Tamiya 31003 - 1/700 Scale JMSDF LST-4001 Ohsumi Naval Model Kit  [31003]

Introducing the Tamiya 1/700 scale Ohsumi model

The Tamiya 1/700 scale kit of the JMSDF Defense Ship LST-4001 Ohsumi renders the ship in a tidy scale that highlights its structure and deck arrangement. It is a popular choice for hobbyists who display naval collections or work on dioramas.

Background on the Ohsumi ship

Entered into service in 1998, the Ohsumi provides a large vehicle deck and cargo space for amphibious and logistical missions. Its carrying capacity includes about ten to twenty tanks and in the region of forty large vehicles, and it supports helicopter operations for both military and relief roles.

What the kit offers model builders

The kit reproduces key elements such as hull form and the vehicle deck layout. The LCAC bay and deck details are modelled to allow accurate representation of on-deck operations, and builders can choose levels of additional weathering and rigging.