Eduard CX051 Ki-45 Toryu / Nick HASEGAWA 1/72 – painting masks

Eduard CX051 is a professional set of painting masks dedicated to the Kawasaki Ki-45 Toryu ("Nick") aircraft model, produced by Hasegawa in 1:72 scale. This product is an invaluable aid for modelers striving for a perfect finish on the canopy and landing gear wheels of the Japanese World War II fighter.

Product specification

• Intended for: Kawasaki Ki-45 Toryu (Nick) Hasegawa 1/72 models
• Material: professional masking film
• Manufacturer: Eduard (Czech Republic)
• Category: painting masks for plastic models
• Catalogue number: CX051
• Scale: 1:72

Historical description of the base model

The Kawasaki Ki-45 Toryu was a twin-engine heavy fighter used by the Imperial Japanese Army between 1941 and 1945, during World War II. It was renowned for taking part in combat against Allied B-29 bombers over Japan, as well as escort missions and attacks on ground targets in Southeast Asia. Thanks to its distinctive canopy and cockpit shape, precise masking is essential to accurately reproduce this aircraft.

Functionality and advantages of Eduard CX051 masks

• Perfect fit for Hasegawa Ki-45 Toryu components
• Precise cuts allow masking even the most complex canopy shapes
• Professional masking film prevents paint from seeping and leaves no adhesive residue after removal
• Includes masks for the canopy and landing gear wheels
• Significantly reduces painting time and increases the precision of model detail finishing

Who is it recommended for?

The Eduard CX051 mask set is ideal for both beginner and advanced modelers building the Kawasaki Ki-45 in 1:72 scale. Especially recommended for those who appreciate quick and professional finishing of aircraft models and want to highlight the realism of the cockpit and landing gear without the risk of damage from inaccurate masking.

Difficulty level: 2/5

Eduard CX051 is an essential accessory in the workshop of every aviation modeling enthusiast and collectors of Japanese WWII fighter replicas.