IXO Models Junior 1:72 PIXJ015
Kawanishi N1K2 Shiden Kai/George Diecast Model
IJNAS 343rd Kokutai, Naoshi Kanno, Japan, May 1945 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Kawanishi N1K2 Shiden Kai/George | | 5.25" | | 6.5" |
The Kawanishi N1K-J "Shiden" ("Violet Lightning") was an Imperial Japanese Navy land-based version of the N1K. Assigned the Allied codename George, the N1K-J was considered by both its pilots and opponents to be one of the finest land-based fighters flown by the Japanese during World War II.The N1K possessed a heavy armament and, unusually for a Japanese fighter, could absorb considerable battle damage. The N1K-J evenly matched the F6F Hellcat and was a better match than the A6M5 Zeke for such aircraft as the F4U Corsair and P-51 Mustang. Despite such capability, it was produced too late and in insufficient numbers to affect the outcome of the war.
A descendent of the N1K1 floatplane, the Kawanishi N1K2 Shiden Kai “George" was first flown on January 1, 1944. Although its development was plagued by production problems, the N1K2 was nevertheless considered one of the best dogfighters of WWII. It was very well-armed—with four 20mm cannons and two machine guns—and its high speed and agility made it a formidable opponent for any Allied pilot. The N1K2's influence on the war's outcome was limited, though, partially because of B-29 raids on Japanese factories that reduced the ultimate number of N1K2's entering service to just 415. © Copyright 2003-2010 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The IXO Models "Junior 1:72" range presents affordable, ready made diecast models of military aircraft.
IXO "Junior 1:72" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Optional extended/retracted landing gear.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
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