Hasegawa C5 Blue Impulse T-2 1/72 is a high-quality plastic model kit representing the famous Japanese Mitsubishi T-2 training and trainer aircraft in the distinctive livery of the Blue Impulse aerobatic team. The model is designed for modelers who value detail and faithful reproduction of the original at 1/72 scale.

• Scale: 1/72
• Country of use: Japan
• Period of use: Cold War, modern times (1982–1995 with Blue Impulse)
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene)
• Included in the kit: complete decal set for Blue Impulse, clear cockpit canopy, detailed cockpit, optional weapons panel, set of parts for installing a smoke generator
• Dimensions after assembly: length approx. 24.8 cm, wingspan approx. 11 cm
• Category: plastic model kit (Airfix kit)
• Assembly difficulty: 3/5 – recommended for intermediate modelers

The T-2 model from Hasegawa allows you to replicate the version used by the elite Blue Impulse aerobatic team of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force. This aircraft, equipped with two Ishikawajima Harima TF40-IHI-801A engines, could reach speeds of up to Mach 1.6 and was specifically modified for displays with a smoke generator. While flying the T-2, Blue Impulse performed 175 official shows between 1982 and 1995, gaining great popularity among aviation enthusiasts worldwide.

The model accurately reproduces the details of the original, such as the distinctive canopy shape, crew seat arrangement, and wing tips. The kit includes decals allowing you to precisely recreate the paint scheme used by Blue Impulse, including detailed stripes and aerobatic team markings.

We recommend this model especially to modelers with basic to intermediate skills who want to develop their abilities building jet aircraft, as well as collectors of Japanese aviation and air show themes. It is an excellent choice for aviation history enthusiasts and those seeking an impressive exhibit for their military aircraft model collection.

Note: The kit does not include glue or paints – these must be selected separately from the available Hasegawa range or other renowned modeling brands.