I've seen this same product online for Â£70. However, this one is labelled 'premium'. What's the difference, please?

The Battleship Yamato has two kinds, "No.25" and "No.30".The labelled 'premium' is "No.25". "No.25" is a Flagship Model and the detailed structure which had not been reproduced until then was perfectly reproduced.Therefore the price was getting expensive.So "No.30" was renewed as a "plastic model of Battleship Yamato" which is affordable price."No.25" was launched in 04/12/2011."No.30" was launched in 30/03/2013.

Does the premium version include the deck sheets, metal gun parts and deck railings?

hello.Tamiya yamato kit nr 78025 is a very nice kit but wooden deck detail,metal gun barrels and photoetched railings are not included but some transparent windows and photoetched parts and wire and stanchion railings are inciuded.best regards Arve

does the model need to be glued together?

Yes it needs to be glued and to be painted among other things. This is not a die cast kit. If you are seeking for a die cast kit you may look at FORCES OF VALOR Kit No 86014, but in 1/700 scale.

I'm in the process, but before goes wrong, do you know if decals are water decals?

Yes but use one of the Specialist decal applying liquidsCosting around 5 US dollars they soften the decal so it grips betterJoin my face book pagehttps://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=1%3A350%20tamiya%20premium%20yamato%20builds And add information on how yo are progressing

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Tamiya 78025 Japanese Navy Battleship Yamato (1:350 Scale)

Product ID: 47891930

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Age range (description)
Adult
Brand
Tamiya
Colour
Burgundy Cream
Item dimensions L x W x H
11.1 x 22.1 x
Theme
Aircraft

⚓1:350 scale precision

🔩Photo-etched detail components

🛠️160+ intricate parts

R15589

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⚓ Build history. Own the legend. Command your space.

ELITE DETAILING - Photo-etched ladders and radars add an authentic, museum-quality finish that sets your model apart from the rest.
COLLECTORS PRIDE - Join a community of discerning modelers who value craftsmanship and historical accuracy—own a true icon of naval history.
PRECISION ENGINEERING - Enjoy the best-fitting model kit on the market, where every piece clicks perfectly into place—no sanding, no frustration.
MASTERPIECE IN MINIATURE - Experience the legendary Yamato battleship in stunning 1:350 scale with over 160 finely crafted parts that bring history to your workspace.
IMMERSIVE BUILD EXPERIENCE - Challenge your skills with a complex, over-engineered design that rewards patience with a breathtaking final display piece.

The Tamiya 78025 Japanese Navy Battleship Yamato model kit offers an ultra-detailed 1:350 scale replica featuring over 160 precision parts and photo-etched components. Designed for adult modelers, it delivers an exceptional build experience with perfect fit and authentic detailing, making it a prized collectible for enthusiasts of military history and scale modeling.

Specifications

ASIN	B005AFB194
Age Range Description	Adult
Art Craft Kit Type	model kit
Best Sellers Rank	400,480 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 455 in Watercraft Model Building Kits
Brand Name	Tamiya
Colour	Burgundy, Cream White, Grey
Country Of Origin	United Kingdom
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (288)
Global Trade Identification Number	04950344780259
Included Components	MODEL KIT
Item Dimensions	11.1 x 22.1 x 73.1 centimetres
Item Weight	1 Kilograms
Manufacturer	Tamiya
Manufacturer Part Number	78025
Material Type	Plastic, Elastomer, ABS Plastic
Model Name	Yamato
Model Number	TM78025
Number of Packs	1
Number of Pieces	90
Paint Type	Water-based
Product Style	Canvas
Scale	1:350
Seasons	All Seasons
Set Name	World War II Japanese Yamato Combat Ship
Size	Large
Special Features	Photo etched parts for ladders and radars
Subject Character	Military
Theme	Aircraft,Japanese
UPC	798256966804 748224672398 748223574891
Unit Count	1.0 count

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