Hasegawa E47 Kugisho P1Y1 Ginga (Frances) Type 11 Japanese Navy Bomber 1/72

Hasegawa E47 Kugisho P1Y1 Ginga (Frances) Type 11 is a detailed plastic model kit representing one of the most significant Japanese Navy bombers of World War II. The model is manufactured in the popular 1/72 scale, making it an ideal addition to aviation modelers' collections as well as Pacific War dioramas.

The Kugisho P1Y1 Ginga, known to the Allies as "Frances," was a twin-engine medium bomber introduced into service with the Imperial Japanese Navy in 1943. Designed with high cruising speeds and dive bombing capability in mind, the Ginga featured an innovative silhouette and improved aerodynamic solutions. The Type 11 variant offered upgraded gun positions to help counter increasingly dangerous Allied escort fighters. These aircraft participated in many significant operations—including night bombing missions and torpedo attacks—during battles for islands such as the Philippines, Okinawa, and the Mariana offensive in 1944-45.

• Scale: 1/72 – perfect for historical aircraft model collections
• Service Country: Japan (Imperial Japanese Navy)
• Era: World War II (1943-1945)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Extras: detailed decals with historical markings, clear cockpit canopy, and optional armament
• Category: plastic model kit

The kit does not include glue or paints, giving the modeler full control to personalize and tailor the final effect to their own preferences. We especially recommend this model to military aviation enthusiasts and fans of Pacific War history. The difficulty level is rated at 3/5—this kit will appeal to both intermediate modelers and ambitious beginners, offering a challenge with the assembly of cockpit details, armament, and painting of the characteristic Japanese markings.

The Hasegawa E47 Ginga set is a highly recommended choice for any World War II model collector. The unique silhouette of "Frances" and the deep historical background of this bomber let you develop modeling skills and expand historical knowledge. It's an excellent choice to enrich your own aircraft model collection.