Eduard FE117 J2M Raiden 1/48 Hasegawa – Photo-Etched Parts Set for the 1:48 Mitsubishi J2M Raiden Hasegawa Model

The Eduard FE117 set is designed for the Mitsubishi J2M Raiden model in 1/48 scale, produced by Hasegawa. This product features high-quality, factory-etched photo-etched parts, enabling a significant enhancement in detail and realism for this legendary Japanese WWII aircraft. The set allows for a faithful recreation of cockpit details and other key sections of the aircraft, which are difficult to achieve using only the plastic parts of the basic kit.

The Mitsubishi J2M Raiden, also known by the Allied code name "Jack," was a Japanese interceptor fighter used mainly during World War II by the Imperial Japanese Navy. Designed to counter American B-29 bombers, it earned a reputation as a fast, well-armed, and highly effective aircraft during the defense of Japanese territory in the latter years of the war (1942–1945). The J2M Raiden took part in defending the Japanese islands against massive air raids, especially during 1944–1945.

The Eduard FE117 photo-etched set is made from ultra-thin stainless steel, allowing for the reproduction of the finest cockpit details, such as seat belts, instrument panel, side console elements, levers, and tiny switches. Eduard has provided precise coloring for certain details, which immediately offers realistic effects without the need for hand painting, speeding up assembly while enhancing the visual appeal of the finished model. The photo-etched parts fit perfectly with the Hasegawa kit and do not require significant modifications to the base model.

• Model scale: 1/48
• User country: Japan
• Period of use: World War II
• Material: photo-etched stainless steel, factory colored
• Category: photo-etched detail set for plastic model kits

This product is especially recommended for advanced modelers and those who want to give their models exceptional realism. The details achieved are precise and subtle, significantly enhancing the final appearance of your work. The assembly difficulty is rated at 3/5 due to the small and delicate nature of the parts.

The Eduard FE117 set is an excellent choice for aviation history enthusiasts and fans of Japanese WWII fighters who want to fully realize the potential of the 1/48 Hasegawa J2M Raiden model.