Hasegawa QG65 (72165) Aircraft Carrier Junyo Detail Up Photo Etched Parts Super 1/350 – Enhancement Set for Aircraft Carrier Model

The Hasegawa QG65 (72165) Aircraft Carrier Junyo Detail Up Photo Etched Parts Super 1/350 set is an advanced package of photo-etched parts designed for highly detailed enhancement of the IJN Junyo aircraft carrier plastic model in 1/350 scale. Produced by the renowned Hasegawa company, this set is dedicated to modelers who demand the highest precision in historical and technical details.

History of the Junyo Ship

The IJN Junyo was an aircraft carrier of the Imperial Japanese Navy, commissioned during World War II. The vessel was converted from a passenger ship hull and played a key role in Pacific battles, including the Aleutian campaign and the Battle of the Marianas. Junyo was in service from 1942 to 1944, until it suffered heavy damage due to Allied air raids.

Set Specification

• Scale: 1/350 – ideal for faithfully reproducing all ship details
• Country of original user: Japan
• Historical period: World War II
• Material: precisely cut photo-etched metal sheets, allowing for the creation of ultra-thin, realistic components.
• Product category: Professional photo-etched detail accessory set for modelers
• Contents: gun platforms, railings, ladders, radar components, antennas, catwalks, railings, detailed crane and deck equipment accessories.
• The set does not include the plastic ship model – intended for use with the Hasegawa 1/350 IJN Junyo model.

Why choose this product?

The Hasegawa QG65 Detail Up Super is an excellent choice for advanced modelers wishing to elevate their Junyo aircraft carrier to a truly museum-quality level of realism. The set is impressive in its detailed elements, which far surpass standard kit parts, allowing you to recreate the intricate architecture of decks, armament, and superstructures. The photo-etched enhancements add realistic railings, ladders, and equipment to the model—details difficult to fabricate by hand.

Difficulty Level and Recommendation

This set is recommended for experienced modelers and naval enthusiasts—it requires precise assembly skills and experience working with delicate photo-etched components. Assembly difficulty: 5/5. This product is especially suited for collectors of World War II ships who strive for historical accuracy and an exceptional level of detail in their 1/350 scale model.