News in from Hasegawa Models, of their next Limited Edition, 1/350 scale release, one of the "Famous Ship Series" of model kits.

Hasegawa Models is carrying on the tradition of releasing highly interesting and unique subjects in their "Famous Ship Series" line of 1/350 scale injection mold kits, with the release of the next "Soya", the second version of this vessel to be issued.

This time it is the "Antarctica Observation Ship SOYA, Antarctica Observation 3rd Corps" , with a bonus seaplane and helicopter kit included.

Hasegawa will also release a dedicated photo-etch upgrade set to add more detail and realism to this vessel.

Kit Details

Antarctica Observation Ship SOYA, "Antarctica Observation 3rd Corps" w/ Seaplane & Helicopter

Kit #: 40023
SCALE: 1:350
ARRIVAL: June 2007
# of Parts: 323

"Includes new upper Hull, Bridge, Deck, Helicopter deck and Mast parts. Also includes bonus items, a 1/350 scale Seaplane and Helicopter."

Markings:
- Japan Coast Guard Antarctica Observation 3rd Corps. Departured Nov.12,1958

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1/350 scale Photoetched parts for #40023 Antarctica Observation Ship "SOYA" "3rd Corps"

Set #72113
SCALE: 1:350
ARRIVAL: June 2007