Fujimi 431796 IJN Heavy Cruiser Maya 1944 w/Cut Mask Seal 1/700 – plastic model kit of a heavy cruiser

The Fujimi 431796 IJN Heavy Cruiser Maya 1944 w/Cut Mask Seal 1/700 model is a precisely manufactured plastic scale model kit, intended for advanced and intermediate modelers who are passionate about naval history. In 1/700 scale, you will find a faithfully recreated replica of the Japanese heavy cruiser “Maya” from 1944, offered as a special edition complete with a precisely cut painting mask (Cut Mask Seal).

Historical background of the Maya ship

The heavy cruiser “Maya” belonged to the Takao class, a famous series of Japanese vessels built in the late 1920s and early 1930s. She entered service in 1932 and took part in many key naval operations during World War II. In 1944, during the Battle of Leyte, Maya fell victim to an American torpedo attack. The model depicts the cruiser after wartime modernization, equipped with enhanced anti-aircraft artillery systems and additional radar. The vessel’s service period was during World War II, where she served in the Imperial Japanese Navy.

• Scale: 1/700
• Country: Japan (Imperial Japanese Navy)
• Historical period: World War II (1932–1944)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Cut painting mask included for precise masking
• Glue and paints are not included
• An ideal base for upgrading – possibility of enhancing with photo-etched parts or metal gun barrels
• Highly detailed printed and molded parts, even in such a small scale

Category: Plastic model kit – warships 1/700.

Product recommendation

Fujimi 431796 IJN Heavy Cruiser Maya 1944 is an excellent choice for intermediate and advanced modelers passionate about naval themes and the history of combat in the Pacific. The quality of Fujimi’s molds provides highly detailed hulls, superstructures, and armament; the included cut mask helps achieve a professional painting effect even in the demanding 1/700 scale. The model allows you to build a replica of the famous cruiser with attention to historical details. Recommended build difficulty: 4/5 – perfect for anyone looking to create dioramas or build a collection of the Imperial Japanese Navy warships from World War II.