LA SEINE + LA SAONE TWINSET
Item no. 85050
GTIN 3279510850505
Scale 1:400
Parts 380
Packaging 250 x 450 x 70 mm
Intended to be used for refuelling in France in 1938, the oil tankers La Seine and La Saône were
dry docked in 1939, but their construction was stopped abruptly by the war. Finally put into service
at the end of the 40s, they would be used for a time on the line towards Iraq before being taken back
by the Marine Nationale (French Navy) for its own use. Since refuelling techniques at sea had developed
considerably, the decision was made to transform them into squadron oil supply ships, this complete
overhaul requiring gantry cranes to be installed for the fuel pipes. With the tests following this
modification proving conclusive and take part in various exercises, even in missions in the Pacific
in the Force Alpha. This operation, mobilising numerous ships, was mainly intended to protect
the French nuclear test sites of Mururoa and Fangataufa, and would continue for a number of years.
Now surpassed by units of much higher performances, La Seine and La Saône would leave the ranks
of the Marine Nationale in the mid 70s and cease operation a short while afterwards.
Price:34,99 €
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