IJN Mutsu - Model for small scale printing

The Nagato-class of battleships/ battlecruisers was the final class of battleships built in the late 1910s/ early 1920s by Japan with two units in total. Nagato and Mutsu were built shortly after WW1, taking in the knowledge gained at Jutland by the Royal Navy. Since the Washington Treaty went into effect, the two remained the only two mayor units launched for over a decade until the Yamato-class entered service. Prior and during WW2 both units recieved several upgrades, yet only Nagato survived the war. Mutsu detonated in 1943 whilst being at anchor, sinking immediately. Until today it is unknown what exactly caused the detonation of the magazine. The most likely explanation is either a planned detonation to scuttle the ship, or an accident where open fire ignited parts of the ammunition. Since there is no detailed documentation about the mishap, the real cause for the sinking will remain a mystery. Large parts were later raised and scrapped, a few barrels being used as pieces in museums and memorials.