1/48 Ki-61ii (Hien) with teardrop canopy – Extra article

In the last year, Japan Aeronautic Association has published an outstanding book “Kawasaki Ki-61ii HIEN 6117 uncovered”, providing detailed explanations with over 300 pages of overwhelming information and accuracy. It’s also epoch making to include the world most precise and detailed drawings by Mr.Joe Picarella, a renowned technical illustrator for aircraft and the restoration supervisor for the Ki-100 in the UK as well. Any publication will never surpass this book even in the future.

My build of Ki-61ii is as another variation with teardrop canopy, though it owes much to the various research and findings documented in this book. By chance I had been involved in this project for just a little bit part, to be engaged in discussions (or rather bothering?) with Joe and Shige. It was a delightful memory for me and a great privilege. Once again, I would like to express my gratitude and congratulations to them.

*Note : Please see the details from the link to JAA as below.

Attached some unreleased photos of my model. Hope you like these.