1/700 IJN Battleship Yamato (NX-1) by Fujimi delivers a detailed and accurate scale model experience for hobbyists and naval history enthusiasts.
Featuring:
- Highly detailed parts: Captures the iconic features of the Yamato with precision
- Waterline hull design: Perfect for realistic diorama displays
- Clear assembly instructions: Makes building straightforward and enjoyable
Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Length: 37.4 cm
- Width: 5.5 cm
- Height: 8.5 cm
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: 1/700
- Manufacturer: Fujimi
- Model: IJN Battleship Yamato (NX-1)
- Parts count: 300+
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic
- Assembly: Required
- Paint/Glue: Required (not included)
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Hull Type: Waterline
- Display Stand: Yes
Perfect for: Model kit collectors, naval history fans, hobby modellers, and anyone looking to add a legendary battleship to their scale model fleet
Why this kit matters
The IJN Yamato was the lead ship of her class and remains one of the largest and most powerful battleships ever constructed. Commissioned by the Imperial Japanese Navy during World War II, Yamato was designed to counter the numerically superior US Navy by relying on her massive 46 cm main guns and heavy armour. She symbolised Japan’s naval ambition and engineering prowess during the early 1940s.
Yamato’s operational history was marked by her participation in key Pacific battles, including the Battle of Leyte Gulf. Her final mission, Operation Ten-Go, ended with her sinking in April 1945. Today, Yamato stands as a symbol of naval engineering and is a popular subject for scale model enthusiasts worldwide.
How to use it
Build using paint and glue. Display proudly once finished, at home or in your collection cabinet.
This is a plastic model kit. Assembly, paint, and glue are required. It is not a toy.