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This model kit from Border Models is a completely new mold! It reproduces the appearance of the 1st Air Fleet flagship aircraft carrier Akagi after her modernization and renovation, using the latest historical research! It includes the Akagi bridge with the flight deck and Type 97 attack aircraft; the bridge can be illuminated, too (requires three LR44 batteries, not included).

This boxing of the Bridge kit also includes the 1/35th scale Nakajima B5N2 Kate bomber!

1/700 Full-Hull Ships Now Feature Upgraded Outfitting Parts—Experience Greater Precision!

The Aoshima Waterline Series’ updated outfitting parts are now available for 1/700 full-hull ships as well!

Participating in South Pacific operations at the onset of war, this ship fought through intense battles such as the Guadalcanal evacuation and the Battle of Leyte Gulf, ultimately witnessing the final moments of battleship Yamato. This kit recreates the late-war version of Yukikaze, modified for anti-aircraft combat with additional machine guns.

Features

• Updated armament, focusing on Type C 12.7cm twin gun mounts and 25mm machine guns
• Partially revised assembly instructions
• Updated decals for improved authenticity
• Upgraded Outfitting Parts:
  
  • Type C 12.7cm twin gun mounts
  • Type 96 25mm machine guns

One of the most significant ships of the 19th century, the Great Western ocean-going paddle steamer was designed by celebrated British engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel and was his attempt to produce a steam ship capable of making regular Atlantic steam crossings, without any reliance on wind power.

Cleverly though, Brunel did include sails in his design, as this stabilised the ship in rough seas and ensured maximum efficiency from the two mighty steam powered paddles.

When Great Western was launched in 1837, she was not only the largest passenger ship in the world, but was also packed with technologies and innovations which would be used in ship design for many years to come.

Specification

• 1:180 Scale
• Parts Included: 208
• Skill Level: 4
• Scheme Options: 1

The USS Atlanta (CL-51) was a light cruiser that served in the United States Navy during World War II. Commissioned in December 1941, the Atlanta was part of the highly specialized Atlanta-class cruisers, which were designed to counter enemy aircraft with their heavy anti-aircraft armament. Measuring approximately 541 feet in length and with a displacement of around 6,000 tons, the USS Atlanta boasted a main battery of 16 5-inch guns and an array of anti-aircraft weaponry, including dual-purpose 5-inch guns and numerous smaller caliber guns. This extensive anti-aircraft armament made her a valuable asset in protecting carrier task forces and other surface ships against enemy air attacks.

During the war, the USS Atlanta participated in various significant engagements in the Pacific theater. She played a vital role in the Battle of Midway in June 1942, providing anti-aircraft defense and bombardment support. The ship also saw action in the Guadalcanal campaign, where she was involved in several naval battles, including the Battle of Savo Island. Tragically, the USS Atlanta met her fate on November 13, 1942, during the Naval Battle of Guadalcanal. In a fierce night engagement against a superior Japanese force, the ship was hit by numerous enemy shells and torpedoes, leading to her sinking with the loss of many crew members.

Only 144 out of the approximately 700 crew members aboard survived the battle. The USS Atlanta's service demonstrated the importance of anti-aircraft capabilities in naval warfare during World War II. Despite her tragic end, the ship and her crew played a significant role in defending American forces and contributed to the overall Allied victory in the Pacific theater.