Following in the footsteps of the first, very successful release of the Japanese Antarctica Observation Ship, SOYA, from Hasegawa Models. Japan, comes this second version of the vessel. Here is a "sneak peek" inside the box of this yet to be released kit

As a continuation in Hasegawa Models "Famous Ship Series" line of 1/350 scale high quality plastic injection model kits, comes the secon version of this highly interesting vessel, which will make for a unique build experience for the shipwright looking for something a little "different" than the normal naval subjects.

Kit Name -Antarctica Observation Ship, SOYA, "ANTARCTICA OBSERVATION 2nd CORPS"

Scale-1/350 scale
Kit #- 40066
Estimated No. of parts: 320

Base Kit: Z23(40023) - New airintake cover parts and D & J sprue parts of 40064

Markings: Japan Coast Guard, Antarctica Observation 2nd Corps: Departured Oct.21,1957 , Soya: PL107

Estimated Release date-End of March/ First of April

MSR~$45.0438 USD


Also scheduled for release at the same date, is a dedicated, aftermarket photo-etch fret for this kit, to add further realism, looks, and overall accuracy to your build.

Item Name- South Pole Observer Soya, 2nd Ver. Etching Parts

Item #-QG20

MSR- $24.5581 USD