IJN Zuiho (CVL) Short Deck — 1-2400 Scale Deck Decal

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

Historical Information

Zuiho was converted from the submarine tender Takasaki and commissioned as a light aircraft carrier in 1940. She served in support of major fleet operations from the Midway period through the later carrier battles of 1944.

Key Historical Details

• Commissioned: Converted from the submarine tender Takasaki and commissioned as a light carrier in 1940.

• Class: Zuiho class

• Number in Class: 2

• Nickname: None commonly recorded

• Primary Theater: Pacific Theater

• Major Operation: The Midway operation, the Guadalcanal campaign, the Philippine Sea, and Leyte Gulf.

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

• Final Disposition: Sunk by U.S. carrier aircraft during the Battle off Cape Engano on 25 October 1944.

Model Compatibility

This deck decal is specifically sized to fit the applicable GHQ 1-2400 scale miniature . The GHQ short-deck version requires alterations to the forward/bow area of the flight deck.