Tamiya A6M5/5A Zero (Zeke)

The A6M Zero was the main fighter of the Japanese Navy at the outset of the Pacific War and continued to evolve throughout the conflict. This Tamiya A6M5/5A Zero (Zeke) kit, part number HC-61103, represents the refined Model 52 that entered service from 1943 with shortened, semi‑circular wingtips and improvements to balance, speed, armour, manoeuvrability and cruising performance. The type saw intense action over the Solomon Islands and later at the Mariana Islands, Iwo Jima and Okinawa.

The kit enables an accurate depiction of either the Model 52 or the higher‑capacity Model 52 kou. Detailed options let you pose key surfaces and configure the aircraft for different loadouts and markings. Precision‑moulded parts, optional cowl flap positions and lifelike pilot figures support a realistic display straight from the box.

Key Features

• Model 52 layout with additional wing‑mounted machine guns using a belt‑feed system.
• Option to build the Model 52 kou with greater ammunition load.
• Parts for the Model 52 kou include lengthened spinner, main wing panels, gun covers and external fuel tank for accurate reproduction.
• Main wing flaps can be set in the up or down position.
• Removable 300 litre metal belly tank included.
• One‑piece, precision‑crafted plastic engine cowl; cowl flaps can be posed open or closed.
• Marking options: two for the Model 52 and one for the Model 52 kou.
• Four pilot figures in varied lifelike poses.