~ 1940’s Model Japanese Aichi B7A ~
The Aichi B7A Ryusei (流星, Ryūsei, “Shooting Star”, Allied reporting name “Grace”) was a large and powerful carrier-borne torpedo-dive bomber produced by Aichi Kokuki for the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service during the Second World War. Built in only small numbers and deprived of the aircraft carriers it was intended to operate from, the type had little chance to distinguish itself in combat before the war ended in August 1945.
~ Dimensions ~
The model has a length of 16cm (6.25 inches) and a wingspan of 19cm (7.5 inches).
~ Condition ~
The model is of wood construction, hand-painted and is nicely detailed.
It is in very good condition commensurate with age.
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