Kawasaki T-4 JASDF 32nd TSQ Red Dolphin

#26-5808, Hamamatsu AB, Japan

Hobby Master 1/72  HA3904

The Japan T-4 Trainer 26-5808 was built in 2002 c/n 1208 is assigned to the 32nd TSQ (Training Squadron / 1st Air Wing) at JASDF Hamamatsu AB. First established in 1925 Hamamatsu became a flight training school in 1952. Japan has two Training squadrons located at Hamamatsu, the 31st named Blue Dolphin and the 32nd named Red Dolphin. The dolphin is a reference to a mythical dolphin like creature called Shachihoko so these squadrons have adopted it as part of their emblem and squadron names.

Kawasaki T-4

Designed to replace the Fuji T-1 as an intermediate trainer for the Japanese Air Self-Defence Force, the T4 was first flown on July 29th, 1985.

The Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft.

Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" diecast airplanes feature:

• Die-cast metal construction with some plastic components.
• Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
• Pad-printed markings and stickers that will not fade or flake like decals.
• Opening of the awnings, revealing details from inside the cockpit.
• Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear.
• Presentation stand to present the aircraft "in flight".
• Authentic detachable artillery loads with posters.
• Detailed bottom with hidden screw heads.