Tamiya Water Line Series No. 214 1/700 Scale Japanese Navy Aircraft Carrier "Zuikaku" 【Bearing the Weight of History on its Flight Deck】 Completed in September 1941 as the second ship of the Shokaku-class aircraft carriers. The Zuikaku was an ideal aircraft carrier, possessing high speed, powerful anti-aircraft weaponry, and the ability to carry over 80 aircraft. This plastic model assembly kit depicts the Zuikaku, which fought until it was sunk in the Battle of Leyte Gulf in October 1944. Unlike the Shokaku, which is recreated in its appearance at the start of the war, the Zuikaku model represents its appearance during the Battle of Leyte Gulf, the final battle of the Japanese Navy's Mobile Force. The enhanced anti-aircraft weaponry, such as anti-aircraft machine guns, high-angle guns, and rocket launchers, conveys the fierce air battles of the late war period. It's also enjoyable to display the numerous carrier-based aircraft, such as the Zero Fighter Type 52, the Suisei carrier-based bomber, and the reconnaissance aircraft Saiun, lined up on the deck. The "Zuikaku" is famous as the second ship of the Shokaku-class aircraft carriers. Includes carrier-based aircraft, making it recommended for diorama creation! I received this from someone who had stored it at home for a long time, but I am selling it because I don't have the opportunity to assemble it. The person who stored it was a smoker, so the box shows signs of deterioration due to long-term storage, as well as discoloration from smoking. However, the contents are unused and unassembled / the parts are unopened, so there should be no problem assembling it. This is considered "used," so please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive to such matters. Please check the condition in the photos and purchase with the understanding that it is non-returnable and non-refundable. For shipping, we will use recycled materials for "waterproof + bubble wrap" packaging.