Hasegawa to Distribute Two HK Models 1/48 WWII Aircraft Kits From August 2026
Hasegawa bringing HK Models' large-scale WWII kits to the Japanese market gives domestic modelers access to detailed limited-run subjects with premium add-ons like 3D printed parts.
Reporting from 1 sources: Dengeki Hobby Web.
Hasegawa will sell two 1/48 scale WWII aircraft plastic model kits from Hong Kong manufacturer HK Models starting August 2026. The B-25J Mitchell Strafer and the DB-7B Boston III Limited Edition include Cartograf decals, photo-etched parts, and the Boston III adds 3D printed cockpit and turret machine guns. The Boston III is limited to 800 units.
The B-25J Mitchell Strafer reproduces the final production variant of the US bomber in 1/48 scale and includes Cartograf decals for two US markings, a nose weight, a poster, photo-etched parts, and a color instruction sheet. It is priced at 19,250 yen.
The DB-7B Boston III Limited Edition, limited to 800 units, adds 3D printed cockpit and upper turret machine guns, metal landing gear, and Cartograf decals. It costs 21,450 yen. Both kits are scheduled for release from August 2026.
- B-25J Mitchell Strafer: 1/48 scale, 19,250 yen, includes Cartograf decals, photo-etched parts, nose weight, poster
- DB-7B Boston III Limited Edition: 1/48 scale, limited to 800 units, 21,450 yen, includes 3D printed cockpit and turret guns, metal landing gear, Cartograf decals
Synthesized by Yomimono from the 1 cited source below, including Japanese-language reporting where cited, then editorially reviewed before publishing.