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The Kawasaki T-4 is a twin-engine jet trainer aircraft of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force. The Japan Air Self-Defense Force was forced to select a new trainer to replace the aging T-33A and T-1. In fiscal year 1981, a budget for a new trainer was approved andthe MTX (New Medium Jet Trainer) project was launched. The JASDF uses the T-4 for intermediate training duties -- it's a sharp little plane that's also the mount of Japan's aerobatic team, the "Blue Impulse." This is a sharp little kit, too, with fine engraved panel detail and decals for all the units that fly the T-4.

The A6M Zero Type 52 was a Japanese Navy fighter plane that served during World War II and the Pacific War. The Zero Type 21, feared by its enemies as a high-performance aircraft, began to lose speed and armament to the newer enemy fighters by the 1943s . The Type 52 was developed following the Type 32 and Type 22. To improve speed, the wings were shortened to 11 meters, the cowling (the engine cover) was redesigned , and a single thrust exhaust (an exhaust pipe that used the engine exhaust to generate some thrust) was added. This allowed the Zero Type 52 to reach a maximum speed of 590 km/h, 25 km faster than the Zero Type 22's maximum speed of 565 km/h. A total of approximately 6,000 Zero Type 52 aircraft were produced, and the planes served until Japan's defeat in the Pacific War. Hasegawa's A6M5 Zero kit with markings for 3 aircraft - one from the 653rd Flying Group flown by the Group Commander from the carrier Zuikaku (see box art), one from the 261st Flying Group and one from the 253rd Flying Group flown by W.O. T .Iwamoto.

The Bell AH-1S Cobra is an attack helicopter designed to support ground forces. The Cobra series was developed from the UH-1 Iroquois to escort the CH-47 Chinook transport helicopterduring the Vietnam War. This model features a Lycoming T53-L-703 turboshaft engine and a reinforced powertrain to accommodate the increased power output. The increased power output also allows for a larger armament load. The maximum armament load is eight TOW missiles, 38 rockets, and a triple 20mm nose-mounted cannon with 760 rounds of ammunition. The AH-1S is also licensed and deployed by the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force as an anti-tank helicopter. Combined with OH-6 helicopters, anti-tank helicopter squadronsare formed in Hokkaido and other areas. Hasegawa's Cobra kit with markings for the Japanese Ground Self Defense Forces (shark mouth scheme -- see the beautiful Shigeo Koike box art). Engraved panel lines.

Hasegawa brings us a model kit of the Eurofighter Typhoon single-seat type at the time of its first visit to Japan! Decals are included to reproduce the special "Air Ambassador" paint at the time of the goodwill visit, featuring flags of many nations, of the Luftwaffe 74th Tactical Air Force Wing "Rapid Pacific 2022" aircraft 31+11 from 2022. Specifications Size: 22.1cm long, 15.3cm wingspan when completed Includes decals

This 1/72-scale model kit from Hasegawa reproduces the Type 96 Land Attack Aircraft deployed to the Miyazaki Air Group! Armaments include torpedoes, eight 60kg bombs, and two 250kg bombs. New decals are included for the Miyazaki Naval Air Group's aircraft Miya-302, and the Hsintake Naval Air Group's aircraft Shin-307.  Features The armament can be selected from torpedoes, 8 x 60 kg bombs, or 2 x 250 kg bombs. The package illustration is by Tankuro Kato. Specifications Size: 22.8cm long, 34.7cm wingspan when completed Decals (markings) Miyazaki Naval Air Group's aircraft "Miya-302" Hsinchu Naval Air Group's aircraft "Shin-307"

This aircraft was loaned to NASA in 1971 as a replacement for the YF-12A No. 3, which was lost in an accident; it was given the name YF-12C. Decals are included for the YF-12C (SR-71A) NASA aircraft numbered 06937 from 1971, as well as the SR-71A NASA aircraft numbered 844 with both the new and old logo. Markings YF-12C(SR-71A) - NASA Code: 06937 (61-7951) (64-17951) 1971 SR-71A - NASA Code: 844 (61-7980) (64-17980) New logo SR-71A - NASA Code: 844 (61-7980) (64-17980) Old logo Specifications Mold Color: Black Size: 47.2cm long when completed Includes: New decals

This 1/72-scale model kit of the Nakajima Ki-49 Donryu II type recreates the 3rd Squadron aircraft, with the yellow unit markings on the vertical stabilizer! Decals are included for the Japanese Army 62md Squadron, 3rd Squadron (Borneo, 1944), and the Japanese Army 62nd Squadron, 2nd Squadron. 23.3cm long when completed.

This model kit from Hasegawa builds into a 1/72-scale replica of the H8K2 Flying Boat belonging to the 851st Naval Air Group! The vertical stabilizer features a white-bordered aircraft number. New decals are included for the 851st Naval Air Group aircraft 51-051 (1944), and 851st Naval Air Group aircraft 51-049 (early 1944). Specifications 40.8cm long when completed New decals for 2 versions

This 1/72-scale model kit from Hasegawa builds into a replica of the F-35 Lightning II (A) deployed to the 303rd Squadron at Komatsu Air Base in April 2025! The vertical stabilizer features the low-visibility version of the dragon unit marking. A display stand is included. New decals are included for the Japan Air Self-Defense Force, 6th Wing, 303rd Squadron, aircraft 741, Komatsu Air Base, 2025, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force, 6th Wing, 303rd Squadron, aircraft 743, Komatsu Air Base, 2025. Specifications 21.7cm long when completed New decals for 2 versions

The Mitsubishi F-2 is a support jet fighter of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force.The JASDF has deployed the F-15J interceptor fighter to defend against threats from fighters and bombers, while the F-1 support fighter has been used to defend against threats from ships and tanks. The F-2 was developed jointly by Japan and the United States as a successor to the F-1. Initially called the FS-X, this aircraft was based on the F-16 andwas designed using the latest technology. Itsdistinctive external design includes a fuselage and wings that are slightly larger than those of the F-16, a larger radome to accommodate a new radar, anda three-section canopy to protect against bird strikes during low-altitude flight. Decals (markings) 4th Air Wing, 21st Squadron (Matsushima Air Base) Aircraft belonging to the 3rd Squadron, 3rd Air Wing (Misawa Air Base)

The RF-4 is a multi-sensor tactical reconnaissance aircraft. This aircraft had significantly greater capacity than previous fighter reconnaissance aircraft, making it an all-weather multi-sensor aircraft equipped with electronic and infrared sensors in addition to conventional cameras. The RF-4E (Model 98LG) was an aircraft in which the nose of the RF-4C was transplanted onto the airframe of an F-4E without leading edge slats . The first production aircraft made its maiden flight on September 15, 1970, and all 150 aircraft produced were exported to Western countries, including West Germany, Japan, Israel, Iran, Turkey, and Greece. The Japan Air Self-Defense Force ordered 14 aircraft in April 1973 as a successor to the RF-86F, and received all of them in March 1975, establishing the 501st Reconnaissance Squadron at Hyakuri Air Base in Ibaraki Prefecture. Kit includes markings for 5 aircraft, all from the 501st Squadron of the JASDF Air Reconnaissance Group, and each with colorful and distinctive nose art.

Reissue of the Hasegawa 1/48 scale A-7 Corsair II kit with all parts and decals to build it as either a USAF A-7D or a USN A-7E.  The instruction book is split right down the middle, with the complete instructions for the E followed by the complete instructions for the D. So no hassles of jumping steps or trying to figure out in any given step what you need to do or don't need to do. Simply decide at the start which version you want and ignore the other three pages in the instructions!  Decals are provided for a high-vis A-7E of VA-82 "Marauders", a low-vis A-7E of VA-15 "Valions" and a wraparound-camouflage A-7D of the 4450th TG. See box photo or art for marking details.

This limited-edition deluxe model kit from Hasegawa brings us the AH-64D Apache Longbow with Japan Ground Self-Defense Force detail-up parts! Photo-etched parts for the mesh and rear antenna (brass-ground) are included, as are new decals; the package illustration is by Tadashiro Kato. Features 36.7cm long, 30.5cm rotor width when completed Includes new decals, photo-etched parts, brass-ground parts