大日本帝國陸軍航空部隊 & 海軍航空隊
The Imperial Japanese Army & Navy Air Services
Our Small Scale Aircraft Choices
Our aircraft for our Naval Ranges are mounted in two scales. We chose to do 1/1800 as this ties in with the largest of our naval miniatures, and other than the individually mounted aircraft these are all mounted on opaque lozenges.
The ones listed as ‘on Flight Deck’ are all individual and loose with 10 individual aircraft per pack. You will see what base options you can choose as well.
The 1/1200 aircraft came about as the result of trialling our proprietary ‘wing links’ and at a slightly larger scale that look small enough for the game being played and yet large enough that you can actually paint them. Most aircraft in the WW2 ranges are in fours, linked by the wings, although the bombers are in pairs and others are individually mounted.
Aichi D3A 'Val'
Dive Bomber
1/1800
1/1200
Base Options
£2.00
£3.00
D
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The Aichi D3A “Val” was a carrier-based dive bomber used by the Imperial Japanese Navy during World War II. First flown in 1938, it featured fixed landing gear and a distinctive gull wing. It played a major role in early Pacific battles, including Pearl Harbor.
Aichi D3A 'Val'
Dive Bomber on Flight Deck
1/1800
£2.00
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Despite its relatively slow speed and light armor, the D3A was remarkably effective due to skilled pilots and coordinated tactics. It became Japan’s most successful dive bomber, credited with sinking more Allied warships than any other Axis aircraft during the war.
Mitsubishi A5M 'Claude'
Fighter Plane
1/1800
1/1200
Base Options
£2.00
£3.00
F
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The Mitsubishi A5M, known as the “Claude” by the Allies, was the world’s first carrier-based monoplane fighter. Introduced in 1937, it was highly maneuverable and served prominently in the Second Sino-Japanese War, showcasing Japan’s early air superiority in the Pacific.
Mitsubishi A5M 'Claude'
Fighter Plane on Flight Deck
1/1800
£2.00
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Though quickly outclassed by newer designs, the A5M remained in frontline service into the early stages of World War II. It laid the foundation for its famed successor, the A6M Zero, and marked a turning point in naval aviation with its advanced monoplane configuration.
Mitsubishi A6M 'Zero'
Fighter Plane
1/1800
1/1200
Base Options
£2.00
£3.00
F
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The Mitsubishi A6M Zero was a long-range carrier-based fighter introduced in 1940. Lightweight and highly maneuverable, it dominated early Pacific battles with superior range and agility. It became a symbol of Japanese air power during World War II, especially at Pearl Harbor and beyond.
Mitsubishi A6M 'Zero'
Fighter Plane on Flight Deck
1/1800
£2.00
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Despite early success, the Zero’s lack of armor and self-sealing fuel tanks made it vulnerable as Allied tactics and aircraft improved. Its effectiveness declined by mid-war, but it remained in service throughout, including in kamikaze missions, reflecting Japan’s shifting strategy and dwindling resources.
Mitsubishi Ki-21 'Sally'
Heavy Bomber
1/1800
1/1200
Base Options
£2.00
£3.00
B
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The Mitsubishi Ki-21 “Sally” was a twin-engine heavy bomber used by the Imperial Japanese Army. Introduced in the late 1930s, it saw extensive action in China and the Pacific. Though initially effective, it became vulnerable due to limited defensive armament and lack of speed.
Mitsubishi Ki-51 'Sonja'
Dive Bomber
1/1800
1/1200
Base Options
£2.00
£3.00
D or B
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The Mitsubishi Ki-51 “Sonja” was a light bomber and dive bomber used by the Imperial Japanese Army. Rugged and easy to maintain, it excelled in ground support roles. However, its slow speed and light armament made it highly vulnerable to modern Allied fighters.
Mitsubitshi G3M 'Nell'
Medium Bomber
1/1800
1/1200
Base Options
£2.00
£2.00
B
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The Mitsubishi G3M “Nell” was a long-range, twin-engine medium bomber used by the Imperial Japanese Navy. Introduced in the mid-1930s, it excelled in maritime strike roles. Despite its range and payload, it lacked armor and defensive armament, making it vulnerable to enemy fighters.
Mitsubitshi G4M 'Betty'
Medium bomber
1/1800
1/1200
Base Options
£2.00
£3.00
B
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The Mitsubishi G4M “Betty” was a fast, long-range medium bomber used by the Imperial Japanese Navy. Known for its impressive range and payload, it lacked armor and self-sealing fuel tanks, earning a reputation for flammability. It was heavily used throughout the Pacific War.
Nakajima A6M2-N 'Rufe'
Reconnaissance Plane
1/1800
1/1200
Base Options
£2.00
£3.00
R
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The Mitsubishi A6M2-N “Rufe” was a floatplane variant of the A6M Zero, adapted for operations without airstrips. Equipped with a large central float and stabilizing wing floats, it provided air cover for remote island bases but sacrificed speed and agility compared to its land-based counterpart.
Nakajima B5N 'Kate'
Torpedo Bomber
1/1800
1/1200
Base Options
£2.00
£3.00
T
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The Nakajima B5N “Kate” was the Imperial Japanese Navy’s primary torpedo bomber during early World War II. Introduced in 1937, it featured a crew of three and excellent range. It played a key role in the attack on Pearl Harbor and other early victories.
Nakajima B5N 'Kate'
Torpedo Bomber on Flight Deck
1/1800
£2.00
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Despite becoming outdated by mid-war, the B5N remained in service due to a lack of replacements. It was versatile, capable of carrying bombs or torpedoes, and relied heavily on coordinated attacks with fighters and dive bombers for effectiveness against well-defended targets.
Nakajima Ki-27 'Nate'
Fighter Plane
1/1800
1/1200
Base Options
£2.00
£3.00
F
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The Nakajima Ki-27 “Nate” was a nimble, lightly armed monoplane fighter used by the Imperial Japanese Army. Introduced in the late 1930s, it dominated early air battles in China and against Soviet forces, but became obsolete against faster, better-armed Allied aircraft in World War II.
Nakajima Ki-43 'Oscar'
Fighter Plane
1/1800
1/1200
Base Options
£2.00
£3.00
F
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The Nakajima Ki-43 “Oscar” was a highly maneuverable single-engine fighter used by the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II. Known for its agility, it was effective in early Pacific battles but struggled against more advanced Allied aircraft due to its light armament and limited durability.
