Border Model 1/350 IJN Battleship Kongo 1944

This Border Model kit represents the famous Imperial Japanese Navy battleship IJN Kongo – the lead ship of her class and one of Japan’s most iconic warships of World War II. Originally built in Britain by Vickers and later modernized in Japan, Kongo was transformed from a battlecruiser into a fast battleship. She took part in numerous Pacific campaigns, including the battles of Guadalcanal, Leyte Gulf, and the Philippines, before being sunk by the U.S. submarine USS Sealion in 1944.

The kit includes a finely molded full hull and detailed deck with accurate wooden plank texture, superstructures, masts, and gun turrets. It comes with photo-etched parts for railings, ladders, radars, and other small fittings. Armament includes the 356 mm main guns, secondary batteries, and anti-aircraft weapons. Builders can choose between full-hull or display stand versions for presentation.

Contents

• Detailed hull and deck sections
• Main 356 mm gun turrets and secondary artillery
• Anti-aircraft weapon systems and rangefinders
• Observation aircraft, catapult, and small boats
• Photo-etched parts for fine details
• Decals for Imperial Japanese Navy markings
• Color assembly and painting guide

Specification

• Scale: 1:350
• Model length: approx. 72 cm
• Manufacturer: Border Model
• Difficulty level: advanced