This TAMIYA scale plastic model kit accurately illustrates the Kawasaki Ki-61-Id Hien. The Hien wound up being formally employed by the Imperial Japanese Army in 1943, and stood out among its Japanese aircraft contemporaries in Pacific War because of its liquid-cooled Ha-40 motor, slimline fuselage and long, elegant wing. Some variations had been produced, one the Ki-61-Id which showcased a 20cm-elongated nose to accommodate 20mm cannons, plus 12.7mm machine firearms in wing. In fact, with 1,360 devices it absolutely was probably one of the most prolifically produced Hien variation; its superior performance at greater altitudes proposed it had been often supplied the brief of accepting incoming U.S. B29 bombers within the skies through the home islands of Japan.
this excellent limited-edition includes molded elements in matte silver color plating to mention the bare duralumin seen on aircraft for example the 244th Air Group (choice B in kit), and camouflage decals included which were formerly supplied on their own.
• 1/72 scale artificial 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; devoted directions 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 sides.
• The fuselage underside radiator/oil cooler is artfully recreated with one piece.
• One-piece canopy provides excellent match fuselage.
• Clear elements are included to reproduce light and weapon sight elements.
• Optional Venturi pipeline and gas cooler parts are included.
