Fujimi FJ-45215 1/700 full-hull plastic scale ship kit - IJN heavy cruiser Chokai  [FJ-45215]

Fujimi FH-26 EX-1 1/700 IJN Heavy Cruiser Chokai full-hull kit

This is a 1/700 scale full-hull plastic model kit representing the Imperial Japanese Navy heavy cruiser Chokai, positioned as a reference-level small-ship subject within Fujimi's lineup.

Chokai served as a heavy cruiser in the Imperial Japanese Navy during the mid-20th century and remained active through World War II. As a heavy cruiser, she combined significant gun armament and speed for fleet operations and escort duties. The vessel's service life and wartime alterations influenced many postwar references and photographic records that modelers use for restoration and detailing work.

The kit reproduces an all-hull representation rather than a waterline version, intended for display on full-hull supports or dioramas. Construction includes finely molded plastic parts with separate superstructure components and a set of photo-etched parts for finer railings and fittings. Assembly will involve careful handling of small components and alignment for accurate rigging and deck detail. Scale accuracy targets standard 1/700 proportions; builders should consult period references for paint and marking variants.

A full-hull representation of a WWII Imperial Japanese Navy heavy cruiser with photo-etched details, suitable for builders focused on scale fidelity and display presentation.