{"product_id":"corgi-aa33108-1-72-mitsubishi-a6m2-zero-sen-ijn-ai-154-takashi-hirano-pearl-harbor-1941","title":"Corgi AA33108 1:72 Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero-Sen IJN AI-154 Takashi Hirano Pearl Harbor 1941","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of a Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero associated with the Imperial Japanese Navy attack on Pearl Harbor.\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHirano'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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProminent 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimited 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\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 AA33108\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero-Sen \/ Zeke\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTactical Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e AI-154\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePilot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Takashi Hirano\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit \/ Carrier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Imperial Japanese Navy \/ Akagi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCampaign \/ Event:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attack on Pearl Harbor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheatre \/ Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hickam Field, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7th December 1941\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 1,200 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 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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\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\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - New (10\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUndisplayed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Near Mint (9\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery light wear on the edges.\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","brand":"Corgi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57710741946750,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/corgi-aa33108-172-mitsubishi-a6m2-zero-sen-ijn-ai-154-takashi-hirano-pearl-harbor-1941-8782904.jpg?v=1784654783","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa33108-1-72-mitsubishi-a6m2-zero-sen-ijn-ai-154-takashi-hirano-pearl-harbor-1941","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}