Taiho was unusual for a Japanese carrier when she first launched on April 7, 1943, as she was the first of the Imperial Japanese Navy’s flattops to feature an armored flight deck. Previous decks were made of wooden planks, which saved weight and made for a more-stable design.
- 1:700 scale plastic model kit (not assembled)
- Select from wooden or latex-coated type decks
- The bridge is slide-molded for maximum detail
- The 10cm 65-caliber interlocking high-angle cannon is specially designed
- The elevator is a separate part and can be built as ascending/descending
- Aircraft are also included
- Waterline model
This kit is a detailed scale model for hobbyists. Glue and paint sold separately. Contains small parts. Actual product may vary slightly from the pictures shown.
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Fujimi 1:700 IJN Taiho Carrier