USS Belleau Wood (LHA-3) 1-2400

USS Belleau Wood (LHA-3) — 1-2400 Scale Deck Decal
This 1-2400 scale deck decal reproduces the principal flight-deck and aviation markings for USS Belleau Wood (LHA-3) of the Tarawa class.
 
Decal Information
This 1-2400 scale waterslide deck decal is designed to reproduce the principal deck and aviation markings associated with USS Belleau Wood (LHA-3). Apply over a properly prepared and gloss-coated model surface using normal waterslide-decal techniques.
 
Model Compatibility
This 1-2400 scale deck decal is sized for the Superior (Alnavco) model 4A36 Tarawa-class miniature.
 
Historical Information
The Tarawa class combined the functions of earlier amphibious command, helicopter carrier, and dock landing ships into a large general-purpose amphibious assault ship. Its flight deck supported helicopters and AV-8B Harriers while its well deck operated landing craft and LCACs. USS Belleau Wood served as one of the five ships of the class.
 
Key Historical Details
Class: Tarawa class
Ship Type: Amphibious Assault Ship (LHA)
Entered Service: September 23, 1978
Primary Role: Marine expeditionary aviation, amphibious assault, and landing-craft operations
Number Built: 5
Weapons Systems: Defensive missile, gun, and close-in systems with embarked Marine aviation
Current Status: Decommissioned in 2005