Hasegawa 07367 Kyushu J7W2-S Interceptor Fighter Shindenkai 'Night Fighter' 1/48 – plastic model kit

If you are an enthusiast of military aviation and fascinated by the history of unusual Japanese aircraft designs, the Hasegawa 07367 Kyushu J7W2-S Interceptor Fighter Shindenkai 'Night Fighter' in 1/48 scale is a proposal that will surely enrich your collection. This is a plastic model kit for self-assembly, providing a high-quality reproduction of a rare, experimental Japanese interceptor fighter from the final phase of World War II.

Information about the original

• Scale: 1/48
• Operator country: Japan
• Period of service: World War II (1945 – prototype project)

The Kyushu J7W2-S Shindenkai is a development of the famous J7W1 Shinden, intended to be powered by a jet engine. Developed at the end of the war, this fighter was a response to the growing problem of Allied bombing and the introduction of the B-29 Superfortress bombers. The unique “canard” configuration (forward steering wings) and vertical stabilizer attracted the attention of aviation enthusiasts, marking it as one of the most innovative designs of the period. The Hasegawa model represents the “Night Fighter” version, designed for night operations—though in reality, the J7W2 did not enter active service before the war ended.

Kit features

• Material: high-quality plastic
• Version: night fighter interceptor model (Night Fighter)
• Sprue parts feature precise surface details, realistic panel lines, and a well-replicated cockpit
• The kit does not include glue or paints – allowing you to choose colors according to your own vision or based on historical paint schemes
• Realistic decals with unit markings and service panels

Recommended for

This product is recommended for advanced modelers interested in Japanese prototype aircraft and World War II reconstructions. The model is an ambitious challenge and a real pleasure for aviation enthusiasts.

• Category: plastic airplane model kit
• Build difficulty: 4/5

Hasegawa 07367 Kyushu J7W2-S Shindenkai 'Night Fighter' is an excellent choice for those seeking unique models and wishing to expand their collection with a rarely seen piece carrying rich historical background. With its high-quality workmanship, this model also serves as a perfect base for advanced modeling techniques such as weathering or precise canopy masking. Be sure to check out this proposal and let yourself be carried away by the history of Japanese experimental machines from the end of World War II!