Tamiya 60789 1/72 Kawasaki Ki-61-Id Hien Aircraft Kit - Detailed Scale Model  [60789]

Tamiya 60789 - Kawasaki Ki-61-Id Hien: Build Summary

The Kawasaki Ki-61-Id Hien, commonly called "Tony" by Allied forces, was introduced into service in 1943 and featured a distinctive liquid-cooled Ha-40 engine. The Id subtype had an extended nose to house 20mm cannons along with additional guns, and its production figures make it an important type for scale enthusiasts and historians.

Service Role and Model Appeal

The Hien carried out key interception missions at altitude, where performance advantages proved valuable against strategic bombers. The 1/72 scale version reproduces these proportions so modellers can enjoy accurate panel lines and balance between detail and shelf footprint.

Assembly Notes and Finishing Advice

This Tamiya 60789 kit delivers a tidy build flow with clear instructions and paint callouts for Tamiya Color paints. To lift the finished look, use subtle weathering, careful panel lining, and crisp canopy masking. Finished models display well on small stands or in grouped collections.