Fujimi 600277 IJN Aircraft Carrier Hiryu w/Navalised Aircraft 36 planes 1/350 – Japanese Aircraft Carrier with Aircraft, Plastic Model Kit

The presented Fujimi 600277 model is a faithfully reproduced plastic model kit depicting the Japanese aircraft carrier IJN Hiryu (飛龍), available in the renowned 1/350 scale. The set is manufactured by the esteemed brand Fujimi, known for its high quality and attention to detail. The IJN Hiryu was one of the most famous aircraft carriers of the Imperial Japanese Navy, playing a key role during World War II.

Hiryu (which translates as “Flying Dragon”) entered service in 1939 and took part in operations such as the attack on Pearl Harbor and the Battle of Midway, during which it was sunk in June 1942. It was a highly advanced vessel, with a total length of 227 meters, and could station 57 aircraft on its deck. The operational period of the ship coincided with World War II, and its fate and dramatic end made it a legend of the Japanese fleet.

The Fujimi 600277 model offers:

• Precisely replicated hull, superstructures, and flight deck, maintaining faithful historical details.
• 36 detailed miniature models of Japanese naval aircraft – perfect for creating a realistic carrier deck.
• High-quality plastic, ensuring ease of processing, part fitting, and durability of the assembled ship.
• The set does not include glue or paints – allowing the modeller to select their preferred line of acrylics or enamels.
• Realistic deck details, elevators, deck armament, and richly rendered superstructures, which enhance the model’s collectible value.

Product category: plastic model kit. The model is intended for both advanced modellers and ambitious intermediate hobbyists due to the complexity of the build and the large number of parts. We recommend it to naval history enthusiasts, 1/350 scale model collectors, and all ship modelling fans who wish to enrich their collection with symbolic WWII units.

Build difficulty level: 4/5 – the model requires precision and some experience, especially when assembling small parts and aircraft.

By choosing the Fujimi 600277 IJN Aircraft Carrier Hiryu model, you are guaranteed an extremely satisfying hands-on experience and an impressive ship model that will delight any military or naval history enthusiast.