1:700 Japanese Aircraft Carrier Junyo

An injection-molded plastic kit of the aircraft carrier Junyo in 1:700 scale from Tamiya (the Waterline series). The Japanese aircraft carrier converted from an ocean liner.

Scale1:700
Manufacturer Tamiya
Product EAN8591111079464

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25.16 €
20.79 € without VAT
In stock
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The Japanese aircraft carrier Junyo 1:700 (Tamiya, Waterline)

An injection-molded plastic kit of the Japanese aircraft carrier Junyo in 1:700 scale from Tamiya, part of the Waterline series. The model captures the ship with its characteristic superstructure joining the island and the funnel and with dense anti-aircraft armament. The box contains decals and deck equipment for a period rendering.

The real subject

The Junyo was a Japanese aircraft carrier of the Hiyo class, converted from an unfinished ocean liner and completed in the middle of 1942. Because of its civilian basis it had a lower speed than purpose-built carriers, yet it became a full part of the operations of the Imperial Japanese Navy and took part in a number of battles in the Pacific, among others off Guadalcanal and the Marianas. Despite repeated damage it survived the war.

Building and painting tips

This is a waterline model, built down to the waterline and stood on a flat surface. Use a thin plastic cement and work in subassemblies. Apply a primer before painting and lay the colors on with an airbrush; paint the small anti-aircraft armament while it is still on the sprue. The flight deck will come into its own once the decals are on; photo-etched railings and fine naval weathering will complete the whole.

Who the model is for

  • Collectors of Japanese aircraft carriers in 1:700 scale
  • Fans of the naval air war in the Pacific
  • Modelers who will appreciate a classic of the Waterline series
  • Anyone interested in a less common carrier converted from a civilian liner

The model is supplied unassembled and unpainted. Glue, paints and accessories are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.

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It was a Japanese aircraft carrier of the Hiyo class converted from an unfinished ocean liner. Because of its civilian basis it had a lower speed, yet it served in a number of battles in the Pacific.

The model captures the hull only down to the waterline, so the ship looks as if it were afloat and stands on a flat surface. The lower part of the hull is not assembled.

The basic build is within reach of the less experienced; the most demanding parts are the small anti-aircraft armament and painting the flight deck. Photo-etched railings are an optional improvement.

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1:700 Japanese Aircraft Carrier Junyo

An injection-molded plastic kit of the aircraft carrier Junyo in 1:700 scale from Tamiya (the Waterline series). The Japanese aircraft carrier converted from an ocean liner.
In stock
25.16 €
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