COBI® Historical Collection World War II Battleship Bismarck

Discover one of the greatest naval legends of World War II!

Get to know the battleship Bismarck as a collector model in 1:300 scale!

This 1:300 scale model of the Bismarck was specifically developed for demanding collectors. 3,204 precisely manufactured parts faithfully recreate the silhouette, superstructure, armament, and characteristic proportions of the ship.

The dimensions of the completed model make it one of the most impressive ship models in 1:300 scale from COBI.

The origin and significance of the battleship Bismarck

The Bismarck was the first of two battleships of the Bismarck class built for the German Kriegsmarine.

Launched on February 14, 1939, and commissioned in August 1940, the HMS Bismarck represented the pinnacle of German engineering in battleship construction.

The ship was characterized by its enormous displacement (over 45,000 tons), its heavy armor, and its main armament, featuring eight 380 mm guns in four twin turrets.

In May 1941, the Bismarck undertook its only combat cruise into the Atlantic.

Its objective was to attack Allied convoys.

The climax of the operation was the Battle of the Denmark Strait, where the Bismarck sank the British battlecruiser HMS Hood, the pride of the Royal Navy.

This success made the German battleship the primary target of the British fleet.

After an intense pursuit, the Bismarck was surrounded and heavily damaged on May 26, 1941, by 15 Fairley Swordfish torpedo bombers.

One day later, a fleet of British battleships reached the Bismarck and sank the damaged giant after a short engagement.

Although its service life was short, it went down in history as one of the most famous warships in the world.

Why you should add the Bismarck model to your collection:

3,204 parts – the large number of building bricks enables an incredibly detailed reproduction of the battleship's structure.

The long, captivating building process offers the highest satisfaction.

Scale 1:300 – the model looks incredibly realistic and perfectly captures the power of the historical original.

It will be the centerpiece of any naval collection.

High-quality prints – the set contains no stickers; all markings, details, and symbols are printed directly onto the building bricks, guaranteeing durability and a perfect appearance for years.

Realistic functionality – movable elements such as armament and propellers, as well as removable parts of the propulsion system, increase the realism of the model and make it not only a display piece but also an interactive element.

Realistic interior – A removable section of the upper deck allows a view into the detailed ship interior, thereby increasing the realism and collector value of the model.

Pedestal with collector plaque – The elegant pedestal ensures stable standing and contains a plaque with the ship's name and scale, fitting perfectly into any display case.