{"product_id":"fine-molds-fr03-1-72-ijn-12-shi-experimental-carrier-fighter-a6m1-zero-prototype","title":"Fine Molds FR03 1\/72 IJN 12-Shi Experimental Carrier Fighter A6M1 (ZERO prototype)","description":"\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eWitness 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eScale: 1\/72\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eAircraft: IJN 12-Shi Experimental Carrier Fighter A6M1 (Zero prototype)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ePowerplant: Mitsubishi Zuisei Engine (not the later Sakae Engine)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ePropeller: Twin propeller (not three-blade)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDistinctive 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\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eBased on No. 2 prototype specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMold colors: Gray (body\/wings\/engine\/propeller), Black (landing gear), Yellow-green (interior)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDisplay comparison: Shows development differences when placed next to Zero Fighter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eWhy Choose This\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eBuild 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eProduct: FR03 1\/72 IJN 12-Shi Experimental Carrier Fighter A6M1 (ZERO prototype)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eManufacturer: Fine Molds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eScale: 1\/72\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eAircraft type: 12-Shi Experimental Carrier Fighter (Zero prototype)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ePrototype: No. 2 specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eEngine: Mitsubishi Zuisei (not Sakae)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ePropeller: Twin-blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMold colors: Gray, black, yellow-green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eKey differences from production Zero: Shorter fuselage, unique cowling, forward antenna, different vertical tail, rear fuselage fins, mass balance horizontal stabilizer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eType: Plastic model kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eAssembly: Required (paint, adhesives, tools sold separately)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDoes not include batteries, fuel, or paint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fine Molds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52577299661076,"sku":"Fine Molds FR03","price":2288.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/0064\/9236\/files\/5108VIUhPAL._AC_SL1500.jpg?v=1780647925","url":"https:\/\/banzaihobby.com\/products\/fine-molds-fr03-1-72-ijn-12-shi-experimental-carrier-fighter-a6m1-zero-prototype","provider":"BanzaiHobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}