Tamiya 61027 - 1/48 Mitsubishi A6M5C Type 52 Military Aircraft Model Kit - Detailed WWII Zero Scale Kit  [61027]

Tamiya 1/48 A6M5C Type 52 - Zero Fighter Kit Summary

This 1/48 scale assembly from Tamiya recreates the Mitsubishi A6M5C Type 52 Zero with careful attention to shape and surface detail. The kit gives a clear sense of the aircraft that saw action in the Pacific theater and is built to meet the expectations of hobbyists who value authenticity.

Why the A6M5C Type 52 mattered

The A6M5C Type 52 was developed with updated firepower and added protection as a response to faster, better armed Allied fighters such as the Grumman F6F and the Chance Vought F4U. This variant featured three 13mm machine guns and two 20mm cannons, increasing its combat punch compared with earlier models.

Entering combat in August 1943, the Type 52c also used air-to-air rockets in attempts to break up bomber formations, reflecting changes in tactics as the Pacific war evolved.

Build notes for model makers

Model builders will find the kit highlights like modified cowlings and authentic weapon layouts that reflect the Type 52c configuration. Assembly requires steady work with glue and paint, and there are natural opportunities for extra detailing and weathering to make a standout display model.

Collector and display potential

Finished, this A6M5C Type 52 model makes an accurate display subject for shelf or diorama, representing a key phase of WWII aviation history. It fits well into collections that focus on mid war aircraft or Pacific theater themes.