Tamiya 61084 Nakajima Gekko Type 11 Early Version 1/48 Scale Model Kit  [61084]

Nakajima Gekko Type 11 in 1/48 Scale

The Tamiya 61084 kit recreates the Nakajima Gekko Type 11, an early Japanese night fighter from World War II, at 1/48 scale. This injection-moulded plastic kit is built for hobbyists who prize precise surface detail and authentic proportions.

Origins and Notable Design Traits

The Gekko was developed as a twin-engine night interceptor using Sakae powerplants to tackle single-engine threats. Entering service around 1943, it became known for its role in intercepting heavy bombers and for its oblique gun mounting used against B-17 formations. The kit reproduces these characteristic features faithfully.

Appeal to Scale Modellers

Tamiya's engineering provides engraved panel lines and a well-detailed cockpit to enhance realism during assembly. Builders will find the construction rewarding, with parts that align well and highlight the model's historic silhouette when finished.