Eduard 48201 J2M3 Raiden type 21 1/48 (HASEGAWA) – an exceptional plastic model of a Japanese World War II fighter aircraft

Eduard 48201 J2M3 Raiden type 21 1/48 (HASEGAWA) is a high-quality plastic model kit faithfully replicating the legendary Japanese fighter plane from World War II. The Raiden, also known as "Jack" in Allied nomenclature, was used by the Imperial Japanese Navy primarily in defense of the home islands against B-29 bomber raids in 1944-1945. This model allows you to immerse yourself in the Far East theater of war and gain a detailed understanding of the aircraft’s design and features.

• Scale: 1/48 – ideal for those who appreciate a good balance between fine detail and manageable model size.
• User country: Japan, World War II.
• Period: 1944-1945, World War II.
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene), ensuring ease of assembly, durability, and precise replication of fuselage, wing, and cockpit details.
• Set contents: injection-molded plastic sprues (original Hasegawa), decals, assembly instructions, Eduard-designed photo-etched parts enabling you to build a detailed interior and cockpit, as well as highlighting the surface and canopy details.
• Additional accessories: the kit includes photo-etched elements, significantly enhancing realism and the satisfaction of building the model.
• Category: Plastic model kit for assembly (based on the Hasegawa set, upgraded with professional Eduard parts).
• Historical description: The Mitsubishi J2M3 Raiden type 21 was a fast and well-armed interceptor, designed to defend Japan against Allied strategic bombers. It was particularly distinguished during the defense of Kyushu, Honshu, and Tokyo.
• Difficulty level: 3/5 – recommended for intermediate modelers and military aviation enthusiasts wishing to develop their skills working with photo-etched parts.

The Eduard 48201 J2M3 Raiden type 21 1/48 (HASEGAWA) model is highly recommended to all aviation modeling enthusiasts and World War II history buffs. It is an excellent addition to any Japanese fighter collection, offering outstanding detail quality, rich set contents, and authentic construction replication. It lends itself equally well to classic out-of-the-box building as well as more advanced painting and weathering projects.