Hasegawa WL413 IJN Destroyer Akishimo (1/700) - Plastic Ship Model Kit

The Hasegawa WL413 IJN Destroyer Akishimo model in 1/700 scale is a faithfully reproduced Japanese Yūgumo-class destroyer named Akishimo, belonging to the Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN). This vessel was one of the most advanced destroyers in the fleet during World War II, serving mainly in Pacific campaigns. She entered the Pacific waters in 1944 and took part in escorting convoys, patrolling, fleet protection, and rescue operations—for example, participating in the cover of transport operations and the Battle of Leyte Gulf. Unfortunately, Akishimo was sunk on November 13, 1944, during American air raids over Manila.

Technical Data and Kit Contents:

• Scale: 1/700 – allows for faithful recreation of details while maintaining a compact model size, perfect for ship collections or marine dioramas.
• Origin of the real ship: Japan
• Historical period: World War II (year 1944)
• Material: high-quality plastic (styrene), providing good detail fidelity and ease of processing.
• Kit includes: plastic sprues with parts for assembly, decals, and a detailed assembly instruction.
• Paints and glue are not included, allowing the modeler to choose the painting scheme and accessory quality individually (we recommend purchasing these materials separately).

Product Highlights:

• Precise recreation of the IJN Akishimo destroyer's design and equipment, including deck structure, armament, and superstructure details.
• This model is part of Hasegawa's renowned Water Line series, ideal for building realistic maritime dioramas.
• Perfectly suitable for both beginners and intermediate modelers – difficulty level: 2/5.
• An ideal choice for naval history and World War II enthusiasts, as well as for modelers building Asian fleets in 1/700 scale.

We recommend the Hasegawa WL413 IJN Destroyer Akishimo (1/700) as an excellent choice for anyone passionate about ship modeling who is looking for precise miniatures from the dynamic maritime operations of World War II. This model offers hours of satisfying work and serves as a great base for further enhancements.