{"product_id":"5255-hasegawa-z28-nykline-hikawamaru-1350","title":"Hasegawa Z28 NYKLine Hikawamaru (1\/350)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHasegawa Z28 N.Y.K.Line Hikawamaru (1\/350) – detailed plastic model of the Japanese ocean liner\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eHasegawa Z28 N.Y.K.Line Hikawamaru\u003c\/strong\u003e model in \u003cstrong\u003e1:350\u003c\/strong\u003e scale is a unique offering for ship modeling enthusiasts and maritime history fans. This precisely reproduced plastic model kit depicts the famous Japanese passenger liner \u003cstrong\u003eHikawamaru\u003c\/strong\u003e, the pride of the \u003cstrong\u003eNippon Yusen Kaisha (N.Y.K. Line)\u003c\/strong\u003e fleet.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHikawamaru\u003c\/strong\u003e was launched in 1929 and, for most of the interwar period, operated the prestigious Japan–USA route, carrying passengers between Yokohama, Vancouver, and Seattle. This ship, with a displacement of over 11,000 tons and a length of almost 163 meters, served as a hospital ship and transport vessel for the Imperial Japanese Navy during \u003cstrong\u003eWorld War II\u003c\/strong\u003e, managing to avoid sinking despite many dangerous situations. After the war, she continued in liner service until being retired in 1960, afterward becoming a museum ship in Yokohama.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel scale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/350\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of original use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Interwar period, World War II, postwar years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality injection-molded plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustomization options:\u003c\/strong\u003e The model is designed as a base for enhancement with photo-etched parts or resin accessories (not included, available separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finely detailed hull parts, superstructure, masts, auxiliary armament, lifeboats, and well-replicated deck details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHasegawa Z28 N.Y.K.Line Hikawamaru\u003c\/strong\u003e is a model that requires care and precision, recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level: \u003cstrong\u003e4\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e). The excellently reproduced details and large number of components guarantee satisfaction during assembly and an impressive final appearance. The model will be a perfect addition to a historic ships collection and a great foundation for further customizations or maritime dioramas. We recommend this product for naval history enthusiasts and fans of large, detailed ship models.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nNote: Paints and glue are not included – we recommend dedicated Hasegawa products and modeling supplies available in our store.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hasegawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719808078158,"sku":"HAZ28","price":92.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/c507c69c64f7291aa4ac73a5abfc9ddc.jpg?v=1755482958","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.it\/en\/products\/5255-hasegawa-z28-nykline-hikawamaru-1350","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}