Released in March 2023
finemolds 1/48 This is the fastest record machine for the Asia-Europe route, "Kamikaze." FB26 Kariganega Tatsuushinrenra Released in March 2023
[Product introduction]
finemolds 1/48 This is the fastest record machine for the Asia-Europe route, "Kamikaze".
[About the actual aircraft]
In order to celebrate the coronation of King George VI of England to be held in London, Asahi Shimbun produced a prototype of the Type 97 Detective, which had not yet been adopted by the army. He takes over the plane and plans to set a high-speed record flight to London. Although air routes connecting Japan and Europe had not been established at that time, the kamikaze train departed from Tachikawa on April 6, 1937, taking a total of 94 hours, 17 minutes, and 56 seconds. Arrived in London on April 9th. We will set a world record for the fastest route between Asia and Europe. At this time, Japan was considered to be underdeveloped in terms of aircraft development, and this record was praised with astonishment from all over the world.
[Kit Features]
2018 New mold 1/48 scale plastic model for the first time. Pursuing a design that is easy to assemble without compromising precision. The heat dissipation fins of the engine are precisely reproduced using a laser engraving machine. The exterior also faithfully reproduces the height of the windshield, which is the difference from the Type 97 Headquarters Reconnaissance Aircraft Type 1. The rigging inside the cockpit is also precisely reproduced. In addition to the characteristic markings of Kamikaze, the kit also includes special parts. A detailed manual of the actual machine will be included.
[Accessory markings]
Kamikaze (outbound specification) Kamikaze (return specification)
[Product specifications]
1/48 scale unpainted assembly kit□