Fujimi 1/700 Ship NX-16EX-201 IJN Akizuki-class Destroyer Akizuki/Hatsuzuki (1944) Operation Shoichi-Go 2-Ship Set (with Genuine Photo-Etched Parts)

Secure two legendary Japanese destroyers in one box with Fujimi's 1/700 Akizuki and Hatsuzuki set for October 1944 Operation Sho-ichi-Go. Snap-fit assembly means no glue needed. Major colors are molded in, while photo-etched parts add fine details. A complete package for beginners and experts alike.

Key Features

• Two-ship set: Akizuki (1st ship) and Hatsuzuki (4th ship)

• October 1944 Battle off Cape Engaño configuration

• Snap-fit assembly with no adhesive required

• Full-hull and waterline options (hull separates at waterline)

• Major colors molded in; pre-cut realistic stickers for markings

• Transparent parts for bridge windows

• Genuine photo-etched parts included (railings, radars, skid beams, davits, machine guns)

• Display base with reversible smooth/rough surfaces

• Made in Japan

Why Choose This
You receive two destroyers with distinct differences accurately reproduced: Sasebo dark gray for Akizuki versus Maizuru lighter gray for Hatsuzuki. Signal station deck shapes, chimney steam discharge heights, and torpedo rail layouts differ between ships. Photo-etched railings and radar fittings replace basic plastic. Transparent bridge windows and pre-cut stickers simplify painting. Snap-fit construction removes glue hassle while maintaining historical integrity.

Product Information

• Brand: Fujimi

• Catalog number: NX-16EX-201

• Scale: 1/700

• Series: Ship NEXT

• Subjects: IJN Akizuki (1st ship) and Hatsuzuki (4th ship)

• Era: October 1944 (Operation Sho-ichi-Go / Battle off Cape Engaño)

• Assembly: Snap-fit (no glue required for main assembly)

• Hull options: Full-hull or waterline

• Molded colors: Dark gray (Sasebo) for Akizuki; lighter gray (Maizuru) for Hatsuzuki

• Decals/markings: Pre-cut realistic stickers

• Photo-etched parts: Included (Type 13/21 radars, railings, skid beams, davits, ladders, machine guns)

• Bonus runner: Small parts (25mm single machine guns, ammo boxes)

• Display base: Included (reversible, black molded color)

• Made in: Japan

• Painting: Required for full detail (optional for basic display)

Every component of this two-ship set works toward one goal: accurate 1944 destroyer representation without complicated assembly. From the transparent bridge windows to the photo-etched radar fittings, Fujimi balanced ease and authenticity. Order this set and sail two historic Akizuki-class destroyers straight onto your shelf.