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Nakajima B5N1 “Kate” 1943-44 HA2010 Hobby Master Scale 1:72
Highly detailed Nakajima B5N1 “Kate” 1943-44
Item: HA2010
Scale 1:72
Item: HA2010
Scale 1:72
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Highly detailed Nakajima B5N1 “Kate” 1943-44
Item: HA2010
Scale 1:72
The Nakajima B5N1 first flew in January 1937. It was quite unique for a carrier-aircraft with its low mono wing that folded for storage and wide-track inward folding retractable landing gear. The new Kates were far superior to its competition, the TBD Devastator and the Fairey Swordfish however it did have its shortcomings. It was very poorly
armed for self defense and required A5M escort protection. Also the crew and fuel tanks had no protection. The B5N1 was replaced by the improved B5N2.
The Nakajima B5N1 first flew in January 1937 and soon saw combat during the Sino-Japanese War that revealed several flaws. 1939 saw the introduction of the B5N2 with a larger engine and several modifications compared to the B5N1. Rather than add heavy armor to protect the crew it was hoped that the new aircraft would be faster and
better able to take on the USA aircraft so by 1943 some B5N1s were relegated to flight training at Usa Air Base on Kyushu.
Additional Info
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Stock#HA2010
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BrandHobby Master
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Country of Manufacture
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Scale1:72
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MaterialN/A
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Aircraft TypeFixed-Winged
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EraOther
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AircraftNakajima B5N1
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PropulsionPropeller-Driven
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RoleFighter-Bomber
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CountryJapan
Warning: Choking Hazard!
Contains small parts. Not a toy. Not for children under 3 years.