Tamiya 61078 Nakajima Gekko Type 11 Scale Display Model 1/48  [61078]

Overview of the Nakajima Gekko Type 11 Night Fighter

The Nakajima Gekko Type 11, referred to as "Irving" by Allied aircrews, was purpose-built for night interception missions. Its twin-engine layout and oblique-firing guns let crews engage enemy bombers from an offset angle. Tamiya's 1/48 kit recreates these historical features for collectors and keen modellers.

Service Role and Unique Features

Commissioned to meet the need for nocturnal defence, the Gekko combined agility with an unconventional weapons layout. The kit mirrors these characteristics and includes the option to pose the gun inspection hatch open to show internal detail.

Construction Quality and Markings

Tamiya's reputation for fit and surface detail is evident in this release, which supplies decals for two aircraft and a pair of pilot figures. The precise parts make for a rewarding build that results in an accurate static display model.