Tamiya 31908 - Dual 1/700 Z Class Barbara Destroyer Kit (2pcs)  [31908]

Z Class Destroyers in WWII - Design and Anti-Aircraft Changes

The German Z Class destroyers, notably hulls Z37 to Z39, represent key wartime adaptations in naval design. Originally fitted with 12.7cm guns, some units were rearmed with 15cm weapons and a distinctive twin bow turret to boost surface firepower. Later modifications under Project Barbara increased anti-aircraft armament, helping these ships remain operational against aerial threats late in the war.

Assembling the 1/700 Z Class - What the Kit Offers

Tamiya's 1/700 kit recreates these destroyers with careful detail, letting builders model both pre- and post-Project Barbara layouts. The parts set includes delicate radar fittings and representations of 37mm and 20mm AA guns, along with sprues that allow you to show the ships before their wartime alterations.

Presentation and Collector Appeal

This two-ship set makes a strong display piece for a shelf or diorama. The kit includes flag sheets and a painting guide to help achieve an accurate finish, making it suitable for serious modellers who enjoy historical accuracy.