Aoshima 06662 1/700 IJN Yamashiro Waterline Battleship Kit  [AO-06662]

Aoshima 06662 1/700 scale IJN Yamashiro waterline model

The Aoshima 06662 kit presents a carefully scaled representation of the IJN Yamashiro, a notable battleship from Japan's naval past. Remembered for its role at the Battle of Leyte Gulf, the Yamashiro is reproduced here at 1/700 scale to let hobbyists build an accurate waterline display piece.

Why the Yamashiro appeals to model builders

As the last of the Fuso-class battleships, the Yamashiro attracts builders who enjoy historically rooted subjects and compact, display-friendly ships. This waterline format is ideal for creating harbour or fleet dioramas without the need for a full-hull base.

Assembly notes for experienced hobbyists

Putting together the Aoshima Yamashiro rewards careful build techniques. The kit includes finely defined plastic parts that require precise trimming, gluing and painting to bring out the ship's superstructure and gun turrets.