Hasegawa QG40 (72140) Japanese Navy Ship-Borne Seaplane Set A 1/350

Hasegawa QG40 (72140) Japanese Navy Ship-Borne Seaplane Set A in 1/350 scale is an exceptional modeling kit dedicated to enthusiasts building Japanese Navy warships from World War II. The set contains miniature replicas of aircraft used on the decks of Japanese battleships, cruisers, and aircraft carriers, adding realism and historical accuracy to any maritime diorama.

• Set components: 4 E13A "Jake" models, 3 F1M "Pete" models, 3 E8N "Dave" models, and 3 launch catapults.
• Scale: 1/350 – perfect for complementing ship models in the same scale.
• Country of use: Japan.
• Historical period: World War II (1939-1945).
• Material: High-quality plastic – detailed sprues allowing realistic reproduction of the original designs in miniature scale.
• Product category: Plastic model kit – accessories for warships.
• Extras: The set includes plastic catapults allowing you to place the aircraft in dynamic take-off scenes from ship decks.
• Brief historical overview: The E13A, F1M, and E8N aircraft were key units of the Imperial Japanese Navy’s carrier-based aviation, fulfilling reconnaissance, observation, and naval artillery spotting tasks. These machines participated in most major operations of the Japanese fleet in the Pacific. The catapults enabled their quick launch without the need for runways.
• Recommendation: The set is recommended for both beginner and advanced warship modelers who wish to enrich their replicas with authentic period aircraft details.
• Difficulty level: 2/5 – an easy-to-assemble set, requiring only basic modeling skills.

Hasegawa QG40 Japanese Navy Ship-Borne Seaplane Set A 1/350 is an excellent choice for modelers passionate about maritime history and World War II. It allows for faithful recreation of authentic scenes from the life of Japanese warships and maritime diorama models. The highest quality sprues and precision of details ensure satisfaction from the building process and an impressive final result.