rox Posted June 25, 2012 Report Share Posted June 25, 2012 Name: Nakajima Ki-84-la Hayate (1944) Date Added: 25 June 2012 - 15:22 PM Owner: ROX Short Description: The Nakajima Ki-84 Hayate was a single-seat fighter used by the Imperial Japanese Army Air Force. The Allied reporting name was "Frank"; the Japanese Army designation was Army Type 4 Fighter. Featuring excellent performance and high maneuverability, the Ki-84 was considered to be the best Japanese fighter to see large scale operations during World War II. It was able to match any Allied fighter, and to intercept the high-flying B-29 Superfortresses. Its powerful armament (that could include two 30 mm and two 20 mm cannon) increased its lethality. Though hampered by poor production quality in later models, a high-maintenance engine, a landing gear prone to buckle,and lack of experienced pilots above all else, Hayates proved to be fearsome opponents. 3,514 aircraft were built. View Aircraft Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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