Fujimi 433240 Warship Next IJN Battleship Haruna 1944 Operation Sho-1 w/Photo-Etched Parts 1/700 is an advanced plastic ship model kit, faithfully depicting the Japanese battleship Haruna from the World War II period. The 1/700 scale model comes from the renowned manufacturer Fujimi, known for high-quality ship kits and a wealth of details. This kit is designed for the most demanding modelers seeking authenticity, precision, and satisfaction from building a replica of a historic warship.

• Category: plastic model kit
• Scale: 1/700
• Country: Japan
• Historical period: World War II (Operation Sho-1, 1944)
• Number of parts: 208
• Included: photo-etched details allowing for the representation of even the smallest deck equipment elements
• Material: high-quality plastic and photo-etched metal parts
• Requires the use of glue and paints (not included)
• No full hull – the model is intended for waterline display
• The kit also includes decals and stickers for customizing the ship

Brief historical overview:
The battleship Haruna was one of four vessels of the Kongo class, forming the core of the Imperial Japanese Navy. Launched in 1915, the ship carried out its most important missions during World War II. It participated in Operation Sho-1—one of the largest naval battles of the war, which was part of the Battle of Leyte Gulf. Haruna was renowned for her very powerful main armament and modern upgrades, and her structure was repeatedly reinforced, especially in terms of anti-aircraft defense. The ship’s final years of service (1944-1945) were marked by intense combat operations in the Pacific, including taking part in the largest engagements against American forces.

Model features:
The Fujimi model stands out with brilliant detailing, from railings and cannons to a set of special parts corresponding to the historic modifications of the ship in 1944. The photo-etched parts set enables a level of detail not found in standard models at this scale. The hull, turrets, deck, and superstructures precisely represent the real Haruna. You also receive decals with historical markings (including the chrysanthemum emblem and the ensign of the Japanese fleet), specially prepared for this ship. The included parts allow for your choice of anti-aircraft armament configuration, depending on the phase of the war.

Recommended for:
We recommend the Fujimi 433240 model to intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level: 4/5) who wish to build an extremely realistic replica of a late World War II Japanese battleship. Perfect for maritime history enthusiasts and 1/700 scale collectors.