Kagero 16050 The Japanese Battleship Yamato EN is a unique English-language publication aimed at advanced modelers and enthusiasts of naval history and warships. Authored by Carlo Cestra, this book focuses on the battleship Yamato, the flagship of the Imperial Japanese Navy during World War II. Thanks to this publication, every modeling and military history lover gains access to a comprehensive, highly substantive knowledge base about one of the most legendary ships of the 20th century.

• Category: Modeling literature, modeling guides
• Number of pages: 100
• Number of renders: 164 high-quality graphics
• Number of anaglyphs: 10 unique 3D illustrations
• Paper: Matte, high-grade coated paper
• Format: A4 (210x297 mm) – clear and convenient for work at the modeling desk
• Binding: Stitched paperback, durable through frequent use

The Yamato battleship was not only the largest and most heavily armed ship of its class, but also a symbol of Japanese engineering prowess. Built during the arms race, it was designed as a response to the growing power of the Allied fleets. Its main armament consisted of nine 46 cm caliber guns – the largest ever mounted on a warship. The vessel fought in key Pacific operations, including the dramatic Ten-Go operation, when it was sunk in April 1945 by American aircraft.

The Kagero publication offers not only a detailed description of the Yamato battleship’s design and history but also a comprehensive collection of high-quality graphics and 3D plates, which are an invaluable asset when working on a plastic model in 1/200, 1/350, or even 1/700 scale. Perfect for modelers seeking inspiration or striving for an accurate rendition of details.

We recommend this book both to advanced modelers and to historians and collectors who wish to delve into the construction details and history of this famous warship. The difficulty level of applying the knowledge from this guide to building models is rated at 3/5 – the publication definitely enhances skills but requires some basic knowledge of naval history and ship modeling.

ISBN: 978-83-65437-31-0 | Publisher: KAGERO