Techmod 48052 – Kawasaki Ki-61 Hien (1/48) – Decals for the Japanese WWII Fighter

The Techmod 48052 decals are dedicated to the legendary Japanese fighter aircraft Kawasaki Ki-61 Hien in the popular 1/48 scale. The set includes high-quality elements allowing for accurate recreation of unique markings and camouflage schemes for three versions of the Ki-61-I Tei, operated by the elite unit 244th Sentai in Japan during the final months of World War II. The decals feature extremely striking paint variants of the aircraft, including those flown by the legendary Major Teruhiko Kobayashi.

• Scale: 1/48 – ideal for most plastic models available on the market.
• Operator Country: Japan.
• Historical Period: World War II, years 1944-1945.
• Material: High-quality offset decals on a thin, precise carrier film, guaranteeing excellent adhesion to the model surface.
• Painting Options:
  • Ki-61-I Tei, "blue 24", 244 Sentai, Japan, May 1945
  • Ki-61-I Tei, "blue 24", 244 Sentai, Maj. Teruhiko Kobayashi, Japan, April 1945
  • Ki-61-I Tei, "red 24", 244 Sentai, Maj. Teruhiko Kobayashi, Japan, December 1944
• Category: Model decals for 1/48 scale plastic aircraft models.

The Kawasaki Ki-61 Hien is a Japanese World War II fighter, known for its unusual liquid-cooled engine and design reminiscent of Allied fighters. It was intensively used from 1943, especially in the defense of the Japanese homeland against B-29 raids. The famous 244th Sentai, led by Major Kobayashi, became renowned for its combat over Tokyo, often using striking, individual aircraft markings faithfully reproduced in the Techmod decal set.

Why choose Techmod 48052 decals? This brand’s products are valued for their crisp printing, detailed accuracy, and wide variety of options. The precise decals allow for the creation of realistic historical machine replicas and offer ready-to-use painting patterns, appreciated by both beginners and advanced modelers.

• Recommendation: Highly recommended – especially for modelers interested in World War II aviation, Japanese aircraft, and recreating real combat units.
• Difficulty Level: 2/5 – user-friendly product for less experienced modelers, easy to apply.