Tamiya 1/48 scale plastic assembly model kit of the Mitsubishi A6M3/3a Zero
Fighter, considered by many as the most well-balanced proportioned Zero
aircraft.
This plastic kitset requires assembly, glue and paints to
complete.
- New tooling for the main wings, and wingtips.
- Photo-etched parts to depict the wingtip folding mechanisms are
included.
- You can choose to assemble either A6M3 or A6M3a.
- Set includes a seated pilot and 4Â standing pilot figures.
- Comes with 3Â kinds of markings including one to depict the aircraft of
famous Japanese ace Major Shindo.
- Item 61108, length assembled approx 190mm
The Mitsubishi A6M3/3a Zero fighter is known for attacking on Pearl
Harbor in December 1941. Model 32 was used in the summer of 1942 and featured
superior high-altitude performance and increased top speed. However, the planes
heavy design, reduced fuel capacity, and short wingspan resulted in reduced
flight range. Because of this only 343Â Model 32Â planes were built. As a
result, Model 22Â was built in 1943Â to correct the deficiencies of the previous
model. This version featured an 11m wingspan, lower drag to increase speeds to
420 mph and new in-wing fuel tanks to regain a longer flight range.