Hasegawa 1/72 Kugisho P1Y2-S Kyokkoh Frances

Demands for the design of the P1Y were impossible to accommodate-Japan wanted a dive/torpedo/medium level bomber as fast as the Zero with the range and payload of the G4M plus Nakajima Homare engines. The aircraft resulting from such a convoluted craft rapidly proved difficult to operate. It was modified to a night fighter for the P1Y2-S with radar and 20mm cannons. However, even this version couldn't operate at altitudes high enough to capture the B-29. Limited edition kit features two sets of decals.

Decal Options

• P1Y2-S Kyokkoh prototype 1 May 1944
• IJN 302nd NFG 2nd SQ. Code: Yo D-196

Parts come molded in surprisingly bright orange (for a military aircraft kit!) with clear for the canopy and other windows. Measures 208mm long and 278mm wide when completed.