{"product_id":"corgi-aa33102-1-72-mitsubishi-a6m3-zero-sen-ijnas-251st-kokutai-ui-105-hiroyoshi-nishizawa","title":"Corgi AA33102 1:72 Mitsubishi A6M3 Zero-Sen IJNAS 251st Kokutai UI-105 Hiroyoshi Nishizawa","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of the Mitsubishi A6M3 Zero-Sen associated with celebrated Japanese naval fighter pilot Hiroyoshi Nishizawa.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA33102 depicts aircraft UI-105 of the Imperial Japanese Navy's 251st Kokutai during the Second World War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHiroyoshi Nishizawa became one of the most prominent Japanese fighter pilots of the Pacific War and was widely known as the “Devil of Rabaul”. Operating across the South Pacific, he flew numerous combat missions against Allied aircraft and became closely associated with the agile Mitsubishi Zero.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 251st Kokutai operated from bases in the South Pacific and participated in intensive aerial operations around Rabaul, New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. Its pilots faced increasingly capable Allied fighters while attempting to protect Japanese bases, shipping and ground forces across a vast operational area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAircraft UI-105 is reproduced in a dark green upper-surface finish with contrasting lighter undersides and prominent red Hinomaru national markings. Areas of field-applied wear and mottled paintwork around the cockpit and fuselage give the aircraft a heavily operational appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mitsubishi A6M3 was a development of the famous A6M Zero carrier fighter. Its lightweight construction, exceptional manoeuvrability and long operational range made the Zero one of the most formidable fighter aircraft encountered during the opening stages of the Pacific War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs Allied aircraft and tactics improved, the Zero's limited armour protection and lack of self-sealing fuel tanks became increasingly serious disadvantages. Nevertheless, its agility, range and historical importance ensured that it remained one of the defining Japanese aircraft of the Second World War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLimited to 6,700 pieces worldwide, this Corgi release features extensive diecast construction, simulated fabric-covered control surfaces, a detailed cockpit with pilot figure, visible radial engine detailing and a rotating propeller. Further features include removable landing gear, a centre-mounted fuel tank and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFact Sheet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corgi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aviation Archive Collector Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel code:\u003c\/strong\u003e AA33102\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mitsubishi A6M3 Zero-Sen \/ Zeke\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTactical Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e UI-105\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePilot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hiroyoshi Nishizawa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Imperial Japanese Navy 251st Kokutai\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCampaign \/ Event:\u003c\/strong\u003e Second World War Pacific operations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e Imperial Japanese Navy \/ Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6,700 pieces worldwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic UI-105 markings, operational dark green camouflage, prominent Hinomaru insignia, simulated fabric control surfaces, detailed cockpit with pilot figure, visible radial engine, rotating propeller, removable landing gear, centre-mounted fuel tank and original presentation display stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\" or 12.7 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e 6\" or 15.2 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Excellent (8\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel is in excellent condition overall and comes complete.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome paint bubbling is present to the nose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome additional paint bubbling is present on the underside of the horizontal stabiliser.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDespite the noted imperfections, the model still displays very well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Very Good (7\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBox is in very good condition for its age, with some wear present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAny imperfections are shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading tab for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Corgi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57725730881918,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/corgi-aa33102-172-mitsubishi-a6m3-zero-sen-ijnas-251st-kokutai-ui-105-hiroyoshi-nishizawa-4830110.jpg?v=1784903376","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa33102-1-72-mitsubishi-a6m3-zero-sen-ijnas-251st-kokutai-ui-105-hiroyoshi-nishizawa","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}