Mitsubishi J2M Raiden 'Jack' Squadron from Warlord Games

Blood Red Skies: Mitsubishi J2M Raiden 'Jack' Squadron

The elegant J2M Raiden (Thunderbolt) was designed as an interceptor for bombers. It proved to be a dangerous opponent, but had difficulty reaching the high-flying B29 Superfortresses, which were its primary prey.

After a year spent addressing serious engine problems, the elegant Mitsubishi J2M Raiden ("Thunderbolt"), nicknamed "Jack" by the Allies, finally entered frontline service in February 1944. The aircraft was primarily designed to counter the Boeing B-29 Superfortress, but its poor engine performance continued to plague pilots in this role. Nevertheless, the aircraft proved a formidable opponent when Japanese pilots successfully employed its four-cannon armament and its dive-bombing and zoom tactics.

The J2Ms were operated from Guam and Saipan, and a small number of aircraft were stationed in the Philippines. Some Raidens were based at the selected airfields of Genzan (Wonsan), Ranan (Nanam), Funei (Nuren), and Rashin (Najin) to engage Soviet naval air units.

Contents of the box:
- 6 x Warlord Resin Mitsubishi J2M Raiden Aircraft
- 6 x Advantage Flying Base
- 1 x Punchboard with game pieces
- 1 x aircraft map (Mitsubishi J2M Raiden)
- 1 x Doctrine Card (Frontal Assault)
- 6 x Aircraft Trait Card (3 x Heavy Blow, 3 x Great Ascent)
- 1 x Negative attribute card (Poor quality)
- 1 x sheet for aircraft markings

Models are delivered unassembled and unpainted.