Hasegawa 49220 - 1/700 Akagi Three-Deck Japanese Aircraft Carrier Model Kit - Detailed Naval Scale Kit  [HA-49220]

Hasegawa 1/700 Akagi - Three-Deck Carrier Scale Kit

This Hasegawa 1/700 kit portrays the Akagi Three Flight Deck Japanese Aircraft Carrier with a focus on its distinctive three-deck arrangement. The Akagi saw action in key early Pacific engagements and is notable for its design. The kit delivers finely moulded parts to recreate the carrier's profile at a compact 1/700 scale.

Historical Context and Model Value

The Akagi served as a flagship component of the Kido Butai and contributed to major operations in the early 1940s. This model by Hasegawa provides a hands-on way to examine historical carrier architecture and understand the design choices of the era.

Construction Advice for a Sharp Finish

Careful trimming, test-fitting and painting will produce the best results. The kit benefits from thin paint layers and careful masking of the flight decks. Modelers should take time with rigging and small fittings to achieve a convincing scale appearance.