1:700 IJN Maya Heavy Cruiser – Handcrafted Scale Model
IJN Maya – Takao-Class Heavy Cruiser, 1944
The IJN Maya was one of Imperial Japan's most formidable Takao-class heavy cruisers, rebuilt in 1943 as a dedicated anti-aircraft cruiser following the lessons of Guadalcanal. She met her end at the Battle of Leyte Gulf in October 1944 — struck by two torpedoes from the USS Dace and sinking in minutes, taking most of her crew with her.
This hand-assembled 1:700 scale model captures Maya in her final 1944 anti-aircraft configuration, featuring her distinctive clustered 25mm AA gun mounts, reinforced bridge structure, and the lines that made the Takao class the most powerful cruisers of their era.
Model Highlights
- Scale: 1:700 — ideal for desk or display cabinet
- Configuration: 1944 AA refit, historically accurate
- Handcrafted and hand-painted by skilled artisans
- Display-ready on included acrylic stand
- Detailed hull, superstructure, and armament rendering
- Premium resin and metal construction
A Piece of Naval History
Own a meticulously crafted tribute to one of the Pacific War's most storied warships. Each model is a conversation piece — equal parts art, history, and craftsmanship. Perfect for collectors, naval history enthusiasts, and military modelers.