Kawasaki Ki.56 Type 1 ("Thalia")
The Kawasaki Ki-56, known as "Thalia" to the Allies, saw service in all operational theaters as an all-around transport plane. The plane was derived from the Lockheed 14, which Kawasaki began building under license in 1939. The Ki-56 had a longer fuselage than the Lockheed, an altered wing-support system, and a lighter-weight structure. The first two prototypes appeared in November, 1940. During tests the Ki-56 proved generally superior to the Lockheed 14. Production of this plane continued until September, 1943 and a total of 121 aircraft came off the assembly lines. The Ki-56 could carry 5,280 pounds of cargo in addition to its four man crew.
Kawasaki Ki.56 Type 1
Type: Cargo Transport Specifications: (specifications for this aircraft coming soon)
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