The description below is taken from the Airfix catalogue this kit was first seen in. There is also extra information underneath the main catalogues description including the changes to the name of this kit in the catalogues.
Airfix Catalogue 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'.
Airfix Series (first appearance): 6 Rarity of early version: Scarce First Issued: 1981
Box art ArtistsInformation taken from: Airfix Collectors Club, Artist and Kit list - 6th Ed. Compiled by Jeremy Brook.Artist on Box Type 7: Geoff Hunt Artist on Box Type 10: Gavin McLeod Artist on Box Type 16: Gavin McLeod
This kit appeared in these catalogues:
1981 Edition Ref: 06206-4 1982 Edition Ref: 06206-4 1983 Edition Ref: 9 06206 1984 Edition Ref: 9 06206 1991 Edition Ref: 06206 1992 Edition Ref: 06206 1993 Edition Ref: 06206 1994 Edition Ref: 06206 2011 Edition Ref: A06206 2012 Edition Ref: A06206 2013 Edition Ref: A06206
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