1/72 Platz JA Ki-78 KENSAN Plastic Model Kit

The Kensan, a speed research aircraft previously considered a phantom, is now attracting renewed attention thanks to newly released footage of its development. Developed exclusively by the Japanese Army during World War II, the Kensan is known as “Japan’s fastest wing.” Its
compact, sharp styling was designed specifically for speed, with the goal of researching high-speed flight for fighter aircraft design and setting speed records. Its first flight took place in December 1942 (Showa 17). After repeated test flights at Kakamigahara Airfield in Gifu Prefecture, it reached a speed of 699.9 km/h on December 27, 1943, the fastest speed for a domestically produced reciprocating engine aircraft.

• Decals include the “Humna” lettering on the flaps, as seen in the newly released footage.
• The aircraft is constructed from high-quality urethane resin. The fuselage and wings are molded as a single unit. Furthermore, the windshield is molded as a single piece of clear urethane for ease of assembly.
• The propellers and landing gear are made of precision white metal.
• 1/72 scale, total length upon completion is 112mm.
• Uses Unlimited Model parts.
• High-quality silkscreen printed decals.