AndyK2479 Posted March 29, 2021 Share Posted March 29, 2021 Hello all, Even though I’m still thinking of a Korean War collection, I’m interested in Pacific Theatre carrier borne aircraft, both USN and IJN. Could I ask which Tamiya 1/48 Zero is closest to a PH/Midway era and what if any aftermarket decals/parts would I need to get to make it as authentic as possible. I’m still in the early stages of the hobby so my build won’t be ‘spot on’ but looking for advice and tips for the best kit to fit. Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishplanebeer Posted March 29, 2021 Share Posted March 29, 2021 It would be the A6M2 that you are looking for but they are quite rare in the UK at the moment so you may need to visit a well know auction site to get hold of one. Regards Colin. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seawinder Posted March 29, 2021 Share Posted March 29, 2021 Tamiya's A6M2 is a rather elderly kit. It's not bad, but I'd recommend going with the newer Hasegawa, which is one of their second generation range of 1/48 Zeros. They're not impossible to find. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishplanebeer Posted March 29, 2021 Share Posted March 29, 2021 I entirely agree that the Hasegawa is the better of the two, the bad news is that it is perhaps even more rare in the UK at the moment than the Tamiya, so which ever route you go it may take some time to find either kit at a sensible price, as in not from a Japanese seller with high international postage. Good luck with your search. Regards Colin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyK2479 Posted March 30, 2021 Author Share Posted March 30, 2021 Thanks for the replies chaps. As a novice, I may stick to one of the newer Tamiya Zero kits and do a bit of research into getting some decals to show it as a fighter that took part in some of the later carrier battles (even if it actually was land based) if they are not included with the kit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troy Smith Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 11 hours ago, AndyK2479 said: Could I ask which Tamiya 1/48 Zero is closest to a PH/Midway era This one, it has PH decals as well. https://www.scalemates.com/kits/tamiya-61016-mitsubishi-a6m2-zero-fighter-zeke--120375 It's listed as being in stock at PLaza Japan, about £8 and post https://www.plazajapan.com/4950344996575/?setCurrencyId=1 You may find even with post, it's as cheap to get one from here. There are multiple Hasegawa boxings. I really hate Hase for this this lists all the boxings and what in which https://www.modelingmadness.com/splfeat/kr/has48a.htm Unless you need it NOW! Just be patient, kits turn up in time. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishplanebeer Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 Let's just hope they are not sitting in Suez! Regards Colin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alt-92 Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 On 3/29/2021 at 9:42 PM, Seawinder said: They're not impossible to find. indeed :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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