A Cruiser from 1944 Resurfaces in Miniature
Very Fire has announced the 1/700 Imperial Japanese Navy Takao 1944 Deluxe Version, adding a late-war configuration of the vessel to its catalogue.
This release depicts Takao as she appeared in 1944, with components arranged to reflect the ship’s structural layout and wartime modifications. The Deluxe Version provides an expanded set of parts intended to match the vessel’s configuration during this period.
Specifications
The kit is produced in 1/700 scale and represents the 1944 refit of Takao. Moulded components follow the ship’s overall profile, superstructure distribution, and equipment placement based on its late-war arrangement.
Accessories / Features
The Deluxe Version includes additional parts compared to a standard issue, along with optional elements for various sections of the ship. Supplementary components allow for a more complete representation of the vessel’s exterior fittings.
Release Details
Very Fire will provide full distribution information and finalised contents for the 1/700 Imperial Japanese Navy Takao 1944 Deluxe Version at a later stage.







