Eduard 17010 Akagi HASEGAWA 1/700 Photo-Etched Set

Eduard 17010 Akagi HASEGAWA 1/700 is an advanced photo-etched detail set designed for the Hasegawa plastic model of the Japanese aircraft carrier Akagi in 1/700 scale. This set was created for modelers seeking the highest level of realism and detail in building this famous World War II warship.

Akagi Warship – History and Application

The Japanese aircraft carrier Akagi entered service with the Imperial Japanese Navy in 1927. Rebuilt in the 1930s, it became one of the cornerstones of Japanese carrier aviation. Akagi played an active role in the early phase of World War II in the Pacific, including the attack on Pearl Harbor (December 1941) and the Battle of Midway (June 1942), where it was sunk. Akagi is one of the most important aircraft carriers in the history of the Japanese Navy.

• Scale: 1/700
• Country of Use: Japan – Imperial Navy
• Historical Period: World War II
• Use: Armed aircraft carrier; major Pacific operations
• Material: Photo-etched metal (brass), ensuring the highest sharpness and thinness of details
• Compatibility: Hasegawa Akagi 1/700 model
• Category: Model accessories; photo-etched set for plastic model
• Set includes: Railing, ladder, platform, radar elements, deck details, and other parts super-detailing the appearance of the ship
• No plastic model included – this product is detail extension only
• Manufacturer: Eduard

Why Choose Eduard 17010?

This photo-etched set from Eduard is dedicated to intermediate and advanced modelers for whom historical authenticity and a final effect far beyond the standard out-of-box build are priorities. It allows you to reproduce complex structures and details with unprecedented precision, making the finished model much more realistic.

• Recommended for: Intermediate and advanced modelers; enthusiasts of naval subjects and World War II dioramas
• Assembly difficulty level: 4/5 (caution and experience with photo-etched parts required)

Eduard 17010 Akagi is an essential choice for anyone who wants to turn their Hasegawa Akagi 1/700 model into a faithful miniature of a Japanese fleet legend, enjoying precision and the highest level of finish.