Product Description
The Sugashima-class minesweepers are characterized by the introduction of advanced mine countermeasure systems from Western countries, based on lessons learned from the minesweeping operations of their predecessor, the Hatsushima-class minesweepers, which revealed that their technological level was lagging behind that of other countries during their deployment to the Persian Gulf.
To counter magnetic mines, the hull is made of wood, and the engine and equipment are made of non-magnetic materials such as aluminum alloys, so they are designed not to become magnetized.
In addition, to maintain stability during minesweeping, the ship is equipped with a fixed positioning system that automatically controls the bow thruster, controllable pitch propeller, and high-lift rudders.
In addition, an auxiliary electric propulsion system has been introduced to enable minesweeping missions at low speeds, improving quietness.
The first ship, MSC-681 [Sugashima], was commissioned in March 1999, and a total of 12 ships were commissioned up to MSC-692 [Kuroshima] in February 2007.
・1/350 scale plastic model
・Full hull model
- Includes etched parts such as bridge supports and display stand
- Includes decals for the ship numbers and names of Sugashima, Notojima, Tsunoshima, Naoshima, Toyoshima, and Ukushima
・Total length: 154.3mm
・1 ship included
[Image shows the assembled product]
Joint development with`Trumpeter`
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Item Size/Weight : 29.4 x 13 x 4.3 cm / 146g
Product Specifications
- Item code
- JBT01
- JAN code
- 4986470074740
Purchase Information
This item is limited to 1 per household.