{"product_id":"56571-special-hobby-72270-tachikawa-ki-54-hei-hickory-quotjapanese-army-transport-pla","title":"Special Hobby 72270 Tachikawa Ki-54 Hei \/ Hickory \"Japanese Army Transport Plane\" 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eSpecial Hobby 72270 Tachikawa Ki-54 Hei \/ Hickory \"Japanese Army Transport Plane\" 1\/72\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Hobby 72270 Tachikawa Ki-54 Hei \/ Hickory \"Japanese Army Transport Plane\"\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003e1\/72 scale\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Tachikawa Ki-54, also known under the Allied designation \"Hickory,\" was a light, twin-engine transport and training aircraft used by the \u003cstrong\u003eImperial Japanese Army\u003c\/strong\u003e between \u003cstrong\u003e1940–1945\u003c\/strong\u003e, i.e., during the \u003cstrong\u003eSecond World War\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eModel Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eVersion: Ki-54 Hei \/ Hickory – transport aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCountry of use: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEra: Second World War (1940–1945)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality plastic (polystyrene)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFinely rendered details of the fuselage, cockpit, and landing gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDecals included for several painting variants\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTransparent parts for building the cockpit glazing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNo metal or resin accessory parts included in the basic set\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGlue and paints are not included – available separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eProduct Category\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Plastic assembly model kit – historical aircraft from the Second World War.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWho is this recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    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: \u003cstrong\u003e3\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    By choosing the \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Hobby 72270 Tachikawa Ki-54 Hei \/ Hickory\u003c\/strong\u003e 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!\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Special Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54723261530446,"sku":"SH72270","price":22.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/930f060cdc74b523f83b7e29c431a0f6.jpg?v=1755555911","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.it\/en\/products\/56571-special-hobby-72270-tachikawa-ki-54-hei-hickory-quotjapanese-army-transport-pla","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}