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==History== |
==History== |
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The Kyofu float striker unit developed by Yamanishi Aircraft performed better than expected. However, by the end of its development, the main tactic was to add an aircraft carrier to the fleet's escort, and the demand for float units was almost gone. Therefore, Yamanishi remodeled the Kyofu for land-based operations, and it became the Shiden Model 11. However, because the Kyofu was simply remodelled to be operated from land, it had many flaws, and it was later radically modified. This version was completed as the Shiden Model 21, commonly know as Shiden Kai. The improvements were successful, Compared to the conventional [[Miyabishi Type Zero carrier fighter legs|Type Zero]], the speed, diving ability, and defense were improved, and it became a unit suitable for the European "hit and run" tactics. The priority was given to its deployment to various units in Europe, taking the place of the Fuso Navy flagship unit after the second half of 1944. Yet, because its dogfighting capabilities weren't as good as the ones of the Zero Fighter, some aces still requested improvements to the Type Zero. |
The Kyofu float striker unit developed by Yamanishi Aircraft performed better than expected. However, by the end of its development, the main tactic was to add an aircraft carrier to the fleet's escort, and the demand for float units was almost gone. Therefore, Yamanishi remodeled the Kyofu for land-based operations, and it became the Shiden Model 11. However, because the Kyofu was simply remodelled to be operated from land, it had many flaws, and it was later radically modified. This version was completed as the Shiden Model 21, commonly know as Shiden Kai. The improvements were successful, Compared to the conventional [[Miyabishi Type Zero carrier fighter legs|Type Zero]], the speed, diving ability, and defense were improved, and it became a unit suitable for the European "hit and run" tactics. The priority was given to its deployment to various units in Europe, taking the place of the Fuso Navy flagship unit after the second half of 1944. Yet, because its dogfighting capabilities weren't as good as the ones of the Zero Fighter, some aces still requested improvements to the Type Zero. |
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| − | On the Shiden Model 11, the Kasei engine of the Kyofu was replaced by the Homare engine. Many of the important parts of the latest 2000Mp engine developed by [[Wikipedia:Nakajima Aircraft Company|Nagashima Flight Legs]] had specifications commonly used by the other countries. In addition, [[Liberion]] mass-production methods were |
+ | On the Shiden Model 11, the Kasei engine of the Kyofu was replaced by the Homare engine. Many of the important parts of the latest 2000Mp engine developed by [[Wikipedia:Nakajima Aircraft Company|Nagashima Flight Legs]] had specifications commonly used by the other countries. In addition, [[Liberion]] mass-production methods were partially implemented, resulting in a significant increase of the production efficiency. However, essential steps had to be done manually, and because both the Navy and the Army employed the new Homare, the engine production could not catch up. Therefore, Homare rival engine developed by [[Wikipedia:Mitsubishi|Miyabishi]], the Ma43, was installed in the Shiden Model 53. Although the Ma43 was larger and heavier than the Homare, it was a better engine, with a power output 1.2 times higher, and the production efficiency was excellent. Tested on many fuselages, one of them was delivered to Squadron leader [[Sakamoto Mio|Sakamoto]] and sent to Europe. However, the engine of her personal airframe is a prototype not yet mass-produced, and it seems that it still has many defects. In addition, Miyabishi plan to replace its Ma43 by the Ma43-11 which has better high-altitude performance. |
==Known variants== |
==Known variants== |
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*'''Kyofu''': Float striker unit with Kasei engine. |
*'''Kyofu''': Float striker unit with Kasei engine. |
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*'''Shiden Model 11''': Kyofu converted to be operated from land. The engine was replaced by the Homare. |
*'''Shiden Model 11''': Kyofu converted to be operated from land. The engine was replaced by the Homare. |
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| − | *'''Shiden Model 21''': |
+ | *'''Shiden Model 21''': Drastically improved Model 11, first variant to be called Shiden Kai. |
*'''Shiden Model 31''' |
*'''Shiden Model 31''' |
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*'''Shiden Model 31 Kai 2''': Carrier-based Model 31. |
*'''Shiden Model 31 Kai 2''': Carrier-based Model 31. |
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Revision as of 02:02, 23 October 2021
History
The Kyofu float striker unit developed by Yamanishi Aircraft performed better than expected. However, by the end of its development, the main tactic was to add an aircraft carrier to the fleet's escort, and the demand for float units was almost gone. Therefore, Yamanishi remodeled the Kyofu for land-based operations, and it became the Shiden Model 11. However, because the Kyofu was simply remodelled to be operated from land, it had many flaws, and it was later radically modified. This version was completed as the Shiden Model 21, commonly know as Shiden Kai. The improvements were successful, Compared to the conventional Type Zero, the speed, diving ability, and defense were improved, and it became a unit suitable for the European "hit and run" tactics. The priority was given to its deployment to various units in Europe, taking the place of the Fuso Navy flagship unit after the second half of 1944. Yet, because its dogfighting capabilities weren't as good as the ones of the Zero Fighter, some aces still requested improvements to the Type Zero.
On the Shiden Model 11, the Kasei engine of the Kyofu was replaced by the Homare engine. Many of the important parts of the latest 2000Mp engine developed by Nagashima Flight Legs had specifications commonly used by the other countries. In addition, Liberion mass-production methods were partially implemented, resulting in a significant increase of the production efficiency. However, essential steps had to be done manually, and because both the Navy and the Army employed the new Homare, the engine production could not catch up. Therefore, Homare rival engine developed by Miyabishi, the Ma43, was installed in the Shiden Model 53. Although the Ma43 was larger and heavier than the Homare, it was a better engine, with a power output 1.2 times higher, and the production efficiency was excellent. Tested on many fuselages, one of them was delivered to Squadron leader Sakamoto and sent to Europe. However, the engine of her personal airframe is a prototype not yet mass-produced, and it seems that it still has many defects. In addition, Miyabishi plan to replace its Ma43 by the Ma43-11 which has better high-altitude performance.
Known variants
- Kyofu: Float striker unit with Kasei engine.
- Shiden Model 11: Kyofu converted to be operated from land. The engine was replaced by the Homare.
- Shiden Model 21: Drastically improved Model 11, first variant to be called Shiden Kai.
- Shiden Model 31
- Shiden Model 31 Kai 2: Carrier-based Model 31.
- Shiden Model 41
- Shiden Model 53: The engine was replaced by the Ma43.
Trivia
- This striker unit is based on the Kawanishi N1K Shiden fighter.
- The magic engines are respectively based on the Nakajima Homare and Mitsubishi Ha-43 engines.
Gallery
