{"product_id":"66141-clear-prop-cp72008-a5m2b-claude-early-version-expert-kit-172","title":"Clear Prop! CP72008 A5M2b Claude early version EXPERT KIT 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eClear Prop! CP72008 A5M2b Claude early version EXPERT KIT 1\/72\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClear Prop! CP72008 A5M2b Claude early version EXPERT KIT 1\/72\u003c\/strong\u003e is an advanced plastic model kit designed for demanding modelers who value the highest precision and historical aircraft detail. This kit depicts the carrier-based fighter \u003cstrong\u003eMitsubishi A5M2b \"Claude\" - early version\u003c\/strong\u003e, operated by the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service during the \u003cstrong\u003eearly years of World War II and during incidents in the Far East, including the Second Sino-Japanese War (1937-1941)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/72\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003ePeriod of use:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1937-1941 (World War II, Second Sino-Japanese War)\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e The model is mainly made from high-quality plastic, with additional resin, photo-etched (PE), and brass parts provided for detailing, including detailed cockpits and cooling system elements.\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eHistorical background:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Mitsubishi A5M2b, known as \"Claude\", was the world's first carrier-based, single-seat fighter aircraft with an enclosed cockpit operated by a regular armed force. It became a legend of the Japanese Navy. The machine took an active part in battles over China as well as in the early stages of World War II in the Pacific. The builds referenced here served, among others, in the 12th Kokutai during actions over China in 1938 and at Hyakurihara Kokutai aviation at Ibaraki Airfield between 1940 and 1941.\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTwo build variants: open or closed cooling gills (choice of plastic or resin parts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExceptionally rich set of extras: photo-etched (PE) sheets, resin, and brass details\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFour painting and historical unit marking schemes to choose from\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDetailed, full-color instruction manual to facilitate assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSturdy box for easy organization\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eProduct category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic model kit (with resin and PE extras for experts)\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eRecommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e We recommend this product for experienced modelers (difficulty level: 4\/5) who appreciate precise recreation of historical constructions with the utmost attention to detail. It is an ideal choice for military aviation enthusiasts and World War II aircraft model collectors. Thanks to additional accessories and a high level of detailing, this model will be the highlight of any collection.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Clear Prop!","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54726021841230,"sku":"CP72008","price":33.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/19492cc1471e29a71d7e57b069817c3d.png?v=1755613985","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.it\/en\/products\/66141-clear-prop-cp72008-a5m2b-claude-early-version-expert-kit-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}