Nakajima Kikka (AZ Model)
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30 24 April 2023, 22:16
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I just finished the AZ Model kit of the Nakajima Kikka. Despite the title on the box, the Kikka never received a designation such as "J9N" - only "Kikka." Japan's first jet fighter, it bore a superficial resemblance to the Me 262 but was a much smaller aircraft. The Kikka only made one test flight (the day after the Hiroshima bombing) for about 40 minutes or so. It was heavily damaged in a subsequent aborted attempt to take-off with rocket pod assist and never flew again. There is a surviving airframe at Udvar-Hazy which is being restored for display.
The model is a typical short-run kit. Luckily I was able to find a nice photoetch sheet from NH Detail in Sofia, Bulgaria so I could add some details. At the end of the day, not a great kit and not my best work (by a long shot). But if you want a 1:72 Kikka, this is probably the easiest way to do it. Cheers, Bill
24 April 2023, 22:57
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Excellent job all'round 👍🏻
I wish I had the etch set when I build mine, it takes it to another level
28 April 2023, 08:45
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Thanks mates!
@Jan - the etch set really improved the kit. I only wish I had a vacuform canopy that I could easily open up so you could see the cockpit. I thought about cutting open the kit's injected canopy, but it is fairly thick and I didn't want to make a mistake and ruin it as it was all I had.
I used to have the old MPM kit of the Kikka in my stash (even more basic than this one) but I sold it. I think the AZ kit is still available, so it is the simplest way to get a 1:72 Kikka. Better yet, look for the 1:48 Kikka from Fine Molds. I've heard that's the best one of all.
Cheers, Bill
1 May 2023, 20:38
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1:72 AZ Model kit