Hasegawa 49522 - 1/700 Heianmaru Submarine Depot Ship Kit for Water Line Collections  [HA-49522]

In-depth look at the Hasegawa 49522 1/700 Heianmaru depot ship kit

The Hasegawa 1/700 Heianmaru model kit delivers a faithful small-scale portrayal of the Japanese submarine depot ship used in World War II. Part of Hasegawa's Water Line Series, this kit focuses on historical fidelity and fine detail. The Heianmaru functioned as a support and maintenance vessel for submarines, offering model builders a subject with both operational importance and modelling interest.

Why Heianmaru appeals to naval modellers and collectors

As a mobile support ship in the Imperial Japanese Navy, the Heianmaru had a practical, robust layout that makes for an absorbing build. The kit captures the ship's structural character and provides a satisfying construction project for collectors who want to explore support vessels beyond front-line warships.

Assembly notes and display potential

At 1/700 scale, the kit includes fine parts that need careful handling, precise assembly and painting to achieve a convincing finish. Its compact footprint makes it ideal to display alongside other Water Line Series ships, giving a clear view of logistics and fleet support roles during the war. Finished correctly, the model becomes a standout reference piece in any naval grouping.