Fujimi 432991 Osaka Shosen Argentina maru / Brasil maru 1/700 – plastic ship model kit

For modelers seeking unique vessels from maritime history, we recommend the Fujimi 432991 Osaka Shosen Argentina maru / Brasil maru 1/700 scale kit. This is a realistic miniature of the iconic passenger ships owned by the Japanese Osaka Shosen Kaisha (OSK) line, which made their mark in World War II both as luxury liners and as military transports.

Historical accuracy and collector appeal

The models replicate the appearance of the Argentina Maru (launched in 1938) and Brasil Maru (launched in 1939). Initially, these were luxury passenger liners serving long-distance routes between Japan and South America. During World War II, the vessels were requisitioned by the Imperial Japanese Navy and converted into troop transports, but their fate was tragic—both were sunk in the spring of 1944 during Allied torpedo attacks.

• Scale: 1/700 – ideal for collections of both military and civilian ship models
• Country of origin: Japan
• Period in service: World War II (1938-1944)
• Category: plastic model kit
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Glue and paints are not included in the set
• Option to build one of two ship variants – Argentina Maru or Brasil Maru
• Rich deck and superstructure detailing, realistic reproduction of fine elements

Why choose this model?

The Fujimi 432991 kit is suitable for both maritime history enthusiasts and advanced modelers. Precise details, historical accuracy, and the option to choose a variant make the build even more attractive. We especially recommend this model to collectors of 1/700 scale ships and hobbyists specializing in World War II-era vessels.
Difficulty level: 3/5 – recommended for intermediate modelers. Building the kit is satisfying both for its historical value and the quality of detail.
This model is also an excellent starting point for further enhancement – for example, by adding photo-etched parts or hand-painting the crew figures and deck accessories.