This TAMIYA scale plastic model kit accurately illustrates the Kawasaki Ki-61-Id Hien. The Hien ended up being formally employed by the Imperial Japanese Army in 1943, and stood out among its Japanese aircraft contemporaries in Pacific War due to its liquid-cooled Ha-40 engine, slimline fuselage and long, elegant wing. A number of variations were produced, one the Ki-61-Id which showcased a 20cm-elongated nose to house 20mm cannons, plus 12.7mm machine firearms in wing. Actually, with 1,360 devices it absolutely was one of the most prolifically produced Hien variation; its superior performance at greater altitudes proposed it absolutely was frequently supplied the brief of taking on incoming U.S. B29 bombers within the skies throughout the home islands of Japan.
this excellent limited-edition includes molded elements in matte silver color plating to state the bare duralumin seen on aircraft for instance the 244th Air Group (choice B in kit), and camouflage decals included which were previously provided independently.
• 1/72 scale synthetic model construction kit. Approx. size: 125mm, approx. wingspan: 167mm.
• The model accurately illustrates the Ki-61-Id Hien with elongated nose and slimline fuselage.
• distinctions from Item 60789: A and B elements are given a matte silver color plated finish; camouflage decals from Item 12683 are included; dedicated instructions for handling of plated elements are included.
• The cockpit parts breakdown is changed from its 1/48 scale counterpart, and certainly will be pre-assembled then slotted on already-built fuselage edges.
• The fuselage underside radiator/oil cooler is artfully recreated with one piece.
• One-piece canopy offers excellent match fuselage.
• Clear elements are included to reproduce light and gun sight components.
• Optional Venturi pipe and gas cooler parts are included.
