Japan's Kokusai Ki-76 liaison, Army Type 3
Allied Code Name: Stella

Design

The Ki-76 was designed by Kozo Masuhara, who patterned the aircraft after the German Fi 156 Storch.

In June 1941, a Storch and a Ki-76 were compared and the Ki-76 excelled in all areas except for landing distance.

Production

• Total:
  • Manufacturer: Nippon Kokusai Koku Kogyo K.K.
  • Production: Fall 1942 - 1944

Specifications

	Kokusai Ki-76
Type	Liaison
Crew	2
Engine (Type)	Hitachi Ha-42
Cylinders	Radial 9
Cooling	Air
Net HP	310
Propeller blades
Dimensions
Span	49' 2"
Length	31' 4"
Height	9' 6"
Wing area
Weight
Empty
Normal load	3,373 lb
Maximum load
Performance
Speed	111 mph
Speed - cruising
Climb
Service ceiling	18,470'
Range	466 miles
Armament	1: MG
Bombs	264 lb