Mansyu Ki.71 ("Edna")
The Ki-71 was an attempt made in 1941 to develop an advanced version of the Ki-51 Sonia. This experimental design featured a more powerful engine, two 20mm cannon, and retractable landing gear (in place of the Ki-51's fixed gear). Despite the enhancements, however, maximum speed was only 292 mph, and the design was not accepted for production. Only three examples were built, but the project was known to the Allies and the design was given the codename "Edna".
Mansyu Ki.71
Type: Experimental Tactical Reconnaissance aircraft
Service: Japanese Army Air Force (JAAF)
Crew: two
Armament: two wing-mounted 20mm Ho-5 cannon
Specifications:
Length: unknown, but should be similar to Ki-51
Height: unknown, but should be similar to Ki-51
Wingspan: unknown, but should be similar to Ki-51
Wing area: unknown, but should be similar to Ki-51
Empty Weight: unknown, but should be similar to Ki-51
Max Weight: unknown, but should be similar to Ki-51
Propulsion:
No. of Engines: 1
Powerplant: Mitsubishi Ha-112-II radial engine
Horsepower: 1500 hp
Performance:
Range: n/a
Cruise Speed: n/a
Max Speed: 292 mph (470 km/hr)
Climb to/in: n/a
Ceiling: n/a
Production: three Ki-71s made
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