Hasegawa Press Release: April 2013 Releases
By Chris Banyai-Riepl
1/48 Scale F-16C Fighting Falcon®
Turkish delight
Turkey is just one of dozens of countries that have taken advantage of the F-16 Fighting Falcon’s astounding power. This particular Turkish Air Force variant is tasked with suppressing enemy air defenses. A sophisticated targeting system guides the Falcons to range, the weapons do the rest. Cannons, rockets, missiles and bombs can all be fielded from the Falcon with a precision and in such profusion that target destruction is virtually assured.
Features:
This limited edition kit features a special decoration for the 2012 Tiger meet
Decals are for: Turkish A.F. 192 SQ. “TIGER MEET 2012”
Total Parts: 121
Skill Level: 3
Available: June
Stock Number HSGS7338
Retail Price $64.99
1/48 Scale Sea King HAR.5 “Ark Royal”
Superior search-and-rescue realism
The Sea King HAR.5 was added to the 771 Naval Air Squadron’s fleet in 1987, just as it adopted a SAR (Search and Rescue) role. Famous for their grey and red color scheme, these helis are on call 24/7, 365 days a year. Sea Kings were deployed from the HMS Ark Royal in the Bosnian War and the 2003 Invasion of Iraq.
Features:
This limited edition kit features new mesh intake filters
Decals are for: 1. Royal Navy HMS Ark Royal 771 NAS, Code: 824
Total Parts: 193
Skill Level: 3
Available: June
Stock Number HSGS7339
Retail Price $99.99
Chinese Navy J-15 Egg Plane
It’s not eggs-actly copyright in-fridge-ment
The Chinese Navy broke a whole carton of international egg-reements when they plucked all the juiciest features of the Russian Sukhoi-33 and used them to feather their own bird. If that’s not eggs-asperating enough, the roost for these finagled fighters is an aircraft carrier lifted from the hen house under false pretenses. Other countries have squawked plenty, but they ended up with egg on their faces. Apparently, you can do anything when you’re the cock of the walk. Ruffle some feathers when you crow about your Grade-A construction!
Features:
This limited edition kit is molded in yellow to resemble the real Chinese People’s Liberation Army Navy aircraft.
Decals are for: Code: 552, 553 Chinese Aircraft Carrier Liaoning Nov., 2012
Total Parts: 36
Skill Level: 3
Available: June
Stock Number HSGS6052
Retail Price $17.99
1/72 Scale CF-18A Hornet “Canada Special Marking 2012”
Our northern neighbor’s contribution to NORAD
The Royal Canadian Air Force chose the Hornet as a replacement for the aging aircraft they had been using to defend NORAD airspace. Many of the Hornet’s features, like twin engines, make it ideal for long patrols over Arctic waters. In addition to their watchdog role, these fighters have fought in many conflicts since the Gulf War. Canada’s demonstration team, the Snowbirds, fly their aircraft with a panache to match the American Blue Angels.
Kit Features:
One decal marking option:
1. Royal Canadian A.F. 4th Wing, demonstration special marking, Code: 781, 2012
Total Parts: 76
Skill Level: 3
Limited Edition
Available: June
Stock Number HSGS2047
Retail Price $44.99
1/48 Scale F-104S Starfighter “Veltro 1”
The last of the fastest
The F-104S Starfighter – a licensed Italian version of the supersonic Lockheed® interceptor – was the final F-104 variant. It could carry up to 7,500 lb (3,400 kg) in external stores. The Italian Air Force’s 5th Wing, 23rd Fighter Squadron took advantage of the F-104S’s Mach 2.2 speeds and extensive weapons arrays for thirty-five years, until it was decommissioned in 2004.
Features:
This limited edition kit features a F-104S kit with new ventral fin parts and new resin machine gun cover parts
Decals are for: 1. Italian A.F. 5th Stormo 23rd Gruppo 5-42: Veltro 1
Total Parts: 145
Skill Level: 3
Available: June
Stock Number HSGS7340
Retail Price $56.99
1/72 Scale Kawanishi E7K1 Type 94 Model 1 Reconnaissance Seaplane “Battleship Kirishima” & Catapult
The Battleship Kirishima’s eyes in the sky
In World War II, the limited effectiveness of radar meant ships often relied on visual contact to establish enemy positions. Seaplanes, launched from catapults on ships like the Kirishima, could detect threats long before radar or ship lookouts could. Low speed and light armament made seaplanes sitting ducks if enemy fighters showed up, but the risk was often worth the reward.
Kit Features:
Catapult
Three decal marking options:
1. I.J.N. Battleship Kirishima, Code: BI-1, 1938-1939
2. I.J.N. Seaplane Depot Ship Chiyoda, Code: Z-55, 1939
3. Extra markings: Z-52 & Z-53
Total Parts: 85
Skill Level: 3
Limited Edition
Available: June
Stock Number HSGS2045
Retail Price $37.99
1/72 Scale B-17F Flying Fortress “Knock-Out Dropper”
The 8th Bomber Command’s luckiest lady
No fighter cover, no experience, no Allies on the ground, no problem. “Knock-out Dropper” was the first bomber in the Eighth Bomber Command to fly 50 missions, and then it was the first to fly 75. Since crew members only had to complete 25 missions to be rotated out, this lucky lady carried a full three crews to and from some of the most dangerous targets of WWII. “Knock-out Dropper” was a lucky craft, coming through all 75 missions with minor damage.
Kit Features:
One decal marking option:
1. U.S.A.A.F. 8th A.F. 303rd B.G. 359th B.S. BN-R: “Knock-Out Dropper,” March 1944
Total Parts: 98
Skill Level: 3
Limited Edition
Available: June
Stock Number HSGS2044
Retail Price $56.99
1/72 Scale AH-1S Cobra Chopper Two Kit Combo
Sink your fangs into a “Kisarazu Special”
Cobras are the Japan Ground Self Defense Forces’ key attack helicopters. Crews and ground crews take great pride in their helis, often giving them extensive detailing for special occasions. It’s easy to see why the J.G.S.D.F values the Cobra so highly; it’s a veritable whirlwind of destruction. The Cobra’s 20 mm Gatling-style cannon, TOW missiles and 38 70 mm rockets are designed to inflict major damage.
Kit Features:
Two AH-1S Cobra kits
Two decal marking options:
1. J.G.S.D.F. 4ATH 20th Anniversary Special Marking, Code: 14, Camp Kisarazu, Oct. 2012
2. J.G.S.D.F. 4ATH 19th Anniversary Special Marking, Code: 67, Camp Kisarazu, Oct. 2011
Total Parts (x 2): 78
Skill Level: 3
Limited Edition
Available: June
Stock Number HSGS2043
Retail Price $52.99
1/72 Scale Mitsubishi® F-1 “Sea Camoflage” Two Kit Combo
Making sure enemies never make it to shore
The Mitsubishi F-1 was the first jet aircraft that Japan produced after WWII. Its primary armament is the ASM1, an anti-ship missile containing a warhead with more than 330 lb (150 kg) of high explosive that can target ships thirty miles (50 km) away. Couple that range with the F-1’s combat radius and you don’t want to be on a hostile boat within 400 miles (650 km) of Japan.
Kit Features:
Two Mitsubishi F-1 kits
One-piece canopy parts
Three decal marking options:
1. J.A.S.D.F. 3rd A.W. 3rd SQ., Code: 259, 1989
2. J.A.S.D.F. 8th A.W. 6th SQ., 2000 (one-piece canopy)
3. J.A.S.D.F. 3rd A.W. 8th SQ., Code: 224, 1988
Total Parts (x 2): 73+72
Skill Level: 3
Limited Edition
Available: June
Stock Number HSGS2046
Retail Price $52.99
Carbon Finishing Film
Film so real, you’ll do a double take.
Take the realism of your model to even greater heights with Hasegawa Finishing Film. These adhesive film sheets easily attach to your model, giving it a perfect checker pattern or smooth carbon finish. It is perfect for race cars and other vehicles that use carbon fiber parts to reduce weight.
Features:
Available in smooth Plain and Checker patterns
Individual sheets measure 3.5” x 7.9”
(90 mm x 200 mm)
Available: May
Stock Number HSGS7911 Description Checker Pattern Carbon Finishing Film
Retail Price $25.99
Stock Number HSGS7912 Plain Carbon Finishing Film
Retail Price $25.99