Mitsubishi J2M3 Raiden (Jack)

Overall a good kit, with the typical Hasegawa engineering and parts fit. Like most Hase kits, the Raiden is somewhat let down by lack of detail, although this cockpit is much better than the typically empty Hasegawa offering. The seat, instrument panel, and gunsight are well-detailed, and the cockpit really just needs a harness to be complete. Rather, the engine is the real disappointment, represented by a chunky disc with some strange protrusions sticking out. The canopy is one piece, and cannot be posed open. The kit includes a small drop tank to mount under the center fuselage. Decals are attractive, and will set down without the aid of setting solutions. The landing gear and propeller are well-detailed, but the cannons look strange, and the wheel bays are completely blank. Overall, captures the fast look of this stubby fighter with minimal putty and some level of detail.