USS Guadalcanal (LPH-7) 1-2400

USS Guadalcanal (LPH-7) — 1-2400 Scale Deck Decal

This 1-2400 scale deck decal reproduces the principal flight-deck and aviation markings for USS Guadalcanal (LPH-7) of the Iwo Jima class.

Decal Information

This 1-2400 scale waterslide deck decal is designed to reproduce the principal deck and aviation markings associated with USS Guadalcanal (LPH-7). 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 Viking Forge Sea Battle SB34 Iwo Jima-class miniature.

Historical Information

The Iwo Jima class was the first U.S. Navy class designed from the keel up as helicopter amphibious assault ships. The seven ships supported Marine vertical-assault operations during the Cold War, Vietnam War, and later expeditionary deployments before the class was retired. USS Guadalcanal served as one of the class’s helicopter assault ships during the Cold War era.

Key Historical Details

Class: Iwo Jima class Ship Type: Amphibious Assault Ship (LPH) Entered Service: July 20, 1963 Primary Role: Helicopter-borne amphibious assault and Marine expeditionary support Number Built: 7 Weapons Systems: Defensive guns and later close-in systems varied by ship and refit Current Status: Decommissioned in 1994