Product Description

- A kit that conveys the charm of the Zero fighter with its neat appearance and delicate texture on the wing surface

[About the actual machine]
- The Mitsubishi A6M Zero was a carrier-based fighter plane used by the Imperial Japanese Navy during the Pacific War.
- Its outstanding maneuverability and range, combined with the skills of its well-trained pilots, overwhelmed and amazed the American forces in the early stages of the war.
- First flew in 1939 and entered service in 1940.
- Improvements continued throughout the war and the vehicle was in use until the end of the war.
- The total number of aircraft produced exceeds 10,000 of each type.
- The first of many types developed was the A6M2.
- The engine is equipped with Sakae Type 12.
- The lack of engine power was compensated for by thorough weight reduction of the aircraft, resulting in high performance.
- Equipped with two 20 mm machine guns in the wings and two 7.7 mm machine guns in the nose.
- In the early stages of the war, the Japanese fighter jets overwhelmed the Americans with their performance, which was a testament to the skills of experienced pilots. However, as the war progressed, the Japanese fighter jets were at a disadvantage due to the American military's vast supply of materials, the development of new aircraft, and changes in aerial combat methods.
- Due to delays in the development of a successor model, this aircraft became Japan's leading fighter plane, active throughout the entire war.

[About the model]
- This model is a plastic model assembly kit that reproduces in 1/48 scale the Zero Fighter, the Imperial Japanese Navy's main carrier-based fighter plane that was active during the Pacific War.
- This model is based on the early type A6M2, Model 21.
- The parts are made by Eduard, which is well known for its sharp finish.
- The neat proportions are reproduced with plenty of atmosphere.
- Eduard's unique expression of the shape of the fuselage and wings as well as the texture of the panel lines and wing surfaces conveys the charm of the Zero fighter.
- The model also features a detailed model of Sakae's engine.
- The mechanical reproduction of the cylinders and rods is attractive.
- The cowl's distinctive shape is accurately expressed with fine divisions.
- The cockpit, floor and side walls are modeled in minute detail, with the seats and instrument panel reproduced for a dense finish.
- Canopy can be assembled either open or closed.
- Of course, the instructions are in Japanese and produced by Platz, so you can rest assured.
- The markings are a set of aircraft from the aircraft carriers Shokaku and Hiryu, which participated in the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 8th, which marked the start of the war between Japan and the United States.
- This is a Zero Fighter Type 21 kit that airplane modelers cannot miss.

[Main features]
- Reproduce the Zero Fighter Type 21 in 1/48 scale
- Parts are made by Eduard
- Japanese manual produced by Platz
- Decals are made by Cartograf and are selected from the aircraft carriers Shokaku and Hiryu at the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 8th.



Item Size/Weight : 38.2 x 25.3 x 7.3 cm / 406g

Product Specifications

Country

Japan

Item code

AE-42

JAN code

4545782118254

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