{"product_id":"42918-fujimi-460505-ijn-battleship-kongo-1700","title":"Fujimi 460505 IJN Battleship Congo 1\/700","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eFujimi 460505 IJN Battleship Kongo 1\/700 – plastic ship model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eFujimi 460505 IJN Battleship Kongo 1\/700\u003c\/strong\u003e is a precisely crafted plastic model kit representing the Japanese Kongo-class battleship from World War II. This model is an excellent choice for both intermediate and experienced modellers seeking a challenge in 1\/700 scale, allowing for the recreation of the finest details while maintaining a convenient size.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eModel Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/700\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCountry: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEra: World War II (in service from 1913, extensively modernized between 1929–1940, sunk in 1944)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCategory: plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eKit contents: plastic assembly parts, detailed instructions, decals\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGlue and paints not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistory of the Battleship Kongo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The battleship \u003cstrong\u003eKongo\u003c\/strong\u003e belonged to a class of four Kongo-type ships, which were the first Japanese battleships built according to the modern \"battlecruiser\" concept. The ship was designed by British engineers and built in 1913 for the \u003cstrong\u003eImperial Japanese Navy (IJN)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Kongo was extensively modernized in the interwar period, and during World War II, it played a key role as a fast battleship escorting aircraft carriers and participated in battles in the Pacific, including near the Solomon Islands and the Philippines. It was sunk in 1944 after being hit by a torpedo from an American submarine.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eAdvantages of the Fujimi Model\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExceptionally accurate reproduction of the hull, superstructures, and armament\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHigh level of detail in small components, such as radars, lifeboats, or anti-aircraft guns\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePossibility for individual paintwork thanks to detailed decals\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePopular 1\/700 scale – ideal for fleet building and collecting ship models\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCan be upgraded with photo-etched parts like railings or a wooden deck (optional, sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eFujimi 460505 IJN Battleship Kongo 1\/700\u003c\/strong\u003e model is recommended for modellers aged 14 and above with some experience in ship model kits. We rate the assembly difficulty level as \u003cstrong\u003e3 out of 5\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is perfect for naval history and World War II enthusiasts as well as collectors of 1\/700 scale models.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    This kit guarantees many hours of rewarding work on the model, and once completed – a unique display piece for any warship model collection.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fujimi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54722578743630,"sku":"FUJ460505","price":41.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/5afb50756dc2f5a9c3d481b977c08cd7.jpg?v=1755541028","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.fr\/en\/products\/42918-fujimi-460505-ijn-battleship-kongo-1700","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}