Tamiya 1:72 Mitsubishi A6M5 Zero Zeke

The kit proposed by Tamiya company includes a plastic model kit of Japanese fighter in 1:72 scale.

Primary fighter of Japanese during World War II was the Mitsubishi A6M5 Zero. It was one of the first aircraft in the world with a completely metal structure. It was characterized by a very high speed, excellent maneuverability, thanks to detachable fuel tank its range allowed to perform distant missions. The fighter was armed with 20 mm cannons also raised its combat value. The great performance combined with experience and skills of Japanese veteran pilots has helped in making Zero a reputation of unbeaten aircraft. Only after the introduction of new types of fighters - Corsair and the Hellcat, Americans could compete in aerial combat with the Japanese. 

Tamiya scale model kit includes parts of the Japanese fighter Mitsubishi A6M5 Zero of World War II era. The kit includes: 2 sprues with parts, an element of the engine cover, transparent cockpit cover (in two versions), and decals.

Plastic parts should be cut out of frames, fit together and glued according to the assembly instruction. You should paint the whole model using modeling paints according to the proposed paint scheme in the instruction. It is important to remember that some plastic parts require painting before gluing. In the end, it is needed to apply decals according to markings or graphics in instruction.

Paints recommended by the manufacturer for best results: 

• Tamiya spray AS-21 (camouflage) 
• Tamiya spray AS-2 (the belly of the aircraft) 
• Tamiya X-18 (engine cover, cockpit elements, chassis and engine) 
• Tamiya XF-64 (propeller blades) 
• Tamiya XF-71 (cockpit) 
• Tamiya XF-16 (aluminum parts) 
• Tamiya XF-1 (tires)

Set contains:

• The assembly instruction.
• Frames with plastic parts.
• Decals.
• Transparent plastic elements.

Kit does NOT contain paints and glue.

Here are the basic tools and materials you need:

• Pilers for cutting plastic parts.
• Modeling penknife.
• File or sandpaper.
• Cement for plastic models.
• Brush or airbrush.
• Modeling paints.

If you are not sure of any accessories or colors of paints you need for your model kit, please ask us, we will be glad to help you.