Special Hobby 72270 Tachikawa Ki-54 Hei / Hickory "Japanese Army Transport Plane" 1/72

Special Hobby 72270 Tachikawa Ki-54 Hei / Hickory "Japanese Army Transport Plane" in 1/72 scale is a high-quality plastic model kit representing a Japanese transport aircraft from the Second World War era. This set is dedicated both to collectors and aviation modeling enthusiasts who want to expand their collection with a unique historical model.

Historical Description

The Tachikawa Ki-54, also known under the Allied designation "Hickory," was a light, twin-engine transport and training aircraft used by the Imperial Japanese Army between 1940–1945, i.e., during the Second World War. This aircraft played a key role in the training of pilots, navigators, and gunners, and the Ki-54 Hei version was adapted for transport missions. These types of aircraft were employed in the Far East, including evacuation and resupply missions to the Philippines, Manchuria, and Indochina.

Model Specifications

• Scale: 1/72
• Version: Ki-54 Hei / Hickory – transport aircraft
• Country of use: Japan
• Era: Second World War (1940–1945)
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene)
• Finely rendered details of the fuselage, cockpit, and landing gear
• Decals included for several painting variants
• Transparent parts for building the cockpit glazing
• No metal or resin accessory parts included in the basic set
• Glue and paints are not included – available separately

Product Category

Plastic assembly model kit – historical aircraft from the Second World War.

Who is this recommended for?

The model is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers due to the need for precise assembly and detail painting. Perfect for a Japanese aviation collection and for all enthusiasts of World War II history. Difficulty level: 3/5.

By choosing the Special Hobby 72270 Tachikawa Ki-54 Hei / Hickory in 1/72 scale, you have the opportunity to recreate a rarely seen aircraft that had a significant impact on Japanese aviation operations during the war. An excellent choice for demanding hobbyists!