Command the seas with this exquisitely renewed Aoshima Full Hull model of the legendary IJN Maya, capturing the formidable heavy cruiser after her dramatic 1944 anti-aircraft conversion. This precision-engineered 1/700 scale kit delivers museum-quality historical accuracy, bringing Japan's most heavily armed cruiser to life with stunning detail and craftsmanship.
Key Features:
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Renewed molds with extensive slide mold parts for highly detailed and precise surface molding
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Newly designed fittings accurately reproduce the 1944 anti-aircraft conversion
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Represents Maya after midship damage at Truk in 1943 and her repair conversion
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Captures the removal of the third main gun turret with added anti-aircraft armament
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Includes six twin 12.7 cm high-angle guns and twelve 25 mm triple machine guns
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Full hull format ideal for display and diorama work
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Focused upgrades on high-angle guns and anti-aircraft machine guns for authentic 1944 appearance
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Includes fittings: Type 89 12.7 cm twin high-angle guns, Type 96 25 mm triple machine guns, 9m cutter, 12m motor launch, 11m motor boat, Kure Type No.2 Model 5 catapult, Type 0 reconnaissance seaplane, anchor, and Imperial chrysanthemum crest
Serious naval historians and scale modelers choose this Aoshima Maya kit for its unparalleled historical fidelity and renewed mold quality, delivering the most accurate representation of this legendary cruiser's 1944 configuration. With slide-mold precision, comprehensive fittings, and full hull presentation, this kit transforms your collection into a stunning tribute to Imperial Japanese Navy engineering.
Product Information:
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Brand: Aoshima (AOSHIMA Bunka Kyozai)
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Scale: 1/700
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Type: Full hull model
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Ship: IJN Heavy Cruiser Maya
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Era: 1944 (post-Truk damage and anti-aircraft conversion)
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Format: Full hull (ideal for display and diorama)
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Mold Features: Renewed molds with slide mold parts
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Included Fittings: Type 89 12.7 cm twin high-angle guns, Type 96 25 mm triple machine guns, 9m cutter, 12m motor launch, 11m motor boat, Kure Type No.2 Model 5 catapult, Type 0 reconnaissance seaplane, anchor, Imperial chrysanthemum crest
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Assembly Required: Yes (glue and paint not included)
Bring the legendary Maya to your collection with this exceptional Aoshima kit, offering the perfect balance of historical accuracy and modeling excellence. Whether displayed as a standalone masterpiece or integrated into a dramatic diorama, this meticulously crafted cruiser captures the spirit of Japan's wartime naval power in stunning 1/700 scale detail.
