Completed 1/72 Jet Beetle model with Special Submarine S attached under the fuselage, displaying red and silver Science Special Search Party livery with “SIII” and “S16” markings on a flight stand.

Hasegawa Jet Beetle with Special Submarine S ships Aug. 20 in Japan

By Juan Carlos Orellana | Artrovo Gundam | Aug. 19, 2025

Shipments begin Wednesday, Aug. 20 in Japan for Hasegawa’s limited 1/72 Jet Beetle with Special Submarine S, a tribute to the Science Special Search Party aircraft from Ultraman. The tax-in MSRP is ¥4,950, with the maker noting that some retailers may put stock out slightly later.

On the box: parts come molded in light gray with decals for canopy frames and optional markings—“SIII,” “117” and “118.” A display stand is included, plus a translucent acrylic plate printed with the Shooting Star emblem. The S-type sub mounts under the fuselage to complete the screen-look loadout.

Translucent acrylic stand shaped like the Science Special Search Party shooting‑star emblem with blue and red lines, included in the Jet Beetle kit.
Clear acrylic stand featuring the Shooting Star emblem included in the Jet Beetle set; used to display the model in flight.

Pricing and the Aug. 20 ship start were listed in trade press coverage that also linked major Japanese retailers carrying the item. Hasegawa’s listing for this limited run highlights the acrylic stand; export timing was not provided at posting.

For importers and collectors outside Japan, availability will depend on distributor orders and freight schedules. If you’re aiming for day-one delivery, Japanese retailers remain the earliest route.

Fact box:

  • Scale/subject: 1/72 Jet Beetle with Special Submarine S (limited)
  • Price (JP): ¥4,950 (tax incl.)
  • Color/decal notes: light-gray parts; canopy-frame decals; markings “SIII,” “117,” “118”
  • In-box: display stand; Shooting Star–emblem acrylic plate; attachable S-type sub
  • Ship date (JP): Aug. 20, 2025 (JST); store timing may vary
  • Item code / JAN: SP652 / 4967834524521
  • Region: Japan (overseas timing not announced)

Sources (accessed Aug. 19, 2025):

  • HOBBY Watch — shipment notice with price, date, contents, and retailer links.  
  • AmiAmi — product listing confirming list price ¥4,950, late-August timing, JAN 4967834524521.  
  • Plaza Japan — listing detailing acrylic stand (Shooting Star emblem), light-gray molding, and decal options (“SIII,” “117,” “118”).  
  • Amazon Japan — title/metadata showing Hasegawa special edition code SP652 and ¥4,950 price.
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