A rocket interceptor closely based on the German Me 163 and developed jointly for Japanese Army and Navy use.
Primary roleInterceptor
First flight1945
OriginEmpire of Japan
ManufacturerMitsubishi Heavy Industries
Documented variants1
Crew modeCrewed
AirframeFixed Wing
Variants
| Designation | Type | Role | Recorded operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| J8M1 Shusui | Prototype | Interceptor | Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service |
Sources and further reading
Structured references supporting this aircraft family, variants, specifications, and narrative sections.
- Japanese Aircraft of the Pacific War — Putnam · Tier 3