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The Flagship of the Japanese forces The Japanese battleship Yamato was laid down in November 1937 and commissioned in December 1941, giving notice to the world of the level of Japanese ship-building technology. A truly massive ship, it had a waterline length of 256m, a beam of 38.9m, a displacement of around 70,000 tons and nine 46cm guns which had a maximum range of 41km and were capable of piercing 43cm of armor from 30km away. Her armor, meanwhile, weighed in at an staggering 21,000 tons. The hull of the ship had been kept as short as was possible, with defensive considerations meaning the bridge, gun turrets and mechanical sections concentrated in the center of the vessel. Beneath the waterline, she employed a bulbous bow that protruded 3 meters and contributed to increased wavemaking resistance. She featured in actions including the Battle of Leyte Gulf and the Battle of Midway. On April 7th 1945 she came under attack from over three hundred U.S. aircraft while on the way to Okinawa, sinking to the bottom of the ocean. Features This is a plastic model assembly kit of the Japanese battleship Yamato.Scale: 1/350, Length: 751.5mm, Width: 110mm. Detailed one-piece molded hull includes accurate recreations of the famous bulbous bow. Bridge, funnel and other parts concentrated in the center of the ship are faithfully replicated, giving the model a highly realistic feel. Details such as the sonar and main masts are depicted using precise engraving. Triple 45-caliber 46cm gun turrets feature waterproof covers and are attached individually to the deck. Other armaments including triple 60-caliber 15.5cm guns, twin 40-caliber 12.7cm guns, 25mm cannon mounts and more are recreated in detail. Gun turrets, 15m rangefinders and stern crane are movable after completion. Stern also features machine gun mounts. Includes four reconnaissance floatplanes. Features a stand which can be easily attached by screws to separately-sold 1/350 scale display case.

This is a plastic model assembly kit recreating the car which was victorious in three of the six races in the 1995 All Japan Grand Touring Car Championship.  Features From the distinctive front spoiler and large rear wing to the complex suspension and roll cage-fitted interior, the car form is captured in style. Comes with clear undertray component to allow inspection of the detail on the belly of the car. Markings are included to recreate the No.33 or 35 car.

Offering a double gearbox perfect for use in amateur robot contests, this gearbox is suitable for use with remote controlled robots. Choice of 4 gear ratios, offers emphasis on speed or power to suit your needs. Left/right independent design means you can set different gear ratios for either side. Choice of following gear ratio: 12.7: 1, 38.2:1, 114.7:1, 344.2:1. Includes motor cover and crank arm. Case and gear made from durable plastic. Includes FA-130 type motor.

Simulating Zimmerit on military models using putty enhances the model"s presence but at the same time it requires advanced skills and is time consuming. This sticker sheet enables easy reproduction of Zimmerit on Item 32575 1/48 scale German Tiger I Late Production. By simply applying the stickers on the model and painting, a realistic Zimmerit effect can be achieved. To be used in conjunction with 1/48 German Tiger I Late Production (32575).This coating sheet can be used to recreate Zimmerit on the 1/48 scale German Tiger I Late Production. Simply cut out and stick onto your model to add a whole extra dimension of realism!

Desmosedici is a compound word made from the Italian for sixteen, "sedici" and the name of Ducati's trademark desmodromic valve design. The DOHC 16 V4 engine is composed of two 90 degree L twin components held together in a tubular steel truss-frame, with swing arm and rear shock pivots directly attached to engine in a truly original fashion. The sleek and powerful bike was piloted in its debut 2003 MotoGP season by L. Capirossi, former 125 and 250cc class title holder, and World Superbike Champion T. Bayliss. The GP4 really showed its stuff during its 2003 debut season, taking 3rd place at Suzuka and winning 1st at Catalunya. Maintaining the same basic structure in 2004, Ducati brushed up everything from the engine to the body to make an even higher performance superbike. While the Desmosedici GP4 had a difficult first half of the season, it began to show results towards the end, with L. Capirossi winning 3rd place in round 15. T. Bayliss also took 3rd in the final round, ending Ducati's season on a high-note, and promising further excitement still to come!

Do you have to strain your eyes when you are working on that fine detailing? Do you always have a messy work area and need more space to work with? Do you want a compact workbench that can be easily carried anywhere you go? If you answered yes to any of these questions, Tamiya has the perfect product for you, the Tamiya Work Stand W/Magnifying Lens! Featuring a large acrylic magnifying lens with 2X magnification, you will be seeing all that small detailing so much clearer, making it easy to work long hours on your favorite model. To make sure you always have perfect lighting in the place where you need it most, 6 white LED lamps are installed just behind the magnifying lens.  Powered by 4 F20/D/UM1 batteries you will have more than 150 hours of perfect white light. The lens and light are mounted on a handy adjustable arm which is connected to the work base, a work space specially designed for Tamiya modelers. Some of the handy functions featured include a frame on the base designed to perfectly fit Tamiya's A4 size Cutting Mat, 5 clip holders on both left and right sides, a decal tray to be filled with water and used when applying decals, a back board to prevent parts from flying off when cutting away from sprues, 4 bottle holders that are specially designed to fit Tamiya cement, acrylic paint and enamel paint bottles, 3 paint brush holders and a handy carry grip for easy mobility. Not Just For Modelers! Although specially designed for Tamiya modelers, this handy work place is perfect for any type of fine work requiring good light and clear vision. From all types of arts and crafts such as carving, painting, embroidery and beading to handy everyday uses, the possibilities are truly limitless. Required:4 x D Size batteries (not included); orA/C to D/C Power Supply (not included) Excludes tools and cutting mat.  We recommend Tamiya 74118 Cutting Mat A4 Green or Tamiya 74056 Cutting Mat A4

This is a plastic assembly kit. Paint, tools and glue not included.

Never Satisfied!　 Despite having taken the 1983 500cc Road Racing World Championship Grand Prix Riders' Championship (their first since 1967) on the 2-stroke V3 engine NS500, Honda were not satisfied with their motor and felt that more power would be required. Thus, the Japanese motorcycle giant came up with a single-crankshaft V4 design engine which was used in their 1984 entry. It featured a unique aluminum frame to house the engine and a radical layout in which the expansion chambers and the fuel tank were positioned above and below the engine respectively. The bike would go on to compete in road races over the next 19 years, and now appears as a 1/12 scale model in the Tamiya line-up. During the 1983 World Grand Prix season, Honda took the championship with the NS500 but it was clear that the power from the 2-stroke V3 engine would be insufficient for the next season. This led Honda to create the NSR500, which was powered by a more powerful V4 engine. It also featured a unique aluminum frame to house the engine and a radical layout in which the expansion chambers and the fuel tank were positioned above and below the engine respectively. The 1984 season was challenging but the following season saw the NSR500 demonstrate its excellent performance to win the championship. The Tamiya 1/12 model kit faithfully brings all the details of this famous GP bike to hobbyists around the world. Features Length: 166mm, Width: 52mm. The model recreates the early-season version of the bike ridden by F. Spencer. This detailed scale model closely recreates the form of the bike and allows appreciation of the unique chamber and fuel tank layout. The single-crankshaft V4 engine showcases Tamiya's trademark attention to detail. Aluminum frame and complex fuel tank are exquisitely recreated. Vinyl tubing is used to accurately model fuel pipes, accelerator, clutch cables and so on. Cowling, chamber cover and seat parts are attached using fine screws. Authentic rear suspension utilizes a metal coil spring. Comes with a racing stand to display the model. The kit includes decals to depict the bike's markings, in addition to masking seals to aid with painting.

The ability to realize design ideas in various ways by piecing together mechanical components is one of reasons why Tamiyas Educational Construction Series is so interesting. Gearboxes are vital for providing power and these particular gearboxes feature special clear cases to allow viewing of their internal mechanisms.

These enamel paints are ideal for highlighting panel lines and other details to give your model a more realistic depth. The paint has been pre-diluted into the ideal viscosity and can be easily applied into crevasses such as panel lines with the brush on the bottle cap. Once dried, any excess may be cleaned up by using enamel thinner. (Bottle contains 40ml)

Panel Line Accent Colour - Grey

A Little Japanese Gem The Mitsubishi A6M Zero was the Japanese Navy's mainstay fighter throughout WWII. The A6M5 (Model 52) variant followed the A6M3 (Model 22) and was developed to counter the ever more powerful American fighters. This variant featured an exhaust system which provided a small amount of thrust and rounded wingtips which improved dive and roll performance as well as maximum speed. It was first introduced in the autumn of 1943 and went on to serve valiantly until the end of the war. Features Distinctive features of the A6M5, including the refined engine cowling, exhaust system, and short wingspan with rounded wingtips, are accurate reproduced.  Detailed cockpit and landing gear wells.  Parts to depict open and closed canopies included.  Also comes with parts for 330-liter drop tank as well as 3 marking options. Length: 126mm, Wingspan:153mm 

The Tamiya Super-Glue CA Cement Accelerator enables quicker curing of CA cement. Apply the accelerator to one cementing surface and the CA cement to the other. A strong bond will quickly form when the two surfaces are pressed together. This is ideal for attaching small photo-etched parts or parts with a very small cementing surface. The bottle's cap has an applicator brush to ensure easy application. This is an alcohol-based accelerator that keeps damage to plastic parts to a minimum. One bottle contains 10ml.

Certified authentic Tamiya consumable finishing product, designed and produced in Japan.

Certified authentic Tamiya consumable finishing product, designed and produced in Japan.