Hasegawa 10854 YS-11E “Electronic Warfare SQ” is a precisely crafted plastic model kit in the unique 1/200 scale, representing a specialized version of the Japanese YS-11 transport aircraft modernized for the role of an electronic warfare (EW) aircraft. The original YS-11 is the most important post-World War II aircraft designed and built in Japan, which initially operated as a civilian regional passenger airplane. However, due to the needs of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF), the YS-11E version was created, thoroughly modified for advanced electronic reconnaissance and jamming operations.

• Model scale: 1/200
• User country: Japan (JASDF – Japan Air Self-Defense Force)
• Purpose: Electronic warfare, reconnaissance, and enemy signal jamming
• Period of use: 1980s – present day; Cold War and modern defense era
• Material: High-quality plastic (the kit does not include glue or paints)
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Additional equipment: Complete decal sheet with JASDF markings and finely detailed electronic components on the fuselage

The Hasegawa YS-11E model stands out for its excellent quality parts and wealth of detail, faithfully representing the aircraft’s unique silhouette and the numerous antennas and sensors typical of the EW version. This kit will especially please modelers interested in modern military aviation and electronic technology, as well as collectors of miniature East Asian military aircraft.

Brief historical note: The YS-11E Electronic Warfare SQ was used by the JASDF from the 1980s, mainly for tasks such as reconnaissance, jamming opponent radio and radar systems, during training and patrol operations in Asian airspace. Thanks to advanced equipment, aircraft of this version provided Japan with a significant technological advantage in the field of electronic warfare during and after the Cold War.

Build difficulty level: 2/5 – this model is recommended for both beginners and intermediate modelers seeking an interesting and slightly exotic aviation project for their collection. Easy undercarriage assembly and a clear instruction manual are additional advantages.

We recommend this model to all aviation enthusiasts, JASDF aircraft collectors, and those looking for unusual topics in the field of electronic warfare. The kit offers satisfying construction and looks impressive both in a display case and on a 1/200 scale airport diorama.