Academy 12493 1/72 Zero Fighter Type 52C Hobby Kit  [AC-12493]

Academy 12493 - 1/72 Zero Fighter Type 52C (AC 2176)
Price:
AUD$15.32
Brand:
Academy
Model:
AC-12493
Condition:
Brand New
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Academy 12493 - 1/72 Zero Fighter Type 52C: Kit Overview

The Academy 12493 - 1/72 Zero Fighter Type 52C captures the Mitsubishi A6M Zero in a tidy 1/72 format aimed at model builders. The parts layout highlights the aircraft profile while keeping the overall build compact.

Scale Accuracy and Historical Notes

The A6M Zero was famed for its light construction and agile performance. The Type 52C brought changes to armament and engine systems that affected combat roles. This kit reproduces those visual traits within the limits of 1/72 scale.

Construction Advice and Finish Options

Tack items in place and sand mating surfaces for clean joins before gluing. Painting with thin coats and adding subtle weathering will lift the tiny details, and the finished result makes a tidy display piece for shelves or cabinets.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1/72
  • Material: PS Plastic
  • Assembly: Glue required
  • Paint: Not included, recommended for enhanced detail
Assembly time varies with skill, but expect several evenings for careful construction, painting and decalling at this scale.
The clear parts are typically decent in definition; polish and a dust-free workspace will help achieve a clean canopy finish.
Airbrushing thin, even layers produces the flattest finish at 1/72 scale; brushwork can work for small details if thinned paints are used.

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