IJN Taiho (CV) Linoleum Deck Version — 1-2400 Scale Deck Decal

This 1-2400 scale waterslide deck decal reproduces the principal flight-deck appearance and markings for IJN Taiho (CV) Linoleum Deck Version in the Linoleum Deck Version configuration. Apply over a properly prepared and gloss-coated model surface using normal waterslide-decal techniques.

Historical Information

Taiho was built by Kawasaki at Kobe and commissioned in March 1944 as Japan's most advanced purpose-built fleet carrier, notable for her armored flight deck. She joined the Mobile Fleet in time for the Battle of the Philippine Sea.

Key Historical Details

• Commissioned: Kawasaki Shipyard, Kobe; commissioned in March 1944.

• Class: Taiho

• Number in Class: 1

• Nickname: None commonly recorded

• Primary Theater: Pacific Theater

• Major Operation: Battle of the Philippine Sea.

• Aircraft Complement: Varied by date, configuration, and mission.

• Final Disposition: Torpedoed by USS Albacore on 19 June 1944; aviation-fuel vapors later exploded, causing the ship to sink.

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.