Revell 03982 Kawasaki HIEN TONY (1/72)

The Revell 03982 Kawasaki HIEN TONY model in 1/72 scale is a precise plastic assembly kit, depicting one of the most famous Japanese fighters of World War II — the Kawasaki Ki-61 Hien, known to the Allies as "Tony." It is a product of the renowned Revell brand, highly regarded by modelers worldwide for its excellent craftsmanship and authentic detailing of historic aircraft.

• Scale: 1/72
• Country of use: Japan (Imperial Japanese Army Air Force)
• Material: High-quality plastic
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Kit contents: parts for self-assembly, assembly instructions, decals with historical markings
• Build difficulty level: 2 (for beginner and intermediate modelers)
• Dimensions when built: wingspan approximately 167 mm; fuselage length approx. 125 mm

The Kawasaki Ki-61 Hien first took to the skies in 1941, with mass production starting a year later. The aircraft was used by the Japanese Air Force mainly during World War II, primarily in the Pacific theater and in the defense of the Japanese home islands against American bombing raids. Thanks to the inline Kawasaki Ha-40 engine (a licensed version of the German DB 601), the Hien stood out with its slender silhouette, significant maximum speed, and excellent high-altitude performance. It fought both against B-29 bombers and in numerous air battles over China and New Guinea.

The Revell 03982 model perfectly replicates details of the construction, such as the characteristic air intakes, panel lines, and landing gear. The decals allow you to apply historic markings and personalize the model in accordance with the original. The product does not include glue or paints, allowing each modeler to choose products that best suit their preferences.

We recommend this kit to all aviation enthusiasts of the World War II era and to modelers looking for an exciting Japanese fighter for their collection. The difficulty level is rated at 2/5 – making it suitable both for beginners and those with little modeling experience. The detailed instruction and clearly marked parts make assembly satisfying and provide an impressive finished model.