Forces of Valor Full Hull Warships 861010A Type 001 Aircraft Carrier Diecast Model PLAN, Liaoning, Hong Kong, 2017. Type 001 Aircraft Carrier. Liaoning is a Chinese Type 001 aircraft carrier. Originally laid down in 1985 for the Soviet Navy as the Kuznetsov-class aircraft cruiser Riga, she was launched on 4 December 1988 and renamed Varyag in 1990. Hundreds of Hong Kongers lined up overnight for free tickets to tour the Liaoning and three other vessels, which were open to the public for the first time. Forces of Valor Full Hull Warships. The Waltersons “Forces of Valor Full Hull Warships” range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of naval warships featuring a fully-detailed hull with presentation display stand. Waltersons “Forces of Valor Full Hull Warships” diecast warships feature. Diecast metal construction with some plastic components. Rotating turrets and elevating cannons. Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details. Pad printed markings and placards that won’t fade or peel like decals. Diecast metal full hull with detailed propellers, shafts and rudders. Plastic display base with brass risers and nameplate.