Very Fire VF350008 IJN HEAVY CRUISER CHIKUMA Detail Up Set for Tamiya 78027 1/350

The Very Fire VF350008 IJN HEAVY CRUISER CHIKUMA Detail Up Set is a highly advanced kit dedicated to the IJN Chikuma heavy cruiser model by Tamiya in 1/350 scale. The Very Fire product has been designed to enhance the realism and detail of the plastic model kit, allowing you to create a replica with the highest level of detail.

Japanese Heavy Cruiser Chikuma – Historical Background

The Chikuma ship belonged to the Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN) and was built as part of the Tone-class project just before World War II. She entered service in 1939 and took part in the most important operations in the Pacific during World War II, including the famous Battle of Midway and the Philippine Sea battles. The cruiser Chikuma stood out for its innovative architecture – all main gun turrets were placed on the bow, while the stern was designated for catapults and reconnaissance aircraft, making it a key component of Japanese naval doctrine.

Detail Up Set Contents

• Scale: 1/350
• Material: precisely etched photo-etched parts, brass details, high-quality resin
• Contents: railing parts, ladders, platforms, funnel details, gun barrels, winches, deck equipment elements
• Dedicated for: Tamiya 78027 IJN Chikuma model
• Country of use: Japan, period: World War II (years 1939–1944)
• Category: aftermarket detail set for plastic model kits

Why choose this product?

Very Fire VF350008 is a proposal for demanding modelers who seek a level of detail unattainable using only the original Tamiya kit parts. Precisely crafted photo-etched parts allow you to replicate even the smallest deck and superstructure elements, achieving an effect similar to professionally made museum dioramas. The high quality of materials ensures durability and ease of assembly. This set is especially recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers who already have experience with small parts and photo-etched details.
Difficulty level: 4/5 – requires precision, patience, and basic metalworking tools.

Take your Chikuma model to a new level of realism and let your ship attract attention at every exhibition! It is an excellent choice for naval modeling enthusiasts and admirers of Japanese naval history from the World War II period.