Oxford Diecast Oxford Aviation AC121
Kawanishi N1K2-J Shiden Kai/George Diecast Model
IJNAS 407th Hikotai, 343rd Kokutai, B343-03, Hiroshi Ohara, Matsuyama Airfield, Japan, April 1945 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Kawanishi N1K2-J Shiden Kai/George | | 5.25" | | 6.5" |
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Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service pilot Hiroshi Ohara flew the Kawanishi N1K2-J Shiden Kai from Matsuyama Air Base during the final months of World War Two. The N1K2-J was one of Japan's finest land based fighters, combining excellent maneuverability, heavy cannon armament, and strong low altitude performance. Operating in the defense of the Japanese home islands, Ohara and fellow pilots intercepted incoming US bomber formations and their fighter escorts. Despite shortages of fuel, experienced aircrew, and replacement aircraft, the Shiden Kai remained a formidable opponent, earning a reputation as one of Japan's most capable late war fighters. A descendent of the N1K1 floatplane, the Kawanishi N1K2-J 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 2003-2026 The Flying Mule, Inc. The Oxford Diecast "Oxford Aviation" range presents affordable, ready made diecast models of military aircraft. Oxford Diecast "Oxford Aviation" diecast airplanes feature: - Diecast metal and plastic construction.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Permanently retracted landing gear.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Fixed, non-spinning plastic propellers.
- No pilot figures.
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