Aoshima elevates its renowned Waterline series with a meticulously updated rendition of the Japanese Navy Aircraft Carrier Unyo, originally the passenger ship Yawata Maru. This kit captures the vessel's unique silhouette following its conversion to an auxiliary carrier, highlighting its critical logistics role. Advanced slide mold technology delivers sharply defined details across the hull and fittings, offering modelers an authentic building session from the very first piece.
Key Features
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Faithful 1/700 scale representation of the converted aircraft carrier Unyo.
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Waterline design for seamless integration into seascape dioramas.
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Newly tooled components utilizing advanced slide molds for crisp detail.
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Redesigned fittings including the Type 96 triple machine gun and Type 13 radar.
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Straightforward parts layout ensures accessible assembly for all skill levels.
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Includes Japanese Navy carrier-based aircraft to populate the flight deck.
Why Choose This
Modelers focused on the Pacific Theater's logistical backbone will find this subject particularly compelling. The carrier Unyo, born from a merchant vessel, represents the Imperial Japanese Navy's strategic adaptations, a story waiting to be told on your workbench. Aoshima's retooled parts guarantee that the anti-aircraft batteries and radar arrays are rendered with current standards of accuracy. You receive a historically significant subject combined with engineering that prioritizes a smooth, enjoyable construction process.
Product Information
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Manufacturer: AOSHIMA
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Scale: 1/700
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Series: Waterline No.209
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Model Type: Static Display Kit
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Vessel: Japanese Navy Aircraft Carrier Unyo (Ramodel)
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Included Components: Precision molded sprues, decals, comprehensive instructions
Add this distinctive auxiliary carrier to your fleet and explore a different facet of naval history. The combination of refined detailing and logical assembly allows you to focus on the story behind the ship. Order now to secure this renewed Waterline kit and begin constructing a piece of maritime history.
