1/72 72119 MPM Kawasaki Ki-64 Rob - Heavy Fighter
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
Still the only model kit ever made of this fascinating aircraft. The Ki-64 experimental heavy fighter was one of the most advanced and unusual Japanese wartime aircraft. The power plant was the 2350 hp Kawasaki Ha-201, which was two Ha-40 12 cylinder liquid-cooled engines mounted in tandem and driving two contra-rotating propellers. The forward prop, driven by the rear engine, was variable pitch while the rear prop was driven by the front engine and was fixed pitch. The steam vapor cooling system used water and the wing and flap surfaces for cooling. Five flights were made starting in December 1943. On the last flight, a fire started in the rear engine. An emergency landing saved the airplane, but repairs were not completed before the end of the war. This is a limited edition injection molded model featuring very fine recessed panel lines, vac canopy and full decals. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
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