plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing supplies — Model paint and cement sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild and display notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFit the turret groups and bridge before painting the deck. Plan seams and color breaks in advance so the main assemblies can be finished while the smaller surfaces are still easy to reach. 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Its long hull and six twin main gun turrets make it an interesting postwar counterpart to a Cleveland-class build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorking with the Deluxe edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSquadron lists photo-etched, 3D and turned detail parts for this Deluxe release. Check their positions against the instructions before building up the surrounding plastic assemblies. Leave fragile fittings until the larger sections are painted and ready for final assembly. 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Its long hull and six twin main gun turrets make it an interesting postwar counterpart to a Cleveland-class build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorking with the Standard edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart with the Standard release if you want to plan the finish and decide separately where to add fine detail. Check the instructions for the parts supplied with this specific kit. Compare the Deluxe edition (VEE7015E) when deciding which version to build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer — Vee Hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU — VEE7015S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale — 1\/700\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject — USS Worcester CL-144\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShip class — Worcester class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdition — Standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration — Postwar subject\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat — Unassembled plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing supplies — Model paint and cement sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild and display notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the six main turrets aligned while fitting the deck assemblies. Pick photographs from the period you want to depict, especially if adding rigging or planning a Korean War display. 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Earlier Houston photographs often show the different CA-30 ship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorking with the Standard edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart with the Standard release if you want to plan the finish and decide separately where to add fine detail. Check the instructions for the parts supplied with this specific kit. Compare the Deluxe edition (VEE7021E) when deciding which version to build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer — Vee Hobby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU — VEE7021S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale — 1\/700\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubject — USS Houston CL-81 1944\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShip class — Cleveland class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdition — Standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration — 1944\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat — Unassembled plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing supplies — Model paint and cement sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuild and display notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWork from a 1944 photograph when deciding on camouflage and deck colors. Fit the deck and superstructure first, then paint the stacks and smaller gun positions separately where it improves brush access. 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