Fujimi TOKU - 002 EX-1 1/700 IJN Battleship Kongo 1944 Sho Ichigo Operation [Plus Edition]

This 1/700 scale detail-enhanced edition adds precision fittings to the standard kit, with clear-moulded seaplane and searchlight parts for improved realism. It reproduces Kongo from Operation Sho-Ichi-Go in October 1944 through her final configuration.

Kit Features:
- Late-war configuration with Type 21 and Type 22 radar on the bridge and Type 13 radar on the rear mast
- Additional anti-aircraft gun positions on No.2 and No.3 main turrets
- Enlarged air defence command post and reinforced 25mm anti-aircraft armament
- Some secondary guns removed and 2 additional 12.7cm twin anti-aircraft guns fitted
- One-piece hull with closed late-war portholes
- One-piece upper deck with finely moulded wooden planking
- Separate linoleum-covered aviation working deck with Kongo-specific details
- Detailed two-piece funnels with open funnel caps
- Kongo/Hiei-specific main turrets with open gun muzzles
- Includes detailed two-piece 25mm twin anti-aircraft guns and bridge binoculars
- Includes Type 13, Type 21 and Type 22 radar, with an optional extended Type 22 configuration
- Includes detailed 9m cutter, 12m motor boat, 12m motor launch, and cradles with parts separated for easier painting
- Includes chrysanthemum crest and navigation lights
- Includes 3 seaplanes, including 1 clear-moulded aircraft
- Clear-moulded searchlight parts
- Decals include naval ensign, aircraft markings, stern ship name, and draught markings

Set Includes:
- 17 sprues
- 2 assembly instruction sheets
- 2 decal sheets

** This is an unpainted model kit requiring assembly and painting. Glue, paints, tools, and other modelling supplies are required and sold separately.