$45.50
The 1/48 Shinkai 6500 model kit from Bandai Hobby is a detailed replica of the deep-sea research submersible, featuring movable manipulators, LED lighting, removable upper hull, and figures for display. It includes an informative 20-page manual and is part of the "Exploring Lab." series.
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Description
Delve into the depths of scientific exploration with the 1/48 Shinkai 6500, a meticulously crafted model kit from BANDAI HOBBY. This impressive reproduction captures the essence of the Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology's (JAMSTEC) renowned manned research submersible, celebrated for its ability to reach the deepest parts of the ocean.
Experience the intricate engineering of this iconic vessel. The kit features movable manipulators, faithfully replicating the Shinkai 6500's crucial tools for deep-sea investigation and sample collection. An included LED unit illuminates the floodlights, bringing to life the submersible's appearance in the extreme environment of the deep sea. Test batteries are provided to get you started.
The upper hull is designed to be removable, allowing enthusiasts to admire the detailed interior, including the precisely recreated cockpit "pressure hull" with its instrumentation. The model also includes a set of five figures to enhance its display: three figures representing the pilot, co-pilot, and researcher for placement inside the pressure hull, and two swimmer figures for depicting recovery operations. Further enhancing realism, the underside ballast is detachable.
This kit is part of Bandai's "Exploring Lab." series, focusing on scientific and technological subjects. The comprehensive 20-page assembly manual is not just a guide but also an informative resource, offering insights into the Shinkai 6500's functions and the history of manned submersibles, all supervised by JAMSTEC staff and including pilot interviews.
What's Included:
- 1/48 Shinkai 6500 model kit
- LED unit (pre-assembled)
- Test batteries (LR44 x 3)
- Pilot figure
- Co-pilot figure
- Researcher figure
- Swimmer figures (x2)
- Dedicated display base
- 20-page assembly instruction manual
Specifications:
- Scale: 1/48
- Assembled Length: Approximately 19.6 cm (7.7 inches)
- Material: PS, ABS, PVC
- Battery Type: LR44 x 3 (test batteries included)
Please note: Plastic model cement and a Phillips screwdriver are required for assembly and are sold separately.
