This highly detailed 1/350 scale plastic model faithfully recreates the legendary Yukikaze as she appeared during the Ten-Ichi-Go operation in April 1945. Known for her exceptional durability and combat record, Yukikaze earned the nickname The Lucky Destroyerand now you can bring this iconic vessel to life in miniature form.

A Brave Warrior: IJN Yukikaze

Following Japans withdrawal from the international naval treaties, plans were set in motion to build the formidable Kagero-class destroyers. Completed in January 1940, Yukikaze was the eighth ship of the class and quickly earned a fearsome reputation during World War II.

She saw intense combat throughout the Pacific Theaterincluding major battles at Midway, Guadalcanal, the Mariana Islands, and Leyte Gulf. In addition to frontline combat, Yukikaze also served as a patrol vessel and provided crucial transport support.

When launched, she was equipped with three twin 12.7cm gun turrets and two quadruple 61cm torpedo launchers. As the war progressed, her weaponry was significantly upgraded with a range of anti-aircraft guns and radartransforming her from a sleek destroyer into a heavily armed warship.

One of her most notable moments came during Operation Ten-Go in April 1945. Fighting alongside the doomed battleship Yamato, Yukikaze played a key role in rescuing survivors and returned safely to portemerging from the war with remarkably little damage. Her resilience earned her the nickname "The Lucky Destroyer."

After the war, Yukikaze was used to repatriate Japanese soldiers and civilians. In 1947, she was transferred to the Republic of China as part of war reparations, continuing her service with distinction into the 1960s.

Yukikaze Specifications:

• Standard displacement: 2,000 tons
• Length: 118.5m; Beam: 10.8m
• Output: 52,000hp; Speed: 35.5 knots
• Armament: 2 x twin 12.7cm naval guns, 5 x triple 25mm AA guns, 14 x single 25mm AA guns, 2 x13mm AA guns, 2 x quadruple 61cm torpedo launchers

What's in the Box?

• Plastic kit
• Instruction sheet
• Paint guide
• Decal sheet
• Display Stand