Aoshima 00099 I.J.N. Aircraft Carrier Unryu 1/700 – Japanese model aircraft carrier kit

Aoshima 00099 I.J.N. Aircraft Carrier Unryu is an excellent plastic model kit in the popular 1/700 scale, replicating one of the last aircraft carriers built for the Imperial Japanese Navy during World War II. The product is a faithful miniature of the historic warship, intended for demanding modelers, naval history enthusiasts, and collectors of the Japanese fleet.

Historical Information and Background

The aircraft carrier Unryu was the first unit of the modern Unryu-class carriers of Japanese design. The ship was launched in 1943 and entered active service in December 1944. Due to Japan's difficult situation at the end of World War II, the vessel did not get a chance to play a greater role in combat operations. Built as a rapid response to the increasing losses of Japanese aircraft carriers, it was used mainly as an aircraft transport and for fleet support. Unryu ended its service in December 1944, sunk by the American submarine USS Redfish.

• Scale: 1/700
• Manufacturer: Aoshima
• User country: Japan
• Period: World War II (1939-1945)
• Material: High-quality plastic
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Set contents: Ship part sprues, assembly instructions, decals. Model does not include glue or paints.
• Additions: Detailed deck parts, superstructure, armament, and aircraft elements that provide an authentic miniature appearance.

Aoshima 00099 I.J.N. Aircraft Carrier Unryu 1/700 is a model recommended for both intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level 3/5). Accurate detail reproduction, high-quality plastic, and realistically made parts make this set an ideal choice for all enthusiasts of World War II naval history. This model will delight Japanese ship enthusiasts and those collecting fleets in 1/700 scale. Perfect for display on dioramas and in themed collections.

We recommend this product for modelers who value precision, richness of details, and the historical significance of recreated warships.