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Japanese Navy F1M2 'Pete' Floatplane by Ron Cole

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Japanese Navy F1M2 "Pete" Floatplane

The Mitsubishi F1M2, codenamed "Pete" by the Allies, was a versatile biplane observation floatplane extensively used by the Imperial Japanese Navy during World War II. Despite its biplane design, which was considered somewhat outdated by the war years, the F1M2 proved to be highly adaptable and effective in various roles. It was primarily designed for reconnaissance, but its robust construction and good performance allowed it to be employed for convoy escort, anti-submarine warfare, maritime patrol, rescue operations, and even as a light bomber.
Powered by an 875 hp Mitsubishi MK2 Zuisei radial engine, the F1M2 featured a single large central float and two smaller stabilizing floats. It typically carried a crew of two: a pilot and a rear gunner/observer. Armament usually consisted of two forward-firing 7.7mm Type 97 machine guns and one flexible rear-firing 7.7mm Type 92 machine gun, with the capacity to carry two 60kg (132 lb) bombs. Over 1,100 units were built between 1936 and 1944, making it the last biplane type to see widespread service with the Imperial Japanese Navy.
Ron Cole has portrayed this aircraft in flight as the sun rises, with the battleships Fuso and Yamato on the surface.  

Each signed & numbered by the artist. 

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