Hasegawa WL345 Japanese Navy Cruiser Furutaka is a precise plastic model kit in the popular 1:700 scale, representing the Japanese heavy cruiser Furutaka. This set is dedicated to modelers passionate about maritime subjects, particularly the history of the Japanese fleet during World War II. The model is made from high-quality plastic, ensuring precise reproduction of details and ease of assembly and painting.

Historical Information

Furutaka was the first heavy cruiser built for the Imperial Japanese Navy, serving as the lead ship of her class. Launched in 1925, she participated in numerous operations in the Pacific during World War II, including the Battle of Savo Island and the Guadalcanal campaign, where she was sunk in 1942. The Furutaka cruiser featured armament and armor that were modern for its time, and her silhouette became one of the symbols of Japanese naval power in the 1930s and 1940s.

• Model scale: 1:700 – provides excellent detail reproduction even at the model's small final dimensions.
• Country of origin of the original: Japan.
• Period of use: interwar period and World War II (from the 1920s to 1942).
• Model material: high-quality plastic, which makes assembly and custom modifications easier.
• Contents of the set: sprues with elements to cut out and a detailed assembly manual (glue and paints not included).
• Product category: plastic model kit for assembly.
• Faithful reproduction of the actual ship, including deck armament, superstructures, and characteristic fittings of the Furutaka cruiser after its 1930s reconstruction.

Recommended for whom?

The Hasegawa WL345 Japanese Navy Cruiser Furutaka model is especially recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level 3/5) interested in maritime topics and the history of naval operations in World War II. The model allows for building a realistic replica of the ship, ideal for 1:700 scale dioramas or collections. Thanks to its detail and quality, the kit will also satisfy demanding collectors and enthusiasts of Japanese naval history.