RS Models 92180 1:72 Kawasaki Ki-61-I Hei

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RS Models 92180 1:72 Kawasaki Ki-61-I Hei The Ki-61 Hien /Type 3 Fighter/ was the only Japanese fighter powered by a liquid cooled, inline inverted engine. The Hien coming at the f rontlines in the summer of 1943 and fly in battles over New Guinea, Philippines, Okinawa, and in the defense of the Japanese Home Islands. Over 3,000 examples of various Ki-61 variants were built. The Ki-61-I Hei was built in conjunction with the Otsu variant. In this variant, the wing machine guns were replaced by Mauser MG151/20 cannons. Total 388 Ki-61s were so modified. The first was completed in September 1943 and last was in July 1944. Max takeoff weight 3,470 kg, max speed 580 km/h at 5,000 m. Show more