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Model ship kit of the WWII IJN Scapule Tender Notoro with gold color scheme on a green background.

1/700 Five Star Models WWII IJN Seaplane Tender Notoro (Early Type) Upgrade Set for Pit-Road W62 - 710163

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1/700 Five Star Models WWII IJN Seaplane Tender Notoro (Early Type) Photo-Etched Upgrade Set

Transform your Pit-Road Notoro seaplane tender model into a museum-quality masterpiece with the Five Star Models 1/700 WWII IJN Seaplane Tender Notoro (Early Type) Upgrade Set (product number 710163 or FS710163). This comprehensive super-detail accessory set features precision photo-etched brass components engineered to dramatically enhance the realism of your seaplane tender model.

Product Specifications

  • Brand: Five Star Models
  • Product Number: 710163 (FS710163)
  • Scale: 1:700
  • Type: Photo-etched (PE) detail upgrade set
  • Material: Photo-etched brass
  • Theme: WWII Imperial Japanese Navy Seaplane Tender Notoro
  • Historical Fit: Configured specifically for the ship's early type (before later conversions to an oiler/transport)
  • Skill Level: 4 (Advanced)
  • Assembly Required: Yes; requires advanced modeling techniques including precision cutting, folding, and cyanoacrylate (CA) adhesive

Important Note

This is an accessory set only. It does not include the plastic ship body parts or the base model kit. This upgrade set is specifically engineered for use with the Pit-Road 1/700 scale WWII IJN Seaplane Tender Notoro plastic model kit (Pit-Road product number W62).

Comprehensive Photo-Etched Contents

The set consists of multiple photo-etched metal frets containing fine-scale replacement parts for various ship components. These precision brass parts replace thicker injection-molded plastic components with scale-accurate metal details:

  • Railings and Ladders: Ultra-fine metal railings for all deck levels
  • Mast Structures: Enhanced mast and rigging components
  • Aircraft Handling Equipment: Intricate details for the seaplane catapult, cranes, and aircraft handling trolleys
  • Specialized Equipment: Other specialized equipment found on the early-type configuration of the Notoro

Historical Accuracy

This set is specifically tailored to the early-type configuration of the Notoro as a seaplane tender, before later conversions to an oiler/transport role. The parts feature relief etching and delicate detailing to provide a museum-quality finish that accurately represents this unique IJN auxiliary vessel.

Advanced Modeling Experience

This is an advanced accessory set requiring precision modeling techniques. The photo-etched brass components demand careful handling, precise cutting and folding, and experience with delicate metal parts to achieve the best results.

What You'll Need

Note: This is an accessory set only. The Pit-Road plastic model kit (W62), precision tools, adhesives, and paints are not included and must be purchased separately. Browse our paints, adhesives, and modeling tools to complete your build.

Enhance Your IJN Auxiliary Fleet

Complement this photo-etched upgrade set with other premium 1/700 Five Star Models ship accessories including:

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