{"product_id":"31972-hasegawa-wl217-ijn-aircraft-carrier-shoho-1700","title":"Hasegawa WL217 IJN Aircraft Carrier Shoho 1\/700","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHasegawa WL217 IJN Aircraft Carrier Shoho (1\/700) – plastic model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eHasegawa WL217 IJN Aircraft Carrier Shoho (1\/700)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality plastic model kit faithfully replicating the Japanese light aircraft carrier Shōhō in 1:700 scale. Produced by the renowned Hasegawa brand, this kit offers impressive precision of detail and historical accuracy, meeting the expectations of both experienced modelers and ambitious beginners.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical data and kit contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: 1:700\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCategory: Plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe kit does not include glue or paints – it is recommended to purchase modeling accessories separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully cast parts ensuring precise fit and realistic reproduction of deck details and armor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser-friendly assembly instructions, allowing you to build a realistic model of the legendary World War II aircraft carrier step by step\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical background – Shoho\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Japanese light aircraft carrier \u003cstrong\u003eShōhō\u003c\/strong\u003e belonged to the Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN) and was built on the hull of a supply ship. She entered service at the beginning of \u003cstrong\u003eWorld War II\u003c\/strong\u003e – in December 1941. One of the most significant episodes in USS Shōhō’s history was the \u003cstrong\u003eBattle of the Coral Sea\u003c\/strong\u003e (May 1942), where she became the first aircraft carrier in history to be sunk in battle by carrier-based aircraft. This vessel marked a new era in Pacific war strategy and became forever part of Japanese naval history.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvantages of the Hasegawa model\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbundance of fine details – faithfully reproduced deck fittings, gun turrets, catapults and cranes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePossibility to create realistic camouflage and enhance the model with aftermarket accessories such as photo-etched railings or crew figures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear instructions make the model accessible even to less advanced modelers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect as part of a collection or a naval diorama related to the Pacific campaign\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho do we recommend it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nWe especially recommend the \u003cstrong\u003eHasegawa WL217 IJN Aircraft Carrier Shoho (1\/700)\u003c\/strong\u003e to modelers interested in naval history, collectors of Allied and Japanese WWII ships, and all maritime modeling enthusiasts. The assembly difficulty is rated at \u003cstrong\u003e3\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e – it requires precision and patience, but will be greatly satisfying for both intermediate and advanced ship modeling enthusiasts.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hasegawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720750584142,"sku":"HAWL217","price":25.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/60318309d69666ec863ff95a53f89220.jpg?v=1755505739","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.es\/en\/products\/31972-hasegawa-wl217-ijn-aircraft-carrier-shoho-1700","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}