1/72 Tamiya A6M2 'Zero'

[milktrip]

Hello,

 

I had a few options for this Group build but decided to go for a plane rather than helicopter.

 

Kit:  Tamiya 1/72 Mitsubishi A6M3 Model 22 Zero fighter.

obligatory sprue shot

 

After market bits include Eduard PE & canopy mask, CMK tail cone resin set and Rising Decal "zero part IV" 

 

I'll be attempting this bright yellow one.  require some additional paints though, which I shall order soon.

 

 

thanks for looking and hope you all have fun!

 

[modelling minion]

What, no rotors Aaron??!!

I would have put money on you building the likes of a H-19 or H34.

I like your choice of aircraft though, building a familiar aircraft in a more unusual scheme, and the "missing" tail cone is also interesting. I look forward to seeing you work your magic with this one.

[Grandboof]

Nice choice A different Zero Will be watching 

Martin H

[milktrip]

thank you chaps,

 

Yes Craig, I surprised myself to be honest.  The Sycamore was high on my list and was my first choice back when the GB was suggested but I've recently completed the S&M kit and as much as I liked building the kit, I was concerned I'd loose my mojo having built it already.

I was also considering a H-21 / V-44B after purchasing a conversion set from DF-Helo stuff.  Another on the list was the flettner 282 (still an additional contender if the zero is finished quickly).

 

cheers

Aaron

[CliffB]

This looks good Aaron, but I fear that you may be seriously out-numbered by the Grummans and Corsairs!

Cliff