North Carolina - Superstructure
The superstructure of the ship is concentrated in the centre of the hull.  It contains the bridge, machine gun platforms, funnels and navigation masts.  A very complicated structure that needs to be light but strong.
 
Stage 5

The forward section of the superstructure is constructed using the same techniques as described in part five.

The following photographs show the basic construction phases.

Forward superstructure from balsa wood

Upper deck levels

Centre section around funnel

Base camouflage paint applied

The project so far.

 
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