{"product_id":"arma-hobby-70087-1-72-nakajima-ki-43-ii-otsu-hayabusa-oscar","title":"Nakajima Ki-43-II Otsu Hayabusa ‘Oscar’","description":"\u003cp\u003eNakajima Ki-43-II Hayabusa 1\/72 (70087) – 2 marking options (Burma \u0026amp; China), masks, decals and 3D detail file included.\u003cbr\u003e\nModel Nakajima Ki-43 II Hayabusa in 1\/72 scale\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWaiting for the kit and don’t want to miss a deal? Subscribe to our Newsletter!\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat’s inside the box:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003ePlastic sprues (grey and clear parts)\u003cbr\u003e\n    Decals for two marking options\u003cbr\u003e\n    Painting masks for canopy and wheels\u003cbr\u003e\n    Instruction manual\u003cbr\u003e\n    3D-printable detail file\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e3D printable file – available via QR code or link in the instruction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3D file includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eexhaust stacks – two variants\u003cbr\u003e\n    rear bulkhead with pilot’s seat and harness\u003cbr\u003e\n    machine gun barrels\u003cbr\u003e\n    oil cooler\u003cbr\u003e\n    fuel cooler\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMarking options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eNakajima Ki-43-II, 64th Sentai, 3rd Chutai, Lt. Yohei Hinoki, Burma, 1943–44\u003cbr\u003e\n    Nakajima Ki-43-II, 25th Sentai, 2nd Chutai, Sgt. Maj. Iwataro Hazawa, China, 1944\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNakajima Ki-43 II Hayabusa 70087\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nakajima Ki-43 Hayabusa (“Peregrine Falcon”), known to the Allies as “Oscar,” was the primary fighter of the Imperial Japanese Army Air Force for most of World War II. Comparable in role to the Spitfire or Messerschmitt Bf 109, it remained in continuous development and production throughout the conflict.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough often overshadowed by the famous Mitsubishi A6M “Zero,” the Hayabusa played a crucial role over mainland Asia and the Pacific – in China, Burma, Malaya, the Philippines and New Guinea. In the early stages of the war, its exceptional manoeuvrability and climb rate made it a formidable opponent, capable of outclassing many Allied fighters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned in the late 1930s by Nakajima and based on experience with the Ki-27, the aircraft followed a lightweight philosophy focused on agility and performance, achieved at the expense of armour protection and heavy armament. This reflected Japanese air combat doctrine, which emphasised manoeuvrability and pilot skill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs the war progressed, the Ki-43 became increasingly outdated and was gradually replaced by more advanced types such as the Ki-84 Hayate. Nevertheless, it remained in service until the end of the war, including use in special attack units.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arma Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53098708107531,"sku":"70087","price":21.59,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/1809\/4091\/files\/big_70087-web.jpg?v=1778150098","url":"https:\/\/anglia-models.com\/de\/products\/arma-hobby-70087-1-72-nakajima-ki-43-ii-otsu-hayabusa-oscar","provider":"Anglia Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}