1/72 Shinmeiwa SS-2 Rescue Seaplane

Hasegawa - 1/72 Shinmeiwa SS-2 'Rescue Seaplane'

The Shinmeiwa SS-2 (PS-1) is a four-propeller turbine-powered flying boat of Japanese naval aviation. This first variant had only a makeshift chassis until the SS-2A (US-1) was a full-fledged amphibious aircraft. The preliminary tests for this aircraft series began in the early 1960s with a test aircraft based on the Grumman Albatros. In 1966, Shinmeiwa was commissioned by the Japanese Ministry of Defense to develop a new sea-going flying craft for submarine hunting and submarine hunting. So flew the first prototype of the SS-2 on October 5, 1967 for the first time.

Hasegawa has become a leader in scale plastic kits by producing highly detailed models that impress the most demanding hobbyists. Because of the accuracy found in such areas as cockpits, interiors, engines, weapon bays and aircraft wheel bays, many Hasegawa models are built by professionals for museum displays. Ultimately, Hasegawa understands that the reward in model building goes beyond successful assembly. For the enthusiast, each model represents an opportunity to explore history, learn more about the subject and create a scale miniature to enjoy for a lifetime.

Features:

-Accurate scale model

-Highly detailed model kit

-Detailed instructions provided

-May require assembly and painting

-Waterslide decals

-Illustrated instructions

-Number of parts: 182

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