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wikipedia said:
Ki-167 "Sakura-dan": Special attack version equipped with one thermite bomb of 2,900 kg (6,400 lb) in the fuselage behind the crew cabin. The shape of the bomb conducted the blast forward, projecting a jet capable of reaching nearly a mile with a maximum blast radius of 300 m (980 ft). The bomb was designed to breach emplacements as well as to destroy massed formations of armor. 2 produced.

Let's say that the Empire of Japan manages to produce more than two of these, and produces them early enough to see use. Let us say that it is used at Okinawa. Obviously, nothing can change the course of the war at this point, but still, how effective is it?

Unlike a lot of Japanese bombers, the Ki-67 had self-sealing fuel tanks and armor, so it should prove harder to destroy before it reaches its target. If some are lucky enough to get through, what happens? Can it kill groups of infantry? Can it be used for anti-ship strikes? How do US tactics change in response?
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