{"product_id":"aoshima-1-700-japanese-navy-destroyer-akizuki","title":"Aoshima 1\/700 Japanese Navy Destroyer Akizuki","description":"\u003cdiv data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIAhAA\" data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eThe 1\/700 Japanese Navy Destroyer Akizuki model kit is \u003cmark data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003ea detailed plastic replica of a ship designed specifically for \u003cstrong data-complete=\"true\"\u003eanti-aircraft defense of carrier task forces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/mark\u003e. It features powerful, long 10cm high-angle guns as its primary armament. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sae=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sae=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Kit Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBBAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBBAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eModel kits for the \u003cem data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eAkizuki\u003c\/em\u003e are available from several manufacturers, including Aoshima, Fujimi, and Pit-Road, often as part of the \"Water Line\" or \"Full Hull\" series. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAEIBhAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-complete=\"true\"\u003eScale\u003c\/strong\u003e: This is a 1:700 scale model, which is a common and manageable size for ship collectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAEIBhAB\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-complete=\"true\"\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e: The \u003cem data-complete=\"true\"\u003eAkizuki\u003c\/em\u003e was the lead ship of her class, commissioned in 1942, and was noted for successfully shooting down a B-17 bomber. It was active in campaigns around the Philippines and Guadalcanal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAEIBhAC\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-complete=\"true\"\u003eKey Armament\u003c\/strong\u003e: The model highlights the ship's distinctive anti-aircraft capabilities, featuring:\n\u003cul data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAEIBhAD\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003eFour twin \u003cstrong data-complete=\"true\"\u003e10cm high-angle guns\u003c\/strong\u003e in specialized turrets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAEIBhAE\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003eVarious anti-aircraft machine guns (often 25mm twin machine guns).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAEIBhAF\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003eQuadruple torpedo tubes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAEIBhAG\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003eDepth charge launchers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAEIBhAH\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-complete=\"true\"\u003eDetailed Parts\u003c\/strong\u003e: Modern releases from Aoshima and Fujimi feature renewed outfitting parts using advanced slide-molding technology for high precision and detail. Some kits also come with optional photo-etched parts for enhanced realism on details like handrails.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAEIBhAI\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-complete=\"true\"\u003eDisplay Options\u003c\/strong\u003e: Kits typically allow modelers to build either a \u003cstrong data-complete=\"true\"\u003efull-hull version\u003c\/strong\u003e (showing the entire ship with a display stand) or a \u003cstrong data-complete=\"true\"\u003ewaterline version\u003c\/strong\u003e (showing the ship from the waterline up, suitable for diorama settings).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAEIBhAJ\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-complete=\"true\"\u003eAssembly and Painting\u003c\/strong\u003e: As with most scale models, this kit requires assembly with plastic glue and painting to achieve the final appearance. Tools and paint are sold separately. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"AOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Hobbyco","offer_id":40426982965449,"sku":"10043745","price":29.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/9803\/5810\/files\/4f90bcc0f8a9498792f454f7e175f10f.png?v=1773790208","url":"https:\/\/www.jbhifi.com.au\/products\/aoshima-1-700-japanese-navy-destroyer-akizuki","provider":"JB Hi-Fi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}