Tamiya 31519 WWII IJN Auxiliary Vessels 1/700 Scale Kit  [31519]

Detailed Tamiya 1/700 WWII Japanese Navy Auxiliary Vessels Model Kit

The Tamiya 1/700 WWII Japanese Navy Auxiliary Vessels kit enables accurate modelling of three support ship classes from the Pacific War era. It comprises parts for the No.19 Minesweeper, No.13 Sub Chaser and a Hiroshima-class Minelayer, each rendered with attention to deck fittings and superstructure detail to suit period displays.

Operational Roles and Collector Interest

These auxiliary vessels fulfilled essential support tasks for frontline units: minesweepers removed explosive threats, sub chasers patrolled against underwater attack, and minelayers deployed defensive fields. Representing them adds historical depth to fleet groupings and demonstrates logistic dimensions of naval strategy.

Suitability for Collections and Dioramas

At 1/700 scale the models balance compactness and detail, making them practical additions to larger formations or focused auxiliary-themed displays. They are a useful way to broaden a WWII naval collection beyond capital ships.