Shandong (2.0 Version) (Qiji 23024 (2.0 Version) Volume 1)

About this set

This is KEEPPLEY 23024 Volume 1, the Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong from the Great National Treasures series. The box marks a 1:378 scale and 3420 pieces, with a difficulty of 2/5, making it a fairly relaxed large build. The finished model centers on the carrier hull in grey, with red, yellow and black parts picking out deck markings and details; the flight deck, ski-jump deck, island, carrier aircraft and Fresnel lens are all reproduced in the set, plus a lighting component test. Build the hull frame first, then lay the flight deck, and work through the ski-jump section and island in the manual's numbered stages—3420 pieces spread across several bags keeps part-hunting manageable. It suits builders interested in carriers who want a 1:378 display model without a steep clutch challenge.