X-Plus Heavy Metal Collection Diecast Model Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero IJN Aircraft Carrier Shokaku Lt. (jg) Masao Iizuka Pearl Harbor, December, 1941 Approximate Wingspan: 3.0" Approximate Length: 2.5" 1/144 Scale - XP330043 X-Plus 1:144 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.
- Selected moveable control surfaces.
- Permanently extended landing gear.
- Authentic ordnance loads complete with placards.
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
- Clear acrylic display case to protect model.
About this Model: On November 26, 1941, six Imperial Japanese Navy aircraft carriers - Akagi, Kaga, Soryu, Hiryu, Shokaku and Zuikaku - departed northern Japan for a position northwest of Hawaii, from which they would launch the infamous, December 7 attack on Pearl Harbor.
This is Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero Model 21 that - flown off the Shokaku by 8-victory ace Lt. (jg) Masao Iizuka - was one of the Carrier Division 5, Air Superiority Command, aircraft that flew combat air patrol (CAP) over the Japanese fleet during the attack on Pearl Harbor, this limited edition, 1/144 scale, die cast X Plus Heavy Metal model features engraved panel lines, a well-equipped cockpit with a glazed "birdcage" canopy, a centerline fuel tank, a rotating metal propeller, extended landing gear, and authentic 1st Koku Kantai, 5th Koku Sentai, markings. 3¼" wingspan; includes a carrier deck display base with a nameplate.
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