HOBBY MASTER HA2005 1/72 NAKAJIMA B5N1 TYPE 97 MODEL 1 "KATE" AIRCRAFT CARRIER ZUIHO FLYING GROUP FEBRUARY 1942 - LAST ONE HERE NOW The Nakajima B5N1 first flew in January 1937. It was quite unique for a carrier-aircraft with its low mono wing that folded for storage and wide-track inward folding retractable landing gear. The new Kates were far superior to its competition, the TBD Devastator and the Fairey Swordfish however it did have its shortcomings. It was very poorly armed for self defense and required A5M escort protection. Also the crew and fuel tanks had no protection. The B5N1 was replaced by the improved B5N2. In 1938 B5N1 aircraft were based on the Zuiho as well as other Japanese carriers. The new Kates were also land based and both were deployed in China during the Sino-Japanese War 1937 -1945. Here the aircraft were used to do bombing in support of ground troops and early in the war due to the lack of opposing aircraft the Kates were quite often painted in colorful schemes. Along with newer B5N2s 103 of the older B5N1s took part in the attack at Pearl Harbor. Nakajima B5N1 Kanko/Kate Designed to meet a 1935 Imperial Japanese Navy requirement for a carrier-based attack bomber to replace the Yokosuka B4Y, the B5N was first flown in January, 1937. The Hobby Masters range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Hobby Master have earned a reputation for producing high-quality models that can be displayed right out of the box. Hobby Master diecast airplanes feature: Diecast metal construction with some plastic components. Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details. Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals. Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear with rotating wheels. Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards. Selected moving parts such as canopies, control surfaces and swing-wings. Detailed, hand-painted pilot and crew member figures. Limited edition model with certificate of authenticity. Stand included. The photos in this listing are from our own library, the model you will receive is brand new and sealed. Buy Gone World are more than happy to post items worldwide, postage for the item/s will be established at point of sale/interest and will be messaged to each member when asked. Buy Gone World does offer discounts for multiple purchases, this includes International Posting. PLEASE SEE OUR OTHER LISTINGS - MANY ARE DESIRABLE AND RARE MODELS YOU DO NOT SEE ANYMORE - WE HAVE MORE THAN 2,000 SOLD OUT MODELS IN STOCK WITH US - ALL ARE STILL NEW UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US, WE ARE HERE MOST OF THE TIME AND ALL QUESTIONS/ENQUIRIES ARE ANSWERED WITHOUT FAIL. BGW TEAM. Track Page Views With Auctiva's FREE Counter The Nakajima B5N1 first flew in January 1937. It was quite unique for a carrier-aircraft with its low mono wing that folded for storage and wide-track inward folding retractable landing gear. The new Kates were far superior to its competition, the TBD Devastator and the Fairey Swordfish however it did have its shortcomings. It was very poorly armed for self defense and required A5M escort protection. Also the crew and fuel tanks had no protection. The B5N1 was replaced by the improved B5N2. In 1938 B5N1 aircraft were based on the Zuiho as well as other Japanese carriers. The new Kates were also land based and both were deployed in China during the Sino-Japanese War 1937 -1945. Here the aircraft were used to do bombing in support of ground troops and early in the war due to the lack of oppo The Nakajima B5N1 first flew in January 1937. It was quite unique for a carrier-aircraft with its low mono wing that folded for storage and wide-track inward folding retractable landing gear. The new Kates were far superior to its competition, the TBD Devastator and the Fairey Swordfish however it did have its shortcomings. It was very poorly armed for self defense and required A5M escort protection. Also the crew and fuel tanks had no protection. The B5N1 was replaced by the improved B5N2. In 1938 B5N1 aircraft were based on the Zuiho as well as other Japanese carriers. The new Kates were also land based and both were deployed in China during the Sino-Japanese War 1937 -1945. Here the aircraft were used to do bombing in support of ground troops and early in the war due to the lack of oppo