Hasegawa 1:72 Shinkai 6500 Manned Submersible – Enhanced Detail Version Deep-Sea Research Model

Description

The Shinkai 6500 deep-submergence vehicle was completed in 1990. It’s notable for having a depth range of 21,300 feet (6,500 m), far surpassing the range of most manned research vehicles all over the world. Launched from the Yokosuka, the Shinkai 6500 has been used on over 1,250 operations in just over 20 years. This limited edition kit features photo-etched sample basket parts, parts for one giant squid and one giant isopod, plus two marking options.

Parts come molded in white, orange and tan. Includes clear parts, photo-etched parts and decals.

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