Eduard JX137 - 1:32 J2M3 Raiden masks

Eduard JX137 mask set – canopy painting masks for the J2M3 Raiden model (Hasegawa) in 1:32 scale

Eduard JX137 is a set of self-adhesive 1:32 masks for painting the canopy framing and other glazing, and the wheel hubs, tailored to the J2M3 Raiden model from Hasegawa. The masks are die-cut from yellow Kabuki masking paper, giving sharp edges without hand masking with tape. The base kit is not included.

What's in the box:

• Sheet of self-adhesive masks made of yellow Kabuki masking paper, die-cut for the canopy and other glazing and for the wheel hubs
• Mask placement instructions

Set specifications:

• Scale: 1:32
• Catalogue number: JX137
• Manufacturer: Eduard
• Dedicated kit: J2M3 Raiden from Hasegawa
• Accessory type: canopy painting masks
• Material: yellow Kabuki masking paper, machine-cut

Self-adhesive painting masks – crisp canopy frame edges

Eduard masks are self-adhesive stencils die-cut from low-tack yellow Kabuki masking paper suited to delicate model surfaces. They cover the clear areas of the glazing and leave only the canopy framing exposed, so that after airbrushing you get sharp, even frame edges – hard to achieve when masking by hand with tape.

The recommended method is to apply the masks to clean, degreased glazing, press the edges down firmly and then airbrush the paint. Once the paint has dried, the masks are removed. The masks are intended for single use and should not be left on the model for a long time.

About the aircraft – Mitsubishi J2M Raiden:

The Mitsubishi J2M Raiden was a Japanese single-seat interceptor fighter of the Imperial Navy from the Second World War. Unlike the agile Zero, it was designed with an emphasis on climb rate and vertical performance at the expense of manoeuvrability. It had a short, barrel-shaped fuselage with a cowled radial engine and a propeller driven through an extension shaft, improving nose aerodynamics.

The Raiden entered service late, due to engine and vibration problems, only in the final period of the war. It was used mainly to defend the Japanese home islands against heavy bomber raids. Its heavy cannon armament made it effective against large targets, but production remained limited. Several versions differed in armament and equipment.

Original specifications (Mitsubishi J2M Raiden):

• Length: 9.70 m
• Wingspan: 10.80 m
• Height: 3.95 m
• Take-off weight: approx. 3400 kg
• Crew: 1
• Powerplant: Mitsubishi Kasei radial, approx. 1800 hp
• Max speed: approx. 590 km/h
• Ceiling: approx. 11,500 m
• Range: approx. 1050 km
• Armament: 4 x 20 mm cannon (J2M3)
• Production: approx. 620 built, 1942-1945

About the manufacturer – Eduard:

Eduard is a Czech manufacturer of scale model kits and modelling accessories, established in 1989 and based in Obrnice. The company is widely recognised among aircraft modellers for its own 1:48 and 1:72 kits and for an extensive range of upgrade accessories: photo-etched parts, Brassin resin components, decals and painting masks. Eduard masks are die-cut from yellow Kabuki masking paper and designed for specific plastic kits, ensuring an accurate fit to the shape of the canopy and other details. The EX mask series covers hundreds of items dedicated both to Eduard kits and to kits from other manufacturers.