Hasegawa 1:72 Kyushu J7W1 18-Shi Interceptor Fighter Shinden HAD20

Hasegawa  1:72 Kyushu J7W1 18-Shi Interceptor Fighter Shinden HAD20

 The Kyushu J7W Shinden is a Japanese, single-engine, metal-structure duck-based experimental interceptor from the end of World War II. Although the work on the duck-shaped planes started in 1942, the flight of the prototype took place only on August 3, 1945. The last two test flights took place in the last days of the war and the prototype was only 45 minutes long. flight. The propulsion was a Mitsubishi Ha-43-41 engine with a capacity of 2030KM moving the push propeller, which unfortunately caused too much vibration and made manoeuvrers difficult during test flights. Accordingly, a version of the J7W2 Shinden-Kai was developed, which was planned to be equipped with a turbojet engine. This version never got past the design stage. Technical data: length: 9.66m, wingspan: 11.11m, height: 3.92m, maximum speed: 750km / h, climb speed: 12.5m / s, maximum range: 850km, maximum ceiling 12000m, armament: permanent -4 30mm Type 5 cannons.

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This 1/72 scale kit from Hasegawa represents the Kyushu J7W1 Shinden, an experimental interceptor developed by Japan during the final stages of WWII. Featuring a distinctive canard configuration with forward-mounted wings and a rear-mounted propeller, the aircraft stands out as one of the most unusual fighter designs of the period.

The model captures the unique layout and sharp lines of the Shinden, with finely engraved panel lines and accurate proportions throughout. Its unusual design makes it a striking addition to any collection, offering something different from more conventional aircraft subjects.

• 1/72 scale plastic model kit of Kyushu J7W1 Shinden
• Experimental interceptor with canard wing configuration
• Finely engraved panel lines and surface detail
• Distinctive rear-mounted propeller design
• Accurate airframe and proportions
• Clean moulding for precise assembly
• Ideal for WWII aircraft collections

History:

The Kyushu J7W1 Shinden was developed late in the Second World War as a high-speed interceptor designed to counter Allied bombers. Its innovative canard layout placed the main wings at the front of the aircraft, with the engine and propeller mounted at the rear, a configuration intended to improve performance and stability.