Tamiya 78027 Chikuma 1/350 WWII Naval Model Kit  [78027]

Tamiya 78027 detailed Chikuma 1/350 scale kit

The Tamiya 1/350 Japanese Heavy Cruiser Chikuma kit offers a precise scale representation of this Imperial Navy vessel. As the final heavy cruiser completed before wartime conversions, Chikuma took part in major actions including Pearl Harbor and Leyte Gulf. This kit provides an accurate platform for modellers to recreate the ship in its original configuration.

Context and notable model points

Completed in May 1939, Chikuma stood out for speed and reconnaissance duties, with a forward gun arrangement that kept the stern clear for floatplanes. The model depicts the ship prior to later wartime alterations, giving a true-to-era outline for display.

Construction guidance and showcase options

Targeted at modellers who prize historical accuracy, the inclusion of photo-etched and metal components increases the kit's realism and complexity. The Chikuma is well suited to both full-hull builds and waterline displays, making it a standout item in a naval collection.