Eduard 49358 A6M2b Zero type 21 1/48 Hasegawa – Photo-etched Parts Set

Eduard 49358 A6M2b Zero type 21 in 1/48 scale is a professional set designed to upgrade the Hasegawa model of the Japanese Mitsubishi A6M2b Zero type 21 fighter. This product is intended for advanced modelers who want to raise the detail level of their model to the highest standard.

The Mitsubishi A6M2b Zero is one of the most recognizable Japanese Navy fighters of World War II. The type 21 version featured folding wingtips and was widely used during the attack on Pearl Harbor (December 7, 1941), throughout the Pacific campaigns from 1941–1943, including the Battle of Guadalcanal and operations in the Solomon Islands. The Japanese A6M2b Zero became legendary for its exceptional maneuverability and then-astonishing operational range.

The Eduard 49358 set is made from precisely photo-etched stainless steel, allowing for the recreation of the finest details in the cockpit, instrument panel, seatbelts, control sticks, throttles, and other interior elements. These parts replace the plastic details from the base kit, providing a level of realism unattainable by other methods. The photo-etched parts are factory pre-painted, allowing for immediate assembly or gentle weathering and color adjustment to your preference. The set does not include the plastic model—it is a professional accessory for the Hasegawa A6M2b Zero 1/48 kit.

• Scale: 1/48
• Nation of service: Japan
• Historical period: World War II (1940–1945)
• Material: photo-etched stainless steel, some parts factory pre-painted
• Category: Photo-etched set – modeling accessories for scale model aircraft
• Manufacturer: Eduard

Eduard 49358 A6M2b Zero type 21 is a recommended choice for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level 4/5) who want to give their model a unique, realistic appearance and elevate the build quality to a higher level. The set is especially recommended for those interested in World War II aviation and Pacific front dioramas.