Aoshima 05132 Light Cruiser Kitakami Kaiten Carrier 1/700 scale is an advanced plastic model kit representing one of the most unconventional vessels of the Imperial Japanese Navy from the Second World War. Kitakami, originally built as a Kuma-class light cruiser, was converted in 1944 into a carrier ship for the Kaiten manned suicide torpedoes. With this model, you have the chance to faithfully recreate a ship that symbolizes the desperate maritime innovations at the end of the war in the Pacific.

• Scale: 1/700 – a model measuring several centimeters in length, ideal for collecting and display, maintaining impressive detail accuracy.
• Country of service: Japan, Second World War period (1944–1945).
• Material: high-quality plastic – the model provides sharp details and is easy to work with, perfect for precise replication of small elements such as Kaiten platforms and torpedo armament.
• Set includes:
  • Detailed hull and superstructures, taking into account the ship’s historical components.
  • Precisely crafted miniature Kaiten submarines, which can be mounted on dedicated transport decks.
  • Authentic details of armament and torpedo launchers, characteristic of the converted cruiser version.
  • Decal sheet with original markings and symbols of the Imperial Japanese Navy.
  • Display stand for elegant presentation of the finished model.
  • Painting and assembly instructions with historical camouflage and color schemes.
• Category: Plastic ship model kit
• Assembly difficulty level: 4/5 – recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers due to the number of precise details and small parts.
• Recommendation: This model is an excellent choice for naval enthusiasts and fans of twentieth-century military history. It allows you to recreate the authentic silhouette of the Kitakami cruiser in its unique Kaiten Carrier configuration, expanding your collection with a truly unique Japanese warship.

The Aoshima 05132 Kitakami Kaiten Carrier 1/700 model stands out for its high quality and attention to historical nuances. It’s a proposition for modelers seeking ambitious challenges and authentic ship replicas that combine educational and collectible value.