The Japanese Navy’s Type I-400 submarine was built as a submarine aircraft carrier like no other in history, launching three special attack aircraft “Seiran” from a submarine capable of covert operations. With an overall length of 122 m, an overall width of 12 m and a displacement of 6,560 tonnes under water, it was comparable to a destroyer and the largest in the world at the time. In addition, it had a long range to sail around the world without calling at a harbour, and it was never a dream to launch a surprise attack on the east coast of the United States or the Panama Canal, a strategic force of the Allies. The first ship, I-400, was completed in December 1944 at the end of the Pacific War. The war ended when she and her second ship, the I-401, were on their way to attack the American task force at Ulithi Atoll and never saw real combat. However, its performance demonstrated to the world the superior technological capabilities of the Japanese navy and is said to have led to the later concept of nuclear submarines with strategic missiles.

Kit model, scale 1:350,
submarine, 48 figures, instructions,
decor, length 348.5 mm.

Caution!Not suitable for children under 3 years. Choking hazard due to small parts.

Product details
– Detailed model kit on a scale of 1:350
– The high-quality kit from TAMIYA must be assembled by
yourself.
– The independent assembly is accompanied by step-by-step
or illustrated assembly instructions. The assembly instructions
are of course included in the scope of delivery.
– Based on the assembly instructions, the precisely fitting individual parts
must be assembled. The parts can be painted according to
own ideas.
– Tools, glue and paint are not included in the scope of delivery of the
plastic kit. These must be purchased optionally
.