Corgi 1/72 Scale AA33107 - Mitsubishi Zero A6M2-204th Kokutai

Description: Corgi Aviation Archive Legends US33107Mitsubishi A6M3 Zero-Sen/Zeke Diecast ModelIJNAS 204th Kokutai, T2-165, Shoichi Sugita, Rabul, New Britain, 19431:72 Scale This is a nicely weathered example of the A6M3 that flew from the legendary airbase at Rabaul. It is the Corgi Legends series A6M3. It has been displayed but has been restored to new condition (dusted and placed back in the packaging). I find that putting the packaging back together for the CORGI legends series to be somewhat challenging. I have done my best to return all the packaging to near new condition. Also, the plane is attached to a plastic base by a screw, and when new, a translucent rubber band. I have found that as these bands age, they tend to becomes less flexible and tend to break when you try and stretch them to put around the model to affix it to the base. I believe that they are not needed to keep the plane in place as long as the plane is tightly screwed to the plastic base. Mitsubishi A6M3 Zero-Sen/Zeke The Mitsubishi A6M Zero was a lightweight fighter aircraft operated by the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service (IJNAS) from 1940 to 1945. The origin of its official designation was that "A" signified a fighter and "6" for the sixth model built by Mitsubishi ("M"). The A6M was usually referred to by the Allies as the "Zero"—a name that was frequently misapplied to other Japanese fighters, such as the Nakajima Ki-43—as well as other code names and nicknames, including "Zeke", "Hamp" and "Hap".Its history mirrored that of the Empire of Japan in World War II. When it was introduced, the Zero was the best carrier-based fighter in the world and it was greatly feared by Allied pilots. The IJNAS also frequently used the type as a land-based fighter. A combination of excellent maneuverability and very long range made it one of the finest fighters of its era. In early combat operations, the Zero gained a legendary reputation, outclassing its contemporaries. Later, design weaknesses and the increasing scarcity of more powerful aircraft engines meant that the Zero became less effective against newer fighters. By 1942, due to the evolution of new tactics and techniques, Allied pilots were able to engage the Zero on more equal terms. By 1943, American and British manufacturers were producing fighters with greater firepower, armor, and speed, and approaching the Zero's maneuverability. The Mitsubishi A6M was outdated by 1944, but remained in production. During the final years of the War in the Pacific, the Zero was utilized in kamikaze operations. Corgi "Legends" diecast airplanes feature: Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.Permanently extended landing gear with rotating wheels.Presention stand to display the aircraft "in flight".Detailed pilot and crew member figures.Authentic ordnance loads complete with placards.

Price: 35 USD

Location: Lincoln, Nebraska

End Time: 2024-12-10T22:50:46.000Z

Shipping Cost: 12 USD