IJN Hiryu (CV) Midway — 1-2400 Scale Deck Decal

This 1-2400 scale waterslide deck decal reproduces the principal flight-deck appearance and markings for IJN Hiryu (CV) Midway in the Midway configuration. Apply over a properly prepared and gloss-coated model surface using normal waterslide-decal techniques.
 
Historical Information
Hiryu was built at Yokosuka Naval Arsenal as a modified development of the Soryu design and commissioned in 1939. Operating with Soryu in Carrier Division 2, she took part in the Imperial Japanese Navy's major carrier offensives at the beginning of the Pacific War.
 
Key Historical Details
Commissioned: Yokosuka Naval Arsenal; fast fleet carrier commissioned in 1939.
Class: Hiryu
Number in Class: 1
Nickname: None commonly recorded
Primary Theater: Pacific Theater
Major Operation: Battle of Midway
Aircraft Complement: Varied by date, configuration, and mission.
Final Disposition: Mortally damaged by U.S. dive bombers on 4 June 1942 and scuttled early on 5 June after uncontrollable fires.
 
Model Compatibility
This 1-2400 scale deck decal is available in separate versions for GHQ pewter miniatures and Ghukek-designed 3D-printed miniatures. The two versions are not interchangeable. Please select the correct miniature type when ordering.