Hasegawa A7 B5N2 Kate (1/72) – plastic aircraft model kit

We present a high-quality plastic model kit of the Hasegawa A7 B5N2 Kate in 1:72 scale, designed by the renowned Japanese company Hasegawa. This product is ideal both for enthusiasts of WWII military aviation and collectors of historic miniatures. The kit does not include glue or paints, allowing modelers to choose their own assembly and painting techniques according to individual preferences.

Historical & technical information

• Scale: 1/72
• Country of use: Japan
• Period of use: World War II (1939–1945)
• Type: torpedo bomber/carrier-based bomber aircraft

Nakajima B5N2 “Kate” was one of the most famous Japanese torpedo bombers used by the Imperial Japanese Navy during World War II. This three-seat carrier-based bomber played a crucial role in the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, forming the backbone of the Japanese carrier air wings. The B5N2 was also used during other major battles, including Midway, the Philippines, and Leyte. While it was technologically advanced at the beginning of the war, it became somewhat outdated in its later stages, yet it continued to be widely used by the Japanese fleet.

Model features

• Material: high-quality plastic
• Category: plastic assembly model kit
• Accurate reproduction of the original aircraft’s silhouette and details
• Cockpit and armament parts prepared for individual painting
• Complete decal set to reproduce authentic unit markings from World War II
• Clear assembly instructions illustrated with step-by-step diagrams

Difficulty level & recommendation

• Difficulty level: 3/5
• Recommended for modelers with basic to intermediate experience
• The set allows you to develop precision assembly and detail painting skills

Hasegawa A7 B5N2 Kate is an excellent choice for aviation history enthusiasts and model builders wishing to enrich their collection with a realistically rendered aircraft of the Japanese Fleet from World War II. The wealth of detail and historical authenticity set this model apart from the competition. Especially recommended for those interested in the Pacific theater of war and the reconstruction of historic machines in 1:72 scale.