Hobby Boss 87023 - 1:700 PLAN Type 093 Shang Class SSN

Plastic model kit of the PLAN Type 093 Shang Class SSN submarine in 1:700 scale

Hobby Boss 87023 represents the Chinese Type 093 (Shang Class) nuclear-powered attack submarine in 1:700 scale. These submarines are modern SSNs designed for anti-ship and anti-submarine warfare as well as fleet protection missions within the People’s Liberation Army Navy.

Model technical data:

• Scale: 1:700
• Model length: approx. 16 cm
• Manufacturer: Hobby Boss
• Skill level: Intermediate

• Type 093 (Shang Class) configuration
• Streamlined single-piece hull
• Detailed sail (conning tower)
• Display stand included
• Material: plastic

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints or modeling tools. Assembly and painting are required.

Assembly

The kit allows construction of the characteristic cylindrical hull with defined sail and diving planes. The 1:700 scale makes it suitable for standalone display or as part of a modern naval collection.

Required tools

• Modeling knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sandpaper
• Paint brushes
• Plastic cement
• Model paints suitable for modern PLAN submarines
• Optional cyanoacrylate glue (for metal or resin parts)

About the Type 093 (Shang Class):

The Type 093, known in the West as the Shang Class, is a Chinese nuclear-powered attack submarine introduced in the 21st century. These vessels represent a significant step in the modernization of China’s submarine fleet and are intended for blue-water operations. They are armed with torpedoes and anti-ship missiles.

Technical data of the original vessel:

• Length: approx. 107 m
• Propulsion: nuclear reactor
• Armament: torpedoes and anti-ship missiles
• Operator: People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN)

Manufacturer – Hobby Boss

Hobby Boss produces plastic model kits covering naval, aviation, and armored subjects. Their kits offer good detailing and provide a solid base for building modern military replicas.