Kajika KM71008 IJN Battlecruiser Hiei 1915 Photo Etching 1/700 – set of photo-etched parts

Kajika KM71008 IJN Battlecruiser Hiei 1915 Photo Etching 1/700 is a specialist set of dedicated photo-etched parts designed for advanced enhancement of the Hiei battleship model from the First World War period. The product is created by the renowned manufacturer Kajika Model and is compatible with plastic Hiei ship models in the popular 1/700 scale. Thanks to this set, naval modeling enthusiasts can accurately reproduce the details of the original vessel of the Imperial Japanese Navy.

History and Application of the Set

The Hiei battleship, belonging to the Kongō class, was launched in 1912 and actively participated in naval operations of the Japanese fleet from 1914. The vessel served mainly during World War I and the interwar period, and its presence in the Pacific was crucial for securing maritime trade routes. Hiei was also distinguished by innovative technologies, being one of the first Japanese ships equipped with heavy 356 mm caliber guns and modern armor protection.

This set allows you to recreate the original appearance of Hiei from the time it entered service in 1915. It adds realism to the model thanks to delicate photo-etched details such as railings, ladders, meshes, superstructure elements, and other parts difficult to reproduce in plastic.

Technical Specifications

• Scale: 1/700
• Country: Japan
• Period of original use: World War I, interwar period
• Material: thin brass sheet (photo-etched parts)
• Purpose: for enhancement of a plastic model
• Category: modeling accessories / photo-etched parts
• The set does not include the base ship model – it is an addition to a separately purchased model

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

We recommend Kajika KM71008 IJN Battlecruiser Hiei 1915 Photo Etching 1/700 especially for intermediate and advanced ship modelers who are looking to increase the realism of their builds. The assembly difficulty level is 4/5 – precision and the ability to work with delicate photo-etched parts are required. This product is indispensable for enthusiasts of Japanese shipbuilding and collectors of high-quality ship models from the era of the Great War and the interwar years. Create a unique replica of the historic Hiei battleship with the professional photo-etch set from Kajika Model!