Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA2004
Nakajima B5N2 Kate Diecast Model
IJNAS 12th Naval Flying Group, China, 1940
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Nakajima B5N2 Kate | | 5.75" | | 8.5" |
The B5N2 first flew in December 1939 with a new more powerful engine. Even with the extra power the increase in performance was almost negligible but the engine was much more reliable so it was accepted. The new engine meant a new cowling and this gave the pilot a much better view. Right from the outset of WWII the B5N2 was outdated but Japan found itself forced to rely on this plane until 1944 when the new “Jill” became available.
Seeking to expand its territory and gain access to value natural resources Japan invaded China on July 7 1937. One of the aircraft the Japanese were using was the B5N1 Kate but it gradually became necessary to improve this plane so the B5N2 was developed. With a captured air base at Ichang the Japanese were only 240 miles from Chungking. One of the bombing raids on Chungking was on September 15, 1940 when the 12th Flying Group delivered a massive attack with their "Kates".
Designed to meet a 1935 Imperial Japanese Navy requirement for a carrier-based attack bomber to replace the Yokosuka B4Y, the B5N was first flown in January, 1937.© Copyright 2003-2009 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Hobby Master offer the more price-sensitive collector a cheaper alternative to models from leading manufacturers like Corgi and Century Wings. Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Opening canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiors.
- Optional extended/retracted landing gear.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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