Witness the origins of aviation legend with this 1/72 A6M1 Zero prototype powered by the Zuisei engine. This kit recreates the 12-Shi Experimental Carrier Fighter No. 2 with twin propellers, unique cowling, and distinctive tail features.
Key Features
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Scale: 1/72
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Aircraft: IJN 12-Shi Experimental Carrier Fighter A6M1 (Zero prototype)
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Powerplant: Mitsubishi Zuisei Engine (not the later Sakae Engine)
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Propeller: Twin propeller (not three-blade)
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Distinctive prototype details: Slightly shorter fuselage, unique cowling shape, forward-leaning antenna struts, different vertical stabilizer contours, fins under rear fuselage, horizontal stabilizer with protruding mass balance
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Based on No. 2 prototype specifications
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Mold colors: Gray (body/wings/engine/propeller), Black (landing gear), Yellow-green (interior)
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Display comparison: Shows development differences when placed next to Zero Fighter
Why Choose This
Build the rare pre-production Zero that started it all. You get the distinctive Zuisei engine, twin propellers, and unique prototype details not found on production Zeros. Perfect for WWII aircraft enthusiasts wanting the evolutionary missing link between experimental and legendary.
Product Information
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Product: FR03 1/72 IJN 12-Shi Experimental Carrier Fighter A6M1 (ZERO prototype)
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Manufacturer: Fine Molds
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Scale: 1/72
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Aircraft type: 12-Shi Experimental Carrier Fighter (Zero prototype)
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Prototype: No. 2 specifications
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Engine: Mitsubishi Zuisei (not Sakae)
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Propeller: Twin-blade
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Mold colors: Gray, black, yellow-green
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Key differences from production Zero: Shorter fuselage, unique cowling, forward antenna, different vertical tail, rear fuselage fins, mass balance horizontal stabilizer
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Type: Plastic model kit
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Assembly: Required (paint, adhesives, tools sold separately)
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Does not include batteries, fuel, or paint
This Fine Molds 1/72 A6M1 Zero prototype reveals the legendary fighter's origins. With Zuisei engine, twin propellers, unique cowling, and prototype-specific details, this kit captures the 12-Shi Experimental Carrier Fighter that paved the way for the Zero.
