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DDG-125 Jack H. Lucas
Model Upgrade Kit

Beacon Hobby, 1/350 scale

S u m m a r y
Catalogue Number: Beacon Hobby Kit No.T5001 - DDG-125 Jack H. Lucas Guided Missile Destroyer (Flight III) Model Upgrade Kit
Scale: 1/350
Contents and Media:

150+ 3d printed resin parts; two brass plated photo-etched frets; seven metal parts; five masking sheets; instructions.
Price:

Available via a number of eBay online stores
Review Type: FirstLook
Advantages: Incredible fine detail; includes a gorgeous Seahawk helicopter and two rubber ducky boats; appropriate use of multimedia; masking sheets will greatly ease painting.
Disadvantages: Some parts are very fine and will require careful handling; tiny 3d resin and photo-etched parts may be challenging for less experienced modellers.
Conclusion:

This is a truly amazing upgrade set that will turn your Beacon SSG-125 into a miniature masterpiece.

Bring your Optivisor with you!


Reviewed by Brett Green

FirstLook

 

Beacon Hobby has released a dedicated upgrade set for its own brand new 1/350 scale kit of DDG-125 USS Jack H. Lucas.

This major upgrade comprises 150+ 3d printed resin parts, two brass plated photo-etched frets, seven metal parts, five masking sheets and instructions.

 

  • Beacon Kit No.T5001 - DDG-125 Jack H. Lucas Guided Missile Destroyer (Flight III) Model Upgrade : Image
  • Beacon Kit No.T5001 - DDG-125 Jack H. Lucas Guided Missile Destroyer (Flight III) Model Upgrade : Image
  • Beacon Kit No.T5001 - DDG-125 Jack H. Lucas Guided Missile Destroyer (Flight III) Model Upgrade : Image
  • Beacon Kit No.T5001 - DDG-125 Jack H. Lucas Guided Missile Destroyer (Flight III) Model Upgrade : Image
  • Beacon Kit No.T5001 - DDG-125 Jack H. Lucas Guided Missile Destroyer (Flight III) Model Upgrade : Image
  • Beacon Kit No.T5001 - DDG-125 Jack H. Lucas Guided Missile Destroyer (Flight III) Model Upgrade : Image
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The set is packed carefully in custom-cut foam packaging and a stout cardboard box.

 

 

The 3d printed parts are amazingly detailed and should be straightforward to clean up for assembly.

I particulary like the two resin boats.

 

 

The Seahawk is also included, complete with resin rotor blades.

 

 

The two photo-etched frets focus on railings. These have realistically sagged "rope" areas between the posts.

 

 

The yellow, self-adhesive die-cut painting masks are a great idea. They will permit precise demarcation, especially on the hull floors.

 

 

Detailed instructions are also included.

This is a truly amazing upgrade set that will turn your Beacon SSG-125 into a miniature masterpiece.

Bring your Optivisor with you!

Thanks to Beacon Hobby for the sample

Review Text and Images Copyright © 2026 by Brett Green
Page Created 5 February, 2026
Last updated 5 February, 2026

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