Ki-21-Ib `Sally` Japanese heavy bomber 1:72 ICM 72203

Plastic model airplane kit: Ki-21-Ib "Sally" Japanese heavy bomber 1:72 ICM 72203

The plastic model kit Ki-21-Ib "Sally" in 1:72 scale from ICM is an excellent choice for aviation and modeling enthusiasts who want to recreate one of the most famous Japanese heavy bombers from World War II. This model represents the Mitsubishi Ki-21, also known as the "Army Type 97 Heavy Bomber," which played a significant role in many military campaigns in the Far East.

Model features:

• Scale: 1:72
• Manufacturer: ICM
• Catalog number: 72203

Includes markings for four different versions of the aircraft:

• Ki-21-lb 'Sally', 60th Sentai, China, summer 1940
• Ki-21-lb 'Sally', 60th Sentai 3rd Chutai, China, late 1940
• Ki-21-lb 'Sally', 58th Sentai, Harbin, December 1940
• Ki-21-Ib 'Sally', 105 Kyoiku Hiko Rentai, Hamamatsu, presumably 1942

History and significance of the Ki-21: The Mitsubishi Ki-21, formally designated as "Type 97 Heavy Bomber," was a Japanese heavy bomber used during World War II. Its mass production began in 1938, and the aircraft quickly gained a reputation for its excellent aerodynamics and ability to conduct long-range bombing missions. The Ki-21-Ib was the second production modification of this line of bombers, characterized by increased armament, partially protected fuel tanks, and modified tail lights.

This aircraft was widely used in various campaigns, including the Second Sino-Japanese War, the Nomonhan Incident, and the early stages of the Pacific War, including the Malayan, Burmese, Dutch East Indies, and New Guinea campaigns. The Ki-21 attacked targets as far away as western China, India, and northern Australia. As the war progressed and losses increased, many of these aircraft were reassigned to training or secondary roles.

Assembly and painting kit. Does not include paints or glue. Assembly requires separately sold modeling tools (including cutters, files, tweezers), paints, brushes, and plastic model glue (e.g., Tamiya Extra Thin Cement). The photo shows a professionally assembled and painted model.