This is a 1/350 scale plastic assembly kit of the Japanese Heavy Cruiser Chikuma.
Length: 576mm, Beam: 71mm. The sharp form of the ship has been accurately reproduced.
Model depicts the Chikuma in early-war form, prior to being refitted with additional equipment.
Differences from the Tone such as the signal lights and rangefinder antennas are faithfully depicted.
The ship"s hull separates into port and starboard parts and one-piece lower hull helps to produce the form of the beautiful bow.
The turrets feature precision-molded panel lines and radiator slits.
Parts such as masts and antennas are made from strong ABS plastic parts.
Bridge windows and searchlight lenses are reproduced with clear plastic parts.
Metal parts depict anchor chains and propeller shafts.
Nakajima E8N and Kawanishi E7K floatplanes can be set on the deck. Display stands for depicting aircraft in flight are included.
Full hull model display stand included.