1/700 IJN Fast Battleship Haruna 1944 (Sho Ichigo Op.) (TOKU-76) Plastic Model Kit by Fujimi delivers a finely detailed scale-model battleship for serious ship modelling and display collections. Featuring:
- Historical configuration: Depicts the Haruna as she appeared during Operation Sho-Ichigo in 1944 with upgraded anti-aircraft armament and accurate fittings.
- 1/700 scale size for display shelf: Compact enough to fit on a shelf yet detailed enough to impress.
- Full-hull or waterline option: Allows choice of modelling style (building the full hull or a waterline version) for flexibility in display.
Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Length: ~31.7 cm (317 mm)
- Width (Beam): ~4.4 cm (44 mm)
- Height: ~5.0 cm (50 mm)
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: 1:700
- Manufacturer: Fujimi
- Model: IJN Fast Battleship Haruna 1944 (Sho Ichigo Op.) (TOKU-76) Plastic Model Kit
- Parts count: (not officially published) — high detail kit typical of the “Toku” series
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic
- Assembly: Required
- Paint/Glue: Required (not included) — modelling glue, paints and tools will be needed
- Recommended Age: 15+ (or experienced model builders)
- Hull Type: Full Hull (though waterline option may be possible)
Perfect for: Ship-modelling enthusiasts, WW2 naval history fans, diorama builders and display-case collectors.
Why this kit matters
The Haruna was one of the third Kongo-class fast battleships of the Imperial Japanese Navy, commissioned in 1915 and later modernised for World War II service. She took part in major naval engagements in 1944, including the Philippine Sea and Leyte Gulf.
This kit captures that late-war configuration, giving model builders a chance to recreate a historically significant vessel. Its size at 1/700 scale offers a manageable build with impressive visual presence, making it a standout both for display and modelling skill-development.
How to use it
Begin by trimming sprue parts and cleaning any mould lines. Use plastic cement to assemble hull, deck and superstructure. Paint hull and deck surfaces with ship-appropriate colours, then build turrets, aircraft and smaller fittings. Apply decals and finish with clear coat or weathering as desired. Once complete, mount on a shelf or in a display cabinet for full effect.
This is a plastic model kit. Assembly, paint, and glue are required. It is not a toy.