Witness the Kongo as she stood at the start of the Pacific War. This 1/700 waterline kit captures Japan's fast battleship in her 1941 configuration. A special mold reproduction features the brave opening-of-war appearance, with box art painted by Takashi Takaniwa. A detailed build for serious naval enthusiasts.
Key Features
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1/700 scale waterline plastic model kit
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IJN Battleship Kongo (1941 configuration)
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Opening of the Pacific War appearance reproduced
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Special mold for enhanced accuracy
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Common parts: hull bottom, basic weapons
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Box art by Takashi Takaniwa
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Assembly and painting required
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Adhesives, tools, paint not included
Why Choose This
You secure a Special Series kit that incorporates the latest historical information available. The mold details aim for 1/350 scale realism compressed into 1/700. While assembly takes time, the finished precision rewards patient builders. A must for Imperial Japanese Navy collectors and those wanting a historically accurate Kongo from the war's first months.
Product Information
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Manufacturer: Fujimi
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Series: Special Series No. 83
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Scale: 1/700
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Ship: IJN Battleship Kongo
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Year represented: 1941 (start of Pacific War)
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Model type: Waterline (full hull bottom included)
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Assembly: Required (glue, paint, tools sold separately)
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Box art: Takashi Takaniwa
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Detail level: Fine moldings approaching 1/350 standards
Build this Kongo and display her alongside Pearl Harbor-era fleet mates. The 1941 configuration predates her later anti-aircraft upgrades. A challenging yet gratifying project for warship modelers.
