Azur FR006 Nakajima KO-4 (1/72) – plastic aircraft model kit

Azur FR006 Nakajima KO-4 in 1/72 scale is a high-quality plastic model aircraft intended for modellers interested in military aviation of the interwar period. This model faithfully recreates the Japanese Nakajima KO-4 fighter aircraft, a licensed version of the famous French Nieuport-Delage NiD 29C1. This particular variant was produced by Nakajima for the Imperial Japanese Army.

Historical background of the Nakajima KO-4

The Nakajima KO-4 was the primary fighter of the Japanese military aviation in the 1920s and early 1930s. Introduced into service in the early 1920s, it remained one of the most numerous and significant aircraft in the Imperial Japanese Army Air Service arsenal throughout the decade. It participated, among others, in conflicts on the Korean Peninsula and in Manchuria, becoming a symbol of the modernization of Japanese aviation during the interwar period. The aircraft was used mainly for training and patrol missions until it was replaced by more advanced designs at the end of the 1930s.

Features of the Azur FR006 Nakajima KO-4 1/72 model

• Category: plastic model kit
• Scale: 1/72
• Manufacturer: Azur
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Included in the set: plastic parts, decals with Japanese markings, detailed assembly instructions
• Accessories: glue and paints not included – must be purchased separately
• Add-ons: realistic surface details, accurately reflecting historical features
• User country: Japan
• Period of use: interwar period (1920s–1930s)

Recommendations and difficulty level

The Azur FR006 Nakajima KO-4 (1/72) is particularly recommended for intermediate modellers with a passion for aviation and Far Eastern military history. The difficulty level is rated at 3 out of 5 – the model requires basic experience in assembly and painting, but the clear instructions make it accessible also to ambitious beginners. Thanks to its excellent detail reproduction, the Azur FR006 perfectly fits both individual collections and larger historical-aviation dioramas.

Why choose this model?

Dedicated to enthusiasts of Japanese aviation, the Nakajima KO-4 model in 1/72 scale allows for the recreation of a unique period in the development of Japanese Imperial aviation. It is a valuable addition to any interwar-era model collection, fitting into the niche of rarely available topics on the modelling market.