Japanese Ki-1 Heavy Bomber

The Mitsubishi Ki-1 was a Japanese twin-engine heavy bomber of the early 1930s. Its layout and equipment reflected a period when large biplane and early monoplane bomber concepts were being overtaken rapidly by more capable designs. The type saw limited operational use and did not become a principal Japanese bomber of the Pacific War. Its significance lies in the Imperial Japanese Army’s interwar effort to build a modern bombing capability and develop domestic aircraft manufacturing experience.

Early bomber development involved not only airframe design but engines, crew arrangements, navigation, and bomb-delivery methods. Experience gained with limited early types could influence later programs even when the original aircraft had a short career.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in the Global War series of games by Historical Board Gaming and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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