Fine Molds FB5 Imperial Japanese Night Fighter Kugisho D4Y2-S Judy 1/48 – plastic aircraft model kit

Fine Molds FB5 Imperial Japanese Night Fighter Kugisho D4Y2-S Judy in 1/48 scale is a detailed plastic model of the Japanese Navy’s night fighter aircraft from World War II. This model kit recreates the D4Y2-S version, which was developed in response to the increasing threat posed by Allied bombers during night air raids over Japanese territory.

The model depicts the Kugisho D4Y2-S “Judy” aircraft, which was a modification of the original D4Y2 dive bomber. The S variant, equipped with additional armament, was converted into a night fighter by installing upward-firing cannons (the "Schräge Musik" system) to attack enemy bombers. The most important operations of this model involved defending the Japanese home islands during the intense B-29 raids between 1944 and 1945.

• Model scale: 1/48 – precise miniature, ideal for showcasing in a detailed WWII aircraft collection.
• Aircraft country of origin: Japan – a type exclusively used by the Imperial Japanese Navy.
• Historical period: World War II (years 1944–1945), used in the final phase of the conflict.
• Material: high quality plastic – all components are manufactured with great attention to detail.
• Add-ons: the set includes sprues with highly precise surface details, rivets, panel lines and clear parts for the canopy. No metal or resin accessories included as standard.
• Category: plastic model kit by the renowned Japanese manufacturer Fine Molds.

We recommend this model both to demanding modelers and all enthusiasts of Japanese WWII aviation. Realistic details, clear instructions, and excellent part fit make it an ideal choice for those with moderate to intermediate modeling experience.

Assembly difficulty level: 3/5. The kit requires precision, but thanks to the clear instructions, even an intermediate modeler will achieve a satisfying end result.