Fujimi 451480 Japanese Navy Aircraft Carrier Hiryu Full Hull 1/700 – Plastic Model Kit

We present a high-quality model kit – Fujimi 451480 Japanese Navy Aircraft Carrier Hiryu Full Hull 1/700. This is a detailed and carefully crafted miniature of the legendary Japanese aircraft carrier Hiryu in 1/700 scale, intended for ship modeling enthusiasts. The “Full Hull” version allows for a complete reproduction of the ship’s hull down to the keel itself, making this kit extremely attractive for collectors and maritime enthusiasts.

• Scale: 1/700
• Operator Country: Japan
• Material: High-quality plastic, separate elements (incl. propellers, rudder, precision 25 mm machine guns)
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Included: Decals – Hinomaru, white deck stripe, national flag; gray sprues for carrier-based aircraft; decorative stand

Historical Overview

The ship Hiryu belonged to the Imperial Japanese Navy and was one of the most important aircraft carriers of World War II. It entered service in 1939 and gained distinction for participating in the attack on Pearl Harbor as well as in the Battle of Midway in June 1942, where it was unfortunately sunk. It is remembered in history as a vessel with modern design and high combat effectiveness, forming the backbone of the Japanese fleet in the early phase of the Pacific War.

Technical Details and Kit Contents

The Fujimi model is characterized by excellent sprue quality and unique finishing. The kit allows you to build a full-hull aircraft carrier, including precisely separated propellers, rudder, and detailed Type 96 25 mm machine guns. Gun barrels and weapon assembly parts are made as separate components, increasing the realism of the model. A new feature is also the gray color of the carrier aircraft sprues, which makes painting easier and enhances authenticity.

The included decals allow for faithful recreation of the carrier and airbase markings, while the decorative stand enables a striking display of the finished model.

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

The kit is recommended both for experienced modellers and those with solid intermediate experience. Due to the large number of details and the high level of complexity in assembly and painting, we recommend it to modellers seeking ambitious challenges. Difficulty level: 4/5.

Fujimi 451480 Japanese Navy Aircraft Carrier Hiryu Full Hull 1/700 is not just a model, but a real piece of World War II history for your shelf – highly recommended!