Nakajima Ki-44-IIc "Shoki" – the Japanese fighter - interceptor

Nakajima Ki-44 "Shoki" - Japanese, single-engine, metal, semi-shell construction, low-wing fighter - interceptor of the Second World War. The first flight of the prototype took place in August 1940, and the supply to the formation units began in 1942. In the Allied code it was called "Tojo". During the war, three versions of the Ki-44 were created. The first, designated Ki-44-I, was powered by a Nakajima Ha-41 engine with a power of 1200 h. p. Only 40 of this version were built. Another modification, called the Ki-44-II, had a new, more powerful engine and reinforced armament. Initially, it was used in the battles for Burma, Malaysia and Sumatra, but soon found itself in the defense units of the main Japanese islands. The last, produced in small quantities, was the Ki-44-III version with the new Nakajima Ha-145 engine. All versions of the Ki-44, despite their considerable maximum speed, were not liked by pilots, especially due to their low maneuverability and difficult piloting. They were effective against bombers, but had significant problems with escort fighters.

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