Eduard 49822 Ki-61-Id TAMIYA 1/48 – Photo-Etched Set for Hien Model

The Eduard 49822 set is a high-quality modeling accessory dedicated to the plastic model of the Ki-61-Id "Hien" fighter aircraft in 1/48 scale by TAMIYA. This product is intended for demanding modelers who wish to enhance the interior and exterior details of this Japanese World War II aircraft. Eduard, a Czech leader in the modeling industry, offers here a complete set of photo-etched parts that allow for the precise recreation of even the most intricate details.

Historical Information and Context of Use

The Ki-61 Hien (Japanese for “Swallow”) was one of the most famous Japanese fighter aircraft used during World War II. Designed by Kawasaki, it entered service in Imperial Japan around 1943. It stood out thanks to its (for Japanese designs, unusual) liquid-cooled inline engine, distinguishing it from competing aircraft that used radial engines. It saw combat on many fronts, including actions over New Guinea, the Philippines, Okinawa, as well as the defense of the Japanese home islands against USAAF and US Navy bombing raids.

Product Details

• Scale: 1/48 – a perfect fit for the TAMIYA Ki-61-Id model.
• Country of use: Japan (Imperial Japanese Army Air Force).
• Historical period: World War II (produced and used from 1943 until the end of the war).
• Set includes: precisely made photo-etched metal parts (stainless steel/mesh).
• Intended for: cockpit details, instrument panels, pilot seatbelts, small interior details, and exterior hatches and structural elements.
• Category: Photo-etched set (modeling accessory for plastic scale models).

Product Usage and Recommendation

Eduard 49822 Ki-61-Id is a product for ambitious aircraft modelers who wish to achieve a higher level of realism in building World War II aircraft. Photo-etched accessories not only improve the look of the cockpit but also emphasize the precision and historical accuracy of the model. The set is especially recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers with experience working with metal parts.

Difficulty level: 4/5 – the set requires skills in cutting, bending, and precise assembly of small photo-etched parts.

If you want to represent the Ki-61-Id in the most realistic way possible, Eduard 49822 is a choice that will deliver a satisfying result and make your model stand out at any exhibition.