Hasegawa 07528 Nakajima C6N1 CARRIER RECON. PLANE SAIUN (MYRT) PROTOTYPE 1/48

Hasegawa 07528 Nakajima C6N1 Carrier Recon. Plane Saiun (Myrt) Prototype 1/48 – plastic aircraft model kit

The Hasegawa 07528 model represents the Japanese carrier-based reconnaissance aircraft Nakajima C6N1 Saiun (Allied designation "Myrt") in its prototype version, replicated in the popular 1/48 scale. This is a high-quality plastic model kit that impresses with its excellent reproduction of structural details and precise molding. It is intended for advanced modellers and aviation history enthusiasts, particularly those interested in WWII.

Brief historical overview of the Nakajima C6N1 Saiun ("Myrt") aircraft

The Nakajima C6N1 Saiun was designed as a modern, fast long-range reconnaissance aircraft for the Imperial Japanese Navy. The prototype first flew in 1943, and these machines were primarily used during the central and late stages of World War II. Thanks to its high speed and excellent performance, the C6N1 effectively conducted reconnaissance missions over the Pacific, providing crucial information about the location of Allied forces during battles such as the Philippines, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa. Its advanced aerodynamics and powerful engine often enabled it to avoid interception by enemy fighters.

• Model scale: 1/48
• Country of origin (of the original): Japan
• Historical period: World War II (1943–1945)
• Model material: high-quality polystyrene plastic
• Category: plastic model kit
• Assembly difficulty level: 3/5 (medium – for modellers with basic experience in plastic modelling)
• Items included: detailed sprues with parts, clear plastic canopy, decals, and assembly instructions
• The set does not include extra accessories such as photo-etched parts or resin components

Why choose this model?

We recommend this model to enthusiasts of Japanese aviation and collectors of unique WWII aircraft designs. Hasegawa ensures excellent fit of parts and a wealth of accurately replicated panels, rivets, and characteristic prototype details. This model is intended for self-assembly, providing creative fun and an opportunity to develop modelling skills. It works great both as a collection display piece and as a base for individual modelling projects and historical dioramas.