Very Fire IJN05 IJN Searchlight (3 type, 16 sets) 1/350 – Searchlight Set for Japanese Ship Models

The Very Fire IJN05 IJN Searchlight (3 type, 16 sets) 1/350 set is a unique product designed to enhance 1/350 scale warship models. The kit includes as many as 16 sets of searchlights in three different types, modeled after historical searchlights used by the Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN). The detailed searchlights are an authentic addition to WWII-era ship models, especially for battleships, cruisers, and destroyers from 1937-1945.

Historical Description & Application

The offered searchlights are based on original equipment used on Japanese warships during World War II. These types of searchlights were mounted on bridges, superstructures, and combat towers, providing visibility for night operations as well as being used for signaling and target acquisition. Many historical vessels, such as the famous battleship Yamato or the Takao-class cruisers, used similar searchlights during key Pacific battles.

• Model scale: 1/350
• Nation of use: Japan (Imperial Japanese Navy – IJN)
• Historical period: World War II (1937-1945)
• Contents: 16 sets of searchlights in three variants

Material & Manufacturing

The kit components are made from high-quality plastic, ensuring excellent detail and sharpness even at the impressively small 1/350 scale. The components are suitable for painting and precise installation on the ship model's superstructure. The set does not include metal or resin details – the entire kit is manufactured using plastic injection molding.

Product Category

This is a plastic detail enhancement set dedicated to 1/350 scale model warships, recommended both for scratch builds and for professional enhancement of finished kits.

Who Is It Recommended For?

We recommend this product for experienced modelers and naval enthusiasts who want to further enhance the realism of their IJN models. The assembly difficulty is rated at 3/5 – due to small parts, accuracy and basic modeling skills are required.

Summary

The Very Fire IJN05 Searchlight 1/350 is a carefully designed detail set that significantly boosts the realism and authenticity of Japanese WWII ship models. Indispensable for modelers demanding the highest quality and unique finishing elements.