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Allen M. Sumner class destroyer model

The Allen M. Sumner class was a group of 58 destroyers built by the United States during World War II. Another twelve ships were completed as destroyer minelayers. Often referred to as simply the Sumner, this class was distinguished from the previous Fletcher class by their twin 5-inch/38 caliber gun mounts, dual rudders, additional anti-aircraft weapons, and many other advancements. The Sumner class design was extended 14 feet amidships to become the Gearing class, which was produced in larger numbers but did not see significant service in World War II. 

The Sumner class achieved a 20% increase in 5-inch gun armament and almost a 50% increase in light AA armament on a hull the same length as a Fletcher, only 15 inches wider, and about 15 inches deeper in draft. The increase in standard displacement was only 150 tons, about 7.5%. Thus, the Allen M. Sumner class was a significant improvement in combat power at a small increase in cost.

We build this primarily wood model of the Sumner class destroyer the following sizes: 22" long (1/200 scale), 31" long (1/144 scale), 44" long (1/100 scale). Email us for prices.

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Learn more about the Allen M. Sumner class destroyer here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allen_M._Sumner-class_destroyer