Arma Hobby 70087 - 1:72 Nakajima Ki-43 II Hayabusa Aces

Plastic model kit of the Nakajima Ki-43 II Hayabusa “Aces” fighter aircraft in 1:72 scale

The Nakajima Ki-43 Hayabusa was one of the primary fighter aircraft of the Imperial Japanese Army Air Force during World War II. This 1:72 scale kit from Arma Hobby represents the Ki-43-II version and offers a modern, highly detailed tooling with options to build aircraft flown by well-known pilots.

What’s in the box:

• Plastic sprues (grey and clear)
• Decals for two marking options
• Painting masks for canopy and wheels
• Assembly instructions
• 3D printing files (accessible via QR code or link)
• Additional 3D parts: exhausts (two variants), rear bulkhead with seat and belts, gun barrels, oil cooler, fuel cooler

Model technical details:

• Scale: 1:72
• Model length: approx. 11.8 cm
• Manufacturer: Arma Hobby
• Skill level: intermediate

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints, or modeling tools. Assembly required.

Assembly:

The model requires assembly and painting. The included 3D-printable parts allow for enhanced detailing. Masks help with precise painting, while careful decal application enables accurate reproduction of historical markings.

Required tools:

• Hobby knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sandpaper
• Paint brushes
• Plastic cement
• Paint set
• Cyanoacrylate glue (optional)

Original aircraft technical data:

• Length: approx. 8.9 m
• Wingspan: approx. 10.8 m
• Engine: Nakajima Ha-115 radial engine
• Maximum speed: approx. 530 km/h

About the Nakajima Ki-43 Hayabusa:

The Ki-43 Hayabusa, known by the Allied reporting name “Oscar,” was the main fighter aircraft of the Imperial Japanese Army Air Force for much of World War II. Designed with a focus on lightweight construction and excellent maneuverability, it sacrificed armor and firepower in favor of agility. It saw extensive service in China, Burma, Malaya, the Philippines, and New Guinea, playing a key role in Japanese air operations.

Marking options:

• Nakajima Ki-43-II, 64 Sentai, 3rd Chutai, Lt. Yohei Hinoki, Burma, 1943–44
• Nakajima Ki-43-II, 25 Sentai, 2nd Chutai, W/O Iwataro Hazawa, China, 1944

About Arma Hobby:

Arma Hobby is a Polish manufacturer known for modern plastic model kits with high-quality detail. The company specializes in aircraft models, offering well-researched and technically refined kits.