A6M2 Zero kit+

In early combat operations, the Zero gained a legendary reputation as a dog-fighter, achieving an outstanding kill ratio of 12 to 1, but by mid-1942 a combination of new tactics and the introduction of better equipment enabled Allied pilots to engage the Zero on generally equal terms. By 1943, due to inherent design weaknesses, such as a lack of hydraulic flaps and rudder rendering it extremely manoeuvrable at high speeds, and an inability to equip it with a more powerful aircraft engine, the Zero gradually became less effective against newer Allied fighters. By 1944, with opposing Allied fighters approaching its levels of manoeuvrability and consistently exceeding its fire-power, armour, and speed, the A6M had largely become outdated as a fighter aircraft. However, as design delays and production difficulties hampered the introduction of newer Japanese aircraft models, the Zero continued to serve in a front line role until the end of the war in the Pacific. During the final phases, it was also adapted for use in kamikaze operations. Japan produced more Zeros than any other model of combat aircraft during the war.

Glues, sanding paper, sharp knife, covering and covering dope (depending on covering used).

Radio Control Equipment. The model has been built as 3 function with the ailerons fixed, if built 4 function you will need servos. Various RC equipment can be used with success.

• Wood Part: Balsa and Basswood Sheets
• Hardware Part: Carbon rod, Micro Hinges, Micro screws, Rubber wheels, Heat shrink tube, Mini Magnets
• Paper Part: Installation drawings, Covering tissue
• Motor: 8.5mm Coreless and propeller

• Servo: 1.7g Servo x2
• Receiver: Micro 4CH receiver
• Or use our RXH62A board
• Transmitter: 2.4G 4CH
• Battery: 1S 3.7V 150mAH 1.25 JST

Wingspan: 420mm

Average flying weight: 45g