Diecast of Defense Aviation DOD31563
Mitsubishi G4M1 Betty Diecast Model
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| 1:144 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Mitsubishi G4M1 Betty | | 5.25" | | 6.75" |
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The Mitsubishi G4M1 "Betty" was Japan's primary twin-engine, long-range bomber during World War II. Introduced in 1941, it was fast and had an exceptional range due to its lightweight design and lack of armor or self-sealing fuel tanks, making it highly vulnerable to enemy fire. Powered by two Mitsubishi Kasei radial engines, it was used for torpedo attacks, bombing missions, and reconnaissance. Notably, it was involved in the sinking of HMS Repulse and HMS Prince of Wales in 1941. The G4M also carried Japanese surrender envoys in 1945. Despite heavy losses, it remained in service until Japan's defeat.
Designed to meet an Imperial Japanese Navy requirement for a land-based bomber to replace the G3M, the G4M was first flown on October 23rd, 1939. Built for high speed and long range, the G4M was well-armed but insufficiently armored. It lacked self-sealing fuel tanks, which made it extremely vulnerable and apt to catch fire when hit (earning it the nicknames "flying Zippo" and "flying cigar"). Armament included a mix of cannons and machine guns, an internal bomb load or anti-ship torpedo. The G4M was active through the end of the war, when it was used to carry and launch the Ohka kamikaze rocket aircraft. © Copyright 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Diecast of Defense "Aviation" range presents affordable, ready made diecast models of World War II military aircraft in 1:144 scale.
Diecast of Defense "Aviation" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal and plastic construction.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Permanently extended landing gear.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
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