Fujimi 1/700 Japanese Battleship Kongo 1944 Special Series Standard Edition Plastic Model

Experience the intricate detailing of the battleship Kongo as it appeared at the end of its service, with enhanced anti-aircraft armaments during the Battle of Leyte Gulf.

Standard Edition: Perfect for those who wish to build without constraints at an affordable price.

- Glue assembly design emphasizing precise and detailed construction.

- Molded primarily in gray, allowing for personalized painting during assembly.

- The product is based on the appearance of the Kongo-class battleship "Kongo" from October 1944 during Operation Sho-Go 1.

- Features include 21 and 22 radar antennas on the bridge area, with a 13 radar antenna on the rear mast.

- Enhanced gun positions added to the canopies of the second and third main turrets.

- Expanded anti-air command center.

- Reduced searchlight count by two, enhancing 25mm triple machine guns.

- Partial removal of secondary guns and casing closure, adding two 12.7cm twin high-angle guns.

- Altered the shape of the anti-air fire control center by removing the lookout direction disc.

- Relocated machine guns from around the funnel to new positions.

- Rear bridge 4.5-meter rangefinder replaced with added machine guns.

- Added single machine guns.

The standard model is designed for ease of assembly with the minimum number of parts. This product is an unpainted kit requiring assembly and painting. 

- Scale is 1/700, and it represents a waterline model not including the ship's bottom.

- Made using existing molds from the traditional series.

Structure, Specifications, and Features:

- The hull has an integrated one-piece design for the port and starboard sides.

- Representing post-war features, portholes are depicted in a closed state with embossed moldings.

- The upper deck features a delicate single-piece wood deck carving.

- The base of the bridge utilizes a single-piece construction part from a slide mold.

- The linoleum-covered flight operations deck is prepared as a separate component.

- Exclusive parts recreate the unique slanted border of the Kongo's wooden deck.

- Smoke funnels are constructed with a two-part side-by-side assembly method.

- Detailed strip patterns on the floor of high-angle gun emplacements are finely sculpted.

- Funnel caps are open, providing an intricate feel.

- Main turret roof is a flat-sided design, specifically crafted for Kongo/Hiei.

- Main gun barrels are jointly molded with canvas, with fixed elevation angles.

- The main gun muzzle is open due to the use of a slide mold.

- Includes two Type 0 reconnaissance seaplanes and one Type 0 observation plane, molded in gray.

- Molded in gray, including major parts, ship bottom plates, shipboard planes, and machine gun parts.

- Includes decals featuring naval flags and aircraft markings.

Included Contents:

- Runners x17

- Assembly instructions x1

- Decals x1

This injection-plastic ship model kit is designed for high-quality detailed design enthusiasts and collectors. The kit includes accurately molded parts with precise fitting to ensure an enjoyable building experience. It features a comprehensive set of decals for authentic detailing and is ideal for both novice and experienced model builders. Comes with easy-to-follow assembly instructions, providing a great way to learn more about naval history and ship modeling.

This is a plastic model and requires assembly.