Product Description
- Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of Aichi B7A2 Ryusei "Grace" Bomber Aircraft "Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service" die cast model by DeAgostini.
- Brand new box.
- Detailed exterior.
- True-to-scale detail.
- Includes display stand.
- Officially licensed product.
- This model does not have any openings.
- Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
- Dimensions approximately Length- 6.25, Wingspan- 7.75 inches.
- Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.
- It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane.
- HISTORY ASPECTS:
The Aichi B7A2 Ryusei, codenamed "Grace" by the Allies, was a unique and advanced torpedo and dive bomber operated by the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service during the later stages of World War II. Introduced in 1944, the Ryusei played a role in the conflict's final chapters, attempting to counter the increasingly challenging Allied naval and air supremacy.
The aircraft was part of the Kougeki 5th Hikotai, assigned to the 752nd Kokutai. It faced its baptism of fire in the intense air battles and naval engagements of the Pacific Theater in 1945. The Ryusei was distinctive for its innovative design, featuring a sleek fuselage, retractable landing gear, and a powerful engine, which provided it with good speed and agility for a bomber of its size. However, despite its capabilities, the Ryusei faced the overwhelming might of the Allied forces as Japan struggled in the face of defeat.
Meticulously crafted, 1:72 scale model captures the details of the "Grace" bomber, from its distinct shape to the markings of the Kougeki 5th Hikotai. Aviation enthusiasts and collectors alike will appreciate the opportunity to own a piece of history, commemorating the Aichi B7A2 Ryusei's role in the final chapters of World War II.
