{"product_id":"1-700-german-z-class-xz37-39-destroyer-project-barbara-waterline","title":"Tamiya 1\/700 German Destroyer Z Class - 31908","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe German Z Class Destroyer, which served in actions off Narvik, Norway, and as escort to the\u003cbr\u003e\nBattle cruiser Scharnhorst prior to her final sortie, is available as a 1\/700 Waterline Series\u003cbr\u003e\nmodel. This set includes parts to build 2 destroyers, and allows depiction of either early version\u003cbr\u003e\nor late-war Project Barbara configuration.\r\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Z class destroyer was constructed during Germanys rearmament prior to WWII. The\u003cbr\u003e\ncomparatively large hull and high temperature\/high pressure boilers combined with efficient\u003cbr\u003e\nGerman workmanship for an imposing and effective ship. A large number of destroyers,\u003cbr\u003e\ndesignated Z1 to Z43, were deployed between 1935 and 1944. The early types (Z1-22) were\u003cbr\u003e\nrelatively lightly armed with five 12.7cm guns, while the 1936A Type (Z23-30) and 1936A\u003cbr\u003e\nMobilization Type (Z31-34, Z37-39) featured heavier 15cm guns. As air power began to play a\u003cbr\u003e\ndominant role in naval warfare, plans were drawn up in 1944 under code-name Barbara to add\u003cbr\u003e\nair-defenses to the Z class destroyers. This was to comprise fourteen 37mm (6 coaxial, 2 single)\u003cbr\u003e\nand ten 20mm (3 coaxial, 1 quad) cannon as well as six 8.6cm RAG rocket launchers, with\u003cbr\u003e\nsome variations between individual ships.\r\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eKit includes two 1\/700 scale assembly models of the German Z Class Destroyer.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is a renewal of an existing item (31905) which includes new parts allowing depiction of\u003cbr\u003e\nthe late version Project Barbara configuration of Z37-Z39 destroyers.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKit allows construction of either early or late version destroyers.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage and instruction manual have been re-designed.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut-out paper flag sheet included to reproduce ships flags.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"seo-breadcrumb-links\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tamiya\"\u003eTamiya\u003c\/a\u003e » \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tamiya-plastic-model-kits\"\u003ePlastic Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e » \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tamiya-ship-model-kits\"\u003eShip\u003c\/a\u003e » \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tamiya-1-700-ship-model-kits\"\u003e1\/700 Ship\u003c\/a\u003e » Tamiya 1\/700 German Destroyer Z Class - 31908\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild Better Models with Tamiya\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is part of the Tamiya lineup known for precision engineering, strong fit, and hobby-friendly design. It is a solid choice for modelers looking for accurate detail, better assembly quality, and dependable results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePopular Search Terms for This Product\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTamiya 1\/700 German Destroyer Z Class - 31908 fits into several long-tail search categories used by hobbyists looking for detailed Tamiya kits and scale modeling supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTamiya 1\/700 ship model kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/700 scale ship kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTamiya ship kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Related Tamiya Collections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tamiya-ship-model-kits\"\u003eTamiya ship model kits\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tamiya-1-700-ship-model-kits\"\u003e1\/700 ship model kits\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tamiya-sanding-sticks\"\u003eTamiya sanding sticks\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tamiya-masking-tape\"\u003eTamiya masking tape\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tamiya-plastic-cement-glue\"\u003eTamiya plastic cement\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat type of modeler is this kit best for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTamiya 1\/700 German Destroyer Z Class - 31908 is a strong choice for hobbyists interested in 1\/700 scale tamiya ship builds, detailed finishing, and accurate Tamiya engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat tools are recommended for this product?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor best results, use sanding sticks, masking tape, plastic cement, and other Tamiya tools designed for model assembly and finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I find similar products?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse the related collection links below to browse matching Tamiya category, scale, and country-specific collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What type of modeler is Tamiya 1\/700 German Destroyer Z Class - 31908 best for?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Tamiya 1\/700 German Destroyer Z Class - 31908 is a strong choice for hobbyists interested in 1\/700 scale tamiya ship builds, detailed finishing, and accurate Tamiya engineering.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What tools are recommended for this product?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"For best results, use sanding sticks, masking tape, plastic cement, and other Tamiya tools designed for model assembly and finishing.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Where can I find similar products?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Use the related collection links on the page to browse matching Tamiya category, scale, and country-specific collections.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46783089901824,"sku":"TAM31908","price":9.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/6453\/5552\/files\/1700-german-z-class-xz37-39-destroyer-project-barbara-waterline-9461325.jpg?v=1760788383","url":"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/products\/1-700-german-z-class-xz37-39-destroyer-project-barbara-waterline","provider":"Fusion Scale Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}