Hasegawa – 02498 – Mitsubishi Ki67 Type 4 Heavy Bomber Hiryu (Peggy) “74th Flight Regiment”

Description:

The Mitsubishi Ki-67 Type 4 Heavy Bomber, known to the Allies by the codename “Peggy,” was one of the most advanced Japanese twin-engine bombers of World War II. Introduced in 1944, the Ki-67 was designed for both strategic and tactical bombing, with performance that outclassed many earlier Japanese bombers. It was fast, relatively well-armored, and had self-sealing fuel tanks—features uncommon in most Japanese aircraft of the time. The Ki-67 could carry bombs or torpedoes, making it suitable for both land and naval missions, and it also saw use in kamikaze operations near the end of the war.

Hasegawa first released their 1/72 scale Ki-67 Type 4 “Hiryu” kit in 1999, and it remains as the only kit in 1/72 scale of this aricraft, accurate and well-regarded model. The kit features finely engraved recessed panel lines, a highly detailed cockpit, and optional parts to display the bomb bay open or closed. One of its strong points is the excellent surface detail and solid engineering, which allows for smooth assembly and a sturdy final build. The clear parts are crisp, and the inclusion of optional defensive armament positions adds to its flexibility.

Tthe interior detail could benefit from aftermarket additions like photo-etch or resin sets if you’re aiming for a super-detailed build. Hasegawa’s Ki-67 offers a good balance of accuracy, ease of build, and visual impact, especially when finished in the green-and-gray camouflage typical of late-war Japanese bombers. The kit offers one single markings belonging to the 74th Air Squadron, 1st Company, aircraft number “74-148”. Offers also optional payload between a torpedo, center line, or bombs.