Tamiya 60318 - 1/32 Mitsubishi A6M5 Zero Fighter Model 52 (Zeke)  [60318]

The Greatest Zero

The A6M5 Zero Fighter Model 52 is completely reproduced because of the finest of details and moveable parts giving you one superb 1/32 scale model. Tamiya has placed their life blood into producing this splendid model. This set comes with metal components depicting the 20mm cannon barrels and pitot pipe for a sharper finish. Fine details including the pre-painted machine weapon barrels and also the steel plated pitot pipes really get this model be noticed. One new set of markings to depict an aircraft in the Aircraft Carrier Junyo at the Marianas is roofed. Furthermore, you can properly keep your completed model in its special packaging. This refined model accurately represents the A6M5 Model 52 Zero Fighter which struggled overwhelming variety of superior U.S. aircraft. Reproducing this phenomenal piece of Japanese aircraft technology is truely enjoyable.

in regards to the Zero

The Mitsubishi A6M5 Zero was the Japanese Navy's primary fighter through the entire Pacific Theater during WWII. Inside second 1 / 2 of the war, the model 52 Zero, a refined form of the model 22, aimed to battle the increasing numbers of high-performance U.S. aircraft. It featured a shorter 11m wingspan with rounded wingtips, was running on the same 1130hp Nakajima "Sakae" motor as observed in the model 22 Zero, and had the latest exhaust propulsion system which gave it a 565km/h top speed. The A6M5 came armed with two 7.7mm device guns and 20mm belt-feed kind cannons on each wing. Deployment of this A6M5 began within the autumn of 1943, in addition they saw action on Solomon campaign along with the Marianas. It fearlessly defended Japan against overwhelming figures and superior U.S. aircraft up until ab muscles last day of the war.

Specs & Features

• This really is a 1/32 scale plastic assembly kit type of the A6M5 Zero Fighter model 52 Zeke which fought inside latter phases of WWII.
• Length: 285mm, Width: 344mm.
• The beautiful human body line from the uniquely curved motor cowl towards wings is faithfully reproduced.
• In addition to the realistically reproduced fuselage, the Nakajima "Sakae" type 21 engine and cockpit inside are high in information.
• The rudder, flaps, and the reduced fuselage components are moveable.
• Selection of either open or closed cowl flaps and canopy.
• Included steel parts guarantee a sharp finish for the 20mm cannons and pitot tube. Device weapon barrels have already been pre-painted.
• Photo-etched parts depicting steel components such as for instance atmosphere intake mesh and seatbelts are included for greater realism.
• The kit is sold with four forms of decals including one all-new option as well as masking seals the canopy.
• Two pilot numbers in standing and seated roles are included.
• A display stand to depict the Zero "In-Flight" is included.
• Finished model is kept inside special packaging.