Tamiya 61054 - 1/48 Aichi M6A1 Seiran WWII Aircraft Model Kit - Submarine-Launched Seiran Scale Kit  [61054]

Seiran 1/48 scale by Tamiya: a compact wartime design

The Tamiya 1/48 Aichi M6A1 Seiran model kit invites hobbyists to recreate a distinctive piece of WWII aviation. This kit reflects the unusual engineering behind aircraft designed to be stowed and launched from a submarine hangar.

Origins and historical background

The Aichi M6A1 Seiran was conceived to operate from Imperial Japanese Navy submarines, folding for compact storage then launched by catapult. While its planned missions never came to pass, the Seiran remains an intriguing example of inventive wartime design.

Build experience and presentation

This 1/48 scale kit reproduces the Seiran's folding wings and compact airframe, offering a satisfying assembly that rewards careful modelling. Builders will find the detailing suitable for dioramas or standalone display, and the finished model makes a striking addition to any aviation shelf.