This is a great information. I acquired a 1/1250 model of Augusta Victoria some years ago for conversion, but put it aside when I read that the vessel was lengthened by 61’ and the middle mast removed, prior to war service. Both the models I found on Sammelhafen appear to have the original configuration of 3 masts. Assuming this is the case, is it worth surgery on a model to add 5/8” to the middle of the hull? Anyone try this already?
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In 1904, Germany sold the fast liner Augusta Victoria to Russia. She was renamed to Kuban and became an auxiliary cruiser.
My question: what guns were added to her? How many? And where?