Tamiya 61049 - 1/48 Mitsubishi G4M1 Isshikiriko (Betty) 三菱 田宮軍事模型戰機 雙星孖星  [61049]

In regards to the Mitsubishi Isshikirikko Type 11

The MitsubishiG4M "Isshikirikko", and/or kind 1 land-based assault bomber, had been created to a "range-at-all-cost" specification. In order to compensate the substandard fleet strength limited by the London and Washington Treaties, the Imperial Japanese Navy designed to support their naval operations from coast based aircraft.
Bombers with an incredibly long range were in serious significance of such missions, and this may be attained by designing the whole wing as built-in gas tanks advertisement keeping the dwelling as light that you can, without and armor or self-sealing security. Defensive tools and armor security for the crew had been additionally held to the absolute minimum. To reduce the drag, bombs or torpedo had been stored within a thick, cigar-like fuselage. The thin, wide wing contributed to obtain a great stability and maneuverability during flight. Making use of two 1530hp Mitsubishi "Kasei" type-11 radial engines, the G4M attained a maximum rate of more than 420Km/h and a highly skilled 4,200km or range. However, the 5,000 liters of fuel within the unprotected tanks made the bomber exceptionally susceptible, plus it soon became known to U.S. gunners because the "one-shot lighter."

With a few improvements integrated, the Isshiki Rikko stable served throughout the pacific War. Including all variants, a lot more than 2,400 units were produced. It absolutely was part of the force which sank the Uk battleship HMS Prince of Wales and battle cruiser HMS Repulse at the beginning of the conflict. In 1945, it was additionally found in carrying japan surrender delegation to finish the war.