Released in April 2006
This is the most recommended product produced by TAMIYA in the first half of 2006. It can be said to be the definitive version of the Zero Fighter Type 21, with detailed details such as the engine and cockpit interior being reproduced with parts. TAMIYA32 Zero Sen 21 Kata Released April 2006
[Product Introduction]
TAMIYA 1/32 Mitsubishi Navy Zero Type Carrier Fighter Type 21. Definitive version of the Type 0 carrier-based fighter Type 21 Through thorough weight reduction and aerodynamic sophistication, the Type 0 carrier-based fighter achieved overwhelming air combat capability and amazing follow-up performance for a single-engine aircraft. Among them, the Type 21, which played a leading role in spectacular victories in the opening battles of the Pacific War such as the attack on Pearl Harbor, and created the Zero Fighter myth, is now available on a 1/32 big scale. We have further developed the concept of the 1/32 Zero Fighter Type 52, which has been well-received as ``just like assembling a real aircraft'', and from the uniquely curved cowling to the flowing lines of each part of the aircraft, most of the features have been improved. has been reproduced with new parts. 60 years after the end of the war, TAMIYA asks the world about the 1/32 Zero Fighter Type 21. We will personally deliver a product worthy of the immortal monument established by Japanese aviation technology.
[The engine and inside of the cockpit are also carefully reproduced]

[The flower of the early battles of the Pacific War]
From its first battle on the Chinese front to the end of the Pacific War, it served as the main fighter of the Japanese Navy. The Zero Fighters continued to fight. Among them, following the Type 11, which was operated in small numbers as a local fighter, the Type 21 was the first full-scale mass-produced type to be deployed mainly in aircraft carrier task forces. In order to make it easier to handle in the aircraft carrier elevator, both ends of the main wings were improved so that they could be folded down by 50 cm, and it was equipped with landing hooks and a Courcy radio return direction measuring device, which are indispensable for carrier-based aircraft. The Type 21, piloted by an experienced crew, was used in the early battles of the Pacific War, including the attack on Pearl Harbor, the invasion of the Philippines, and the Indian Ocean operation, with a cruising range of more than 3,000 km, an amazing melee capability, and a 20 mm Overwhelm Allied fighter planes by utilizing heavy armament of machine guns. His spectacular performance created the myth of an undefeated Zero Fighter.
[The engine and cockpit interior also faithfully reproduce the characteristics of the Type 21]
The Type 21 is said to have the beautiful proportions of the Zero Fighter, such as its 12m wide main wings and smart engine cowl. The kit reproduces its appearance and features down to the smallest detail. The Nakajima "Sakae" Type 12 engine that was the driving force behind its high performance faithfully reproduces the differences from the Type 52, such as a small reduction chamber, rear auxiliary equipment, and collective exhaust pipe. The engine support rack, oil tank, and fuel tank inside the fuselage are also highlights. The inside of the cockpit is not only reproduced with the same three-dimensional effect as the Type 52, but also modeled with all the equipment unique to the Type 21, such as the Type 96 Air No. 1 radio.
[Once completed, it can be stored in a package]
If you remove the wingtips, propeller, and tank from the completed model, you can use the inner lid as a pedestal to store it in a package. (The storage box is a temporary package.) This is a plastic model assembly kit of the Zero Fighter Type 21, which was active in the early battles of the Pacific War. 1/32 scale, total length 283mm, total width 375mm. From the unique form of the cowling to the flowing lines of each part of the aircraft, it is modeled with a high degree of realism. In addition to the landing gear, moving blades such as the rudder and flaps are movable. The pitot tube is made of high-quality metal. Photo-etched parts are available for the spare sight of the sight, oil cooling air intake shutter, seat belt metal fittings, etc. The movable parts such as the flaps are also made of metal to achieve both strength and a sense of scale. The long spinner seen on Nakajima's aircraft, aileron with mass balance and movable tab, oval indoor air intake and square-opening 20mm machine muzzle cover that can reproduce the early production model are also included. Compatible with all variations of Type 21. Two crew figures, seated and standing, as well as wheel chocks and footrest parts for the lower left of the fuselage are also included. Comes with a display stand that allows you to display the aircraft in flight. A set of 7 types of markings for the Pearl Harbor attack team, and notes on the aircraft made by Mitsubishi and Nakajima. A large color painted diagram is also included. In addition to the basic shape of the engine cowl, which consists of delicate lines, it has been made into a three-dimensional model that captures the expressive form created by the air intake at the bottom. Two types of parts are available for the folding part of the main wing tip, which is a feature of the Type 21. It is replaceable and can be expanded or folded even after completion. Engine cowl is removable. You can observe the ``Sakae'' Type 12 engine even after assembly. In addition to accurate reproduction, the main landing gear is designed for the joy of movement. Not only the retraction mechanism, but also the oleo part can be moved by metal parts. If you remove the wing tips, propeller, and tank from the completed model, you can use the inner lid as a pedestal to store it in a package. Pearl Harbor Attack Second Attack Force December 8, 1949 (Top: Captain Saburo Shindo's aircraft, Bottom: Captain Futa Iida's aircraft)
[Product specifications]
1/32 scale unpainted This is an assembly kit. Total length 283mm, total width 375mm. The beautiful style of Type 21, which can be said to be the original form of the Zero Fighter, has been thoroughly modeled. The cowling faithfully reproduces the delicate form based on interviews with the actual machine. The Eiichi2 engine has a three-dimensional finish, including the reduction chamber, auxiliary equipment, and collective exhaust pipes. The main wing tips can be reassembled into unfolded and folded states even after completion. The inside of the cockpit is modeled with the features of the Type 21, including the Type 96 Sora No. 1 radio. The landing gear, rudder, flaps, etc. are movable. The windshield and cowl flap can be opened or closed. Set with metal pitot tube and photo-etched parts. Includes two crew figures, one seated and one standing. Eight types of slide marks are selected from aircraft that participated in the Pearl Harbor attack operation. A color marking guide is also available. □