Description
Sistership of the Renown, HMS Repulse was launched in 1916 and served with distinction until the early part of the Second World War. Her loss in 1941 from attacks by Japanese aircraft was deeply felt by the Allies. This fine kit measuring 404mm does full justice to a proud ship. – Taken from the 1981 edition catalogue
1984 edition catalogue, listed as HMS Repulse from HMS 'Repulse'.
Additional information
| Airfix Series (first appearance) | 6 |
|---|---|
| Rarity of early version | Scarce |
| First Issued | 1981 |
| Catalogue Ref - 1981 Edition | 06206-4 |
| Catalogue Ref - 1982 Edition | 06206-4 |
| Catalogue Ref - 1983 Edition | 9 06206 |
| Catalogue Ref - 1984 Edition | 9 06206 |
| Catalogue Ref - 1991 Edition | 6206 |
| Catalogue Ref - 1992 Edition | 6206 |
| Catalogue Ref - 1993 Edition | 6206 |
| Catalogue Ref - 1994 Edition | 6206 |
| Artist on Box Type 7 | Geoff Hunt |
| Artist on Box Type 16 | Gavin McLeod |
