Hasegawa 00131 - 1/72 Nakajima Ki43-II Hayabusa (Oscar) Model Kit - Classic WWII fighter kit for modellers  [HA-00131]

Hasegawa 00131 - 1/72 Nakajima Ki43-II Hayabusa (Oscar) Scale Model Overview

The Nakajima Ki43-II Hayabusa, nicknamed "Oscar" by Allied pilots, served as a nimble Imperial Japanese Army fighter in World War II. Praised for its agility and climb, the Hayabusa saw extensive action across the Pacific. This 1/72 Hasegawa kit gives hobbyists the parts needed to reproduce that iconic silhouette with good detail and correct proportions.

Historical background and appeal to modellers

Introduced to meet the need for a lighter, more manoeuvrable fighter, the Ki43-II balanced speed and handling for close combat. The Hasegawa 1/72 kit reflects that legacy with finely moulded components that capture the aircrafts elliptical wings and slim fuselage. Builders who value authenticity will find the parts layout straightforward to assemble and rewarding to finish.

Build tips and display potential

This kit is suited to hobbyists who enjoy research, careful assembly and painting. Parts come with crisp detail that rewards careful cleaning and test-fitting. When painted with period-accurate colours and weathering, the finished model makes a strong showpiece in a World War II collection or diorama.