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The Yamato was one of the largest and most powerful battleships ever constructed, serving as a symbol of the Imperial Japanese Navy's strength during World War II. Commissioned in 1941, the Yamato was designed to outclass any potential adversary with its massive size and formidable armament. The battleship was equipped with nine 18.1-inch (460 mm) main guns, the largest ever mounted on a warship, capable of firing shells over 26 miles (42 km). Her thick armor and extensive defensive weaponry made her a formidable opponent. The Yamato and her sister ship, Musashi, represented the pinnacle of naval engineering at the time, embodying Japan's strategic emphasis on powerful capital ships.
Despite her impressive specifications, the Yamato saw limited action during the war. It participated in the Battle of Leyte Gulf in 1944, one of the largest naval battles in history, but her role was relatively minor compared to her potential. The Yamato's final mission was Operation Ten-Go in April 1945, a desperate attempt to defend Okinawa from Allied forces. This mission ended when the Yamato was sunk by overwhelming air attacks from US carrier-based aircraft. The loss of the Yamato marked the end of an era for battleship dominance, and underscored the shifting focus towards air power in naval warfare.
- Pre-order: expected release - Winter 2024
- 1/350 scale model kit
- This model kit requires assembly and painting
- Cement, tools and paints are not included
- Includes assembly instructions
- Contains small parts, recommended for ages 14 & up
- Imported
