Fujimi 433608 IJN Battleship Haruna (1944/Battle of Leyte Gulf) 1/700

The Fujimi 433608 IJN Battleship Haruna (1944/Battle of Leyte Gulf) model in 1/700 scale is an accurate replica of one of the most famous ships of the Imperial Japanese Navy. The battleship Haruna, belonging to the Kongō-class, took an active part in World War II operations. This model presents the final configuration from 1944, when the vessel participated in the Battle of Leyte Gulf – one of the largest naval battles in history.

• Scale: 1/700
• Country of Service: Japan
• Historical period: World War II (modernization 1944)
• Historical use: Haruna was launched in 1913 and underwent intensive modernizations from the 1930s onward. During World War II, she participated in numerous Pacific operations, and at the Battle of Leyte Gulf, she served as an escort to powerful ship formations. This battle decided the fate of supremacy in the Pacific and was one of the last major actions of the Japanese battleship fleet.
• Material: High-quality plastic (polystyrene), ensuring precision of components and ease of processing
• Product category: Plastic model kit
• Add-ons: The Sea Way Model (EX) version offers an exceptionally detailed hull, artillery turret interiors, precisely reproduced anti-aircraft weapons, and a rich set of superstructures. The model can be further enhanced with photo-etched sets, although these are not included in the base kit.
• Build difficulty: 4/5 – The model is designed for advanced modellers; it requires precision and experience, especially in assembling small details and painting characteristic weapon and deck elements.
• Recommended for: The kit is recommended for enthusiasts of Japanese naval history and fans of complicated warship models. It is an ideal choice for experienced modellers wishing to add an authentic silhouette in contemporary miniature form to their collection.

Choosing the 1/700 scale battleship Haruna model from Fujimi guarantees exceptional detail and historical accuracy, making it one of the most faithfully reproduced miniatures of its kind on the modelling market. This set is perfect as a challenge for ambitious fleet builders and as a display piece in the collection of any World War II history enthusiast.