RS Models 48007 Manshu Ki-79 A/B 1/48 – Plastic Aircraft Model Kit

RS Models 48007 Manshu Ki-79 A/B in 1/48 scale is a precise plastic model kit representing the legendary Japanese training aircraft from World War II. This kit is a faithful miniature of the trainer fighter produced under license from Nakajima by the Manshū company in Manchuria, as a development of the popular Nakajima Ki-27 fighter.

The Manshu Ki-79 A and B were widely used by the Imperial Manchukuo Air Force and the Japanese Army, mainly during the late years of World War II. Manufactured in Manchuria, the Ki-79 served as an advanced trainer aircraft. The two variants differ primarily in cockpit configuration – A was a single-seater, while B was a two-seat version. Introducing these machines into service enabled fighter pilots to train on aircraft with real combat performance, which was crucial given the increasing needs of the Japanese air forces between 1942 and 1945.

• Scale: 1/48
• Country of use: Manchukuo, Japan
• Historical period: World War II (years 1942-1945)
• Material: high quality polystyrene (plastic)
• Variants: kit allows building either A or B version
• Contents: plastic sprues, decals, assembly instructions

We especially recommend this model to intermediate and advanced aircraft modelers, as well as collectors of aviation equipment from the Far East during World War II. Realistic details on the wing, fuselage, and cockpit surfaces capture the unique silhouette of the Ki-79. As a plastic kit, it requires separate purchase of glue and paints, allowing for full personalization of the finish and markings. The model can be assembled with an open cockpit and can be further detailed with aftermarket model accessories.

This product is the perfect choice for modelers who appreciate historically accurate replicas of rarely seen aircraft from Asian fronts. It will be valued by both Japanese aviation enthusiasts and collectors of rare trainer types.
Build difficulty level: 3/5