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Metal Earth

Metal Earth Mitsubishi Zero Fighter "Imperial Japanese Navy" Moderate 15 Parts

SKU CH-4YDP-REJEA

A 15-part steel model kit of the Mitsubishi Zero fighter with landing gear, moderate difficulty, and 4.92 × 3.94 × 0.79 inch assembled size

  • Typemilitary vehicle
  • GenderUnisex
  • AgeAdult
  • Officially licensed Imperial Japanese Navy replica
  • Moderate 15-part build for rewarding assembly
  • No glue or paint needed, just tweezers
  • True-to-scale steel model with landing gear
  • Compact 4.92 x 3.94 x 0.79 inch display size

Target audience

The Metal Earth Mitsubishi Zero Fighter kit is a moderate-difficulty steel model aimed at adult collectors and hobby enthusiasts. It arrives as an officially licensed product in brand-new, unopened packaging. The kit contains fifteen precision-etched parts that assemble into a true-to-scale replica of the long-range carrier-based fighter operated by the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service during World War II.

Build requirements

Assembly requires no glue or paint, though tweezers or similar tools are recommended to handle the small steel components. The model features a detailed exterior and includes landing gear, but has no openings. Once assembled it measures approximately 4.92 inches long, 3.94 inches wide and 0.79 inches high, making it a compact display piece that fits on a shelf or desk without a large footprint.

Display characteristics

The finished model is a static collectible intended for display rather than play, so it does not impose ongoing demands on power, cooling or moving parts. Its steel construction holds the highly detailed shape indefinitely without sagging or degradation. The moderate parts count and lack of complex sub-assemblies mean the build session is self-contained and does not require multiple work sessions to complete.

Highlights

  • Officially licensed Imperial Japanese Navy replica
  • Moderate 15-part build for rewarding assembly
  • No glue or paint needed, just tweezers
  • True-to-scale steel model with landing gear
  • Compact 4.92 x 3.94 x 0.79 inch display size

Specifications

BrandMetal Earth
Typemilitary vehicle
GenderUnisex
AgeAdult

Questions about this item

How long does it take to assemble the 15 parts before the model is complete?

Assembly time varies by skill level; the moderate difficulty kit contains 15 parts and requires tweezers or similar tools, with no glue or paint needed.

Does the finished model generate any noise or heat when displayed all day?

No, the steel model is a static display piece with no moving parts, electronics or power source, so it produces no noise or heat.

What tools do I need to have before starting the build?

The kit requires tweezers or similar precision tools for bending and connecting the 15 steel parts; no glue, paint or additional materials are necessary.

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