A highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of a Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero associated with the Imperial Japanese Navy attack on Pearl Harbor. Released as part of the Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series, AA33108 depicts Zero AI-154, flown by Takashi Hirano from the aircraft carrier Akagi on 7th December 1941.
The surprise attack on Pearl Harbor was intended to neutralise the United States Pacific Fleet and prevent American interference with Japanese operations across Southeast Asia and the Pacific. Aircraft launched from several Japanese carriers attacked naval vessels, airfields and military installations across the Hawaiian island of Oahu.
Hirano's aircraft formed part of the force directed against Hickam Field, where American aircraft and facilities were subjected to repeated strafing and bombing attacks. The model represents the Zero in the pale early-war finish commonly associated with Japanese naval aircraft during the opening stages of the Pacific War.
Prominent red Hinomaru national markings are applied across the wings and fuselage, while the AI-154 identification appears on the tail. The clean finish, large canopy and exposed radial engine create the instantly recognisable appearance of the early A6M2 Zero.
Designed as a lightweight carrier fighter, the Mitsubishi A6M Zero combined exceptional manoeuvrability and long range with a powerful armament of cannon and machine guns. During the opening campaigns of the Pacific War, its agility and experienced pilots gave it a formidable reputation against many opposing Allied fighters.
Limited to 1,200 pieces worldwide, this release is particularly appealing to collectors of Pearl Harbor subjects, Japanese naval aviation and early Pacific War aircraft. The model features extensive diecast construction, simulated fabric control surfaces, a detailed cockpit with pilot figure, visible radial engine detailing, a rotating propeller and the original Corgi Aviation Archive presentation stand.
Fact Sheet
Brand: Corgi
Series: Aviation Archive Collector Series
Model code: AA33108
Aircraft: Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero-Sen / Zeke
Tactical Markings: AI-154
Pilot: Takashi Hirano
Unit / Carrier: Imperial Japanese Navy / Akagi
Campaign / Event: Attack on Pearl Harbor
Theatre / Base: Hickam Field, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii
Date/Period: 7th December 1941
Operator / Country: Imperial Japanese Navy / Japan
Scale: 1:72
Limited Edition Size: 1,200 pieces worldwide
Material: Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components
Special Features: Authentic AI-154 markings, early-war Imperial Japanese Navy finish, prominent Hinomaru markings, simulated fabric control surfaces, detailed cockpit with pilot figure, visible radial engine, rotating propeller and original presentation display stand
Model Dimensions
Length: 5" or 12.7 cm
Width (Wingspan): 6" or 15.2 cm