{"product_id":"85502-hasegawa-02481-kugisho-p1y1-sp1y2-ginga-frances-type11type16-quotnight-fighterqu-pl","title":"Hasegawa 02481 Kugisho P1Y1-S\/P1Y2 Ginga (Frances) Type11\/Type16 \"Night Fighter\" 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eHasegawa 02481 Kugisho P1Y1-S\/P1Y2 Ginga (Frances) Type11\/Type16 \"Night Fighter\" 1\/72 – plastic model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eHasegawa 02481 Kugisho P1Y1-S\/P1Y2 Ginga (Frances) Type 11\/Type 16 \"Night Fighter\" 1\/72\u003c\/strong\u003e is an advanced model kit for World War II aviation enthusiasts and fans of Japanese military designs. This high-quality 1\/72 scale plastic model kit features two variants of the legendary night fighter of the Imperial Japanese Navy: the P1Y1-S Type 11 and the P1Y2 Type 16.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eTechnical data and kit contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/72 – ideal proportions for collectors and diorama builders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCountry of service: Japan, Imperial Navy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePeriod of use: \u003cstrong\u003eWorld War II (1943–1945)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality injection-molded plastic, ensuring precision of detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe kit includes decals for both variants – P1Y1-S Type 11 and P1Y2 Type 16.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOptional configuration elements – the model can be displayed with landing gear, canopy, and control surfaces in open or closed positions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRealistically reproduced cockpit and armament details – including the obliquely mounted 20 mm cannon designed to combat Allied bombers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThis is a kit that requires assembly and painting (glue and paints sold separately).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Hasegawa – a renowned model brand famous for attention to detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLength of finished model: approx. 19 cm; wingspan: 25 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical background of the model\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Kugisho P1Y Ginga, known to the Allies as \"Frances\", was designed at the Yokosuka Naval Air Arsenal as a fast maritime bomber. This aircraft was primarily used during the Pacific campaign between 1943 and 1945. As the threat from heavy B-29 bombers increased, the P1Y was converted into a night fighter (P1Y1-S, and later P1Y2 Type 16 with more efficient Mitsubishi Kasei engines). It fought mainly over the Japanese home islands, effectively countering Allied strategic bombing raids.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWho do we recommend this model for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eHasegawa 02481 Kugisho P1Y1-S\/P1Y2 Ginga \"Night Fighter\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level 4\/5) due to its complexity and rich detail. It is a challenge both for fans of historic combat aircraft and collectors specializing in Asian World War II aviation. An excellent choice for enthusiasts of realistic details and unique aircraft profiles!\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hasegawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54803141230926,"sku":"HA02481","price":33.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/c6f082baecfa7186d4d0c2daeaa339b3.png?v=1757318621","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/85502-hasegawa-02481-kugisho-p1y1-sp1y2-ginga-frances-type11type16-quotnight-fighterqu-pl","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}