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USS ALBACORE SUBMARINE

USS Albacore is a unique research submarine that pioneered the American version of the teardrop hull form of modern submarines. The revolutionary design was derived from extensive hydrodynamic and wind tunnel testing, with an emphasis on underwater speed and maneuverability.

The hull of the USS Albacore submarine utilized HY-80 high-strength steel with a yield strength of 80,000 psi. HY-80 remained the standard submarine steel through the Los Angeles submarine class. Other components were made from high-tensile steel (HTS). She was classified as an auxiliary submarine (AGSS-569) and named USS Albacore.

Albacore submarine's keel was laid down on 15 March 1952 by the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard of Kittery, Maine. She was launched on 1 August 1953.

USS Albacore was decommissioned on 9 December 1972.

Today, the USS Albacore sub is located at Albacore Park in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and is open to the public. She is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and was designated a National Historic Landmark on 11 April 1989. In 2005, the United States Submarine Veterans of World War II inducted the USS Albacore into the Submarine Hall of Fame. 



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USS Albacore submarine model is 17" x 7" x 4" (1/144) $1,092  Shipping and insurance in the US included. Canada $90. Other countries: $150 flat rate.  This model is in stock and can be shipped within five business days.

24.5" (1/100) $1,740 Shipping and insurance in the US included. Canada $120. Other countries: $250 flat rate. This one is built per commission only. We require only a small deposit to start the process (not full amount, not even half) to start the process $500  The remaining balance won't be due until the model is completed, in several months. 

For different sizes, contact us for a quote: Services@ModelShipMaster.com.

Learn more about the USS Albacore submarine here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USS_Albacore_(AGSS-569)