Hasegawa – 02457 – E-2C HAWKEYE “J.A.S.D.F.” w/NP2000 PROPELLER

Description:

Unassembled plastic model kit in 1/72 scale of a Northrop Grumman E-2 Hawkeye Airborne early warning and control aircraft introduced in the 60s.

In 2004, the propeller system of the E-2C underwent a significant transformation with the introduction of the NP2000, an advanced eight-bladed propeller system developed by Hamilton-Sundstrand. This innovation replaced the previous four-bladed design, bringing notable enhancements such as diminished vibrations and improved maintainability. The propeller blades themselves are constructed with a combination of carbon fiber and steel leading edge inserts, featuring de-icing boots at the root for enhanced performance.

Limited edition of standard kit Hasegawa – 01560 (E30) – E-2C Hawkeye J.A.S.D.F. with new propeller blades and decal sheet.

Includes a new decal sheet with two markings:

• J.A.S.D.F. AEW GROUP AEW-601 Code: 460(34-3460) Misawa A.B. 2021
• J.A.S.D.F. AEW GROUP AEW-601 Code: 459(34-3459) Misawa A.B. 2018