1987 Nisshin Maru Whaler Factory Ship

Launched in 1987, the MV Nisshin Maru is the only whaler factory ship in existence and centerpiece of the Japanese whaling fleet. Embarking on yearly voyages to Antarctic waters, Nisshin Maru has been the target of various maritime conservationist groups - namely Greenpeace and Sea Shepherd for many years. This blueprint is released as a scaled down, low cost unarmed vessel intended for 'arm it yourself' campaign and 'research' use. An armed variant will be constructed separately in order to participate in the Neter World Tour challenge on the FtD forums. The armed prospector version with heavier armor, basic weapons and deeper draft, is located here: http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=653954811