IXO Models Altaya AY046
Nakajima Ki-84 Hayate/Frank Diecast Model
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| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Nakajima Ki-84 Hayate/Frank | | 5.5" | | 6.25" |
The Nakajima Ki-84 Hayate ("Gale") was a single-seat fighter used by the Japanese Imperial Army in World War II. The Allied codename was "Frank"; the Japanese Army designation was Type 4 Fighter.
Design of the Ki-84 commenced in early 1942 to meet an Imperial Japanese Army Air Service requirement for a replacement for Nakajima's Ki-43 Hayabusa, just entering service. The specification recognised the need to combine the maneuverability of the Ki-43 with performance to match the best western fighters and heavy firepower. The Ki-84 first flew in March 1943. Although the design itself was solid, the shortage of fuel and construction materials, poor production quality, and lack of skilled pilots prevented the fighter from reaching its potential. A total of 3,514 were produced.
Designed as a replacement for the Nakajima Ki-43-which was just entering service-the Ki-84 first flew in March of 1943. Japan needed an aircraft that had the maneuverability of the Ki-43 but could still compete with heavily armed, high-performance western fighters. The result was an exceptionally well-performing, robust single-seat aircraft that was considered by many to be the finest Japanese fighter to see large-scale action during WWII. Fortunately for the Allieds, the Frank was hampered by production quality problems and a shortage of skilled pilots, and it was never produced in numbers sufficient to make a difference to the war effort. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The IXO Models "Altaya" range presents affordable, ready made diecast models of military aircraft. Originally produced for distribution with a European Magazine subscription, these models are manufacturer over-runs that are identical to those in the "Junior" range. The only noticeable difference is that the "Altaya" range of models arrive in low-cost, discardable blister type packaging instead of the the recloseable boxes used in the "Junior" range.
IXO "Altaya" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal and plastic construction.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
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