Tamiya 1/72 scale model of the A6M3 Model 32 Zero fighter, codenamed "Hamp", with 343 ever built.

Key Features

• 1/72 Scale Mitsubishi A6M3 Zero Fighter (Model 32)
• The unique "Hamp" variant with squared-off wings
• Features a highly detailed cockpit and engine
• Includes three different marking options
• An excellent project for intermediate modellers

Overview

The 1/72 scale Warbirds Collection welcomes the A6M3 Zero fighter Model 32, which was codenamed "Hamp" by American forces. The Model 32 was an evolution of the Model 21; it received an improved Sakae 21 engine and shorter, redesigned main wing, with the effect that its top speed increased by 11km/h and it also had improved roll and diving speed, albeit at the cost of increased fuel consumption. In fact, this with the Model 32's smaller fuel tank meant its range was some 1,000km shorter. The Model 32 made its maiden flight on July 15th 1941, and first saw service with the 2nd Fighter Group in Rabaul, the Philippines. All told, 343 Model 32 aircraft were manufactured, a number so low in part due to the range limitations of the aircraft.

Tamiya's 1/72 model collection allows modellers with small display areas to display numerous models in a confined space while retaining Tamiya's known detail and realism at the same time.

Features

• The unique squared-off wingtips of the Model 32 are accurately reproduced

• A refined engine cowling and other unique Model 32 parts are faithfully replicated

• The cockpit interior and landing gear bays are rendered in fine detail

• The canopy can be assembled in either the open or closed position

• Three sets of marking options are included for different aircraft

• A complete and detailed Sakae 21 radial engine is included

• A classic kit from Tamiya's highly-regarded 1/72 War Bird Collection

• Genuine Tamiya Product

Specifications

• Scale: 1/72

• Length: 126mm (4.96")

• Wingspan: 153mm (6.02")

• Height: N/A

• Pieces: N/A

• Decal Schemes: 3

• Skill Level: Intermediate

Included Items

• 1x Model Kit

• 1x Clear Parts Sprue

• 1x Decal Sheet

• 1x Instruction Manual

Required Items

• AS-12 Bare-Metal Silver
• AS-21 Dark Green 2 (IJN)
• AS-29 Grey Green (IJN)
• X-10 Gloss Gun Metal
• X-11 Gloss Chrome Silver
• X-13 Gloss Metallic Blue
• X-18 Semi-Gloss Black
• X-2 Gloss White
• X-25 Gloss Clear Green
• X-8 Gloss Green
• X-7 Gloss Red
• XF-1 Flat Black
• XF-16 Flat Aluminium
• XF-23 Flat Light Blue
• XF-56 Flat Metallic Grey
• XF-64 Flat Red Brown
• XF-7 Flat Red
• XF-71 Flat Cockpit Green (IJN)

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