From the early days of the Second Sino-Japanese War to the end of hostilities in the Pacific, the Mitsubishi Zero served as the Imperial Japanese Navy’s main frontline fighter. The first major mass-produced version was the A6M2b, which was equipped with 50cm folding wingtips, landing hook, and radio direction finder for carrier-based operations. Flown by expert pilots, the A6M2b took part in daring operations such as the Pearl Harbor attack and the invasion of the Philippines. It’s 3,000km range, powerful 20mm cannon armament, and legendary manoeuvrability quickly earned the respect of Allied aircrews. The Tamiya model assembly kit faithfully reproduces this historic warplane in 1/72 scale.
Scale: 1/72
Construction type: Assembly kit
Photo-etch parts: Not included
Decals: Included
Special feature 1: 1/72 scale plastic assembly kit
Special feature 2: New tooling for wing, fuselage, and engine cowling
Special feature 3: Wing is depicted in extended position only
Special feature 4: One-piece engine cowling via slide moulding manufacturing process
Special feature 5: Detailed cockpit and landing gear wells
Special feature 6: Comes with 3 decal marking options to depict aircraft that took part in the Pearl Harbor Attack
