【Chibimaru Fleet】 Kongou, who has been very active in manga, anime, and games in recent years, appears in the Chibimaru Fleet series! A noteworthy work that recreates delicate ship outfittings with photo-etched parts!

The “Kongou Special Specification,” a new addition to the Chibimaru Fleet series, is an excellent kit packed with attention to detail despite its cute appearance. In particular, this time it recreates the Type 21 Radar equipped during the Battle of Leyte Gulf in 1944, and its greatest appeal is being able to experience the tense appearance of that time in this size. A deformed ship that adults can seriously enjoy—that is the true essence of this Chibimaru Kongou.

This snap-on kit requires no adhesive, features multi-color molding, and even includes realistic wood-grain deck stickers, achieving a masterful balance between ease of assembly and level of completion. A great point is that despite no need for painting, the texture of the wooden deck can be firmly expressed just by applying the stickers. While even those unaccustomed to models can enjoy it without hesitation, the finished appearance far exceeds the “beginner” level.

This special specification includes photo-etched parts not found in the regular version, which is the biggest point of differentiation. Outfitting parts that are difficult to recreate in plastic, such as funnel caps, Type 21 Radar, bulletproof plates, and handrails, are expressed with sharp metal parts, giving the finished product a much tighter impression. In particular, the delicate texture unique to metal brings a realistic presence to the entire model, allowing a sense of authenticity to shine even within a deformed model.

Kongou is a battleship that stands alongside Hiei and Kirishima, but this model firmly recreates characteristic structures that differ from those sister ships. For example, the installation status of the Type 21 Radar and the shape around the bridge are precisely sculpted based on actual historical records, conveying a “respect for historical fact” that goes beyond just being cute. For history buffs and naval vessel enthusiasts, this point is an unmissable attraction.

The set also includes a name sticker, which helps with the presentation when displaying it after completion. Furthermore, combining it with a separately sold dedicated base allows for a display with even more presence. Among the many Chibimaru Fleet series, this “Special Specification Kongou” tickles the collector's heart even more, offering a premium sense of satisfaction in both appearance and content.