Eduard 73596 Ki-49 Donryu / Helen HASEGAWA 1/72 – photo-etched detail set for the model

The Eduard 73596 Ki-49 Donryu / Helen set is dedicated to the popular 1:72 scale Ki-49 bomber model produced by Hasegawa. It is a complete set of photo-etched parts designed for advanced enhancement of both the interior and external details of the model. This product is intended for demanding modelers who want to give their replicas the highest level of realism and faithfully reproduced details of the original aircraft.

The Ki-49 Donryu, also known by its Allied codename "Helen", was a medium bomber used by the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II. Introduced into service in the early 1940s, this aircraft took part in numerous operations across Asia and the Pacific, such as the China campaign and the battles for the Philippines. It entered service in 1941 and remained at the front almost until the end of the war, performing bombing and transport missions. It was notable for its sturdy construction, long operational range, and extensive defensive armament – although it was soon outclassed by Allied technological advances.

• Scale: 1:72
• Compatibility: designed for Hasegawa Ki-49 model
• Original aircraft country of use: Japan
• Historical period: World War II (1941–1945)
• Category: photo-etched set for plastic model
• Material: thin, precisely cut photo-etched metal
• Set includes: cockpit interior parts, instrument panels, seat belts, external details, handles, panels and other accessories
• Assembly difficulty: 4/5

Eduard 73596 is an excellent choice for intermediate and advanced modelers focused on authenticity and top-quality craftsmanship, especially for those wishing to make their collection stand out with unique details and accurate representation of a historical machine. Thanks to its high precision and level of detail, this set allows you to bring your Hasegawa Ki-49 model to a whole new level of realism – both regarding cockpit elements and external equipment. Highly recommended for every aviation modeling enthusiast and collectors of Japanese World War II aircraft.