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This is another model I picked up mostly because I really couldn't pass up the clearance price (under $30), and I've always liked the green "Zekes"
-- plus, I've never really been pleased with my first FM Zero and wanted a better example in 1:48. This particular model is billed as a member of
the 1st Kamikaze Unit, which I assumed to mean it was actually a Kamikaze configuration. However, I think it may be one of the escort planes, rather
than a true Kamikaze as it carries an external fuel tank, rather than a bomb. (You can find out a lot about the Kamikaze history here.) I had also
thought the radio equipment was removed to save weight, but perhaps this is wrong (any experts out there? Drop me an email please.)
       Aside from these potential issues, this is a well-made FM model that I do like much more than my clipped wing Zeke. It has a better overall
fit/finish, the colors appear more accurate, and I just like the livery better. The gear does run straight up/down, and I believe it should lean forward
a bit -- this does throw the profile off a tad, but not too much. The cockpit instrument panel paint is atrocious, too, click on the second image in the
right-hand column below to see for yourself.
       Someday I hope to add a Marushin 1:48 Zero to the Hangar but for now, this bird suffices nicely.
                                              Mildly Recommended!

Pluses	Minuses
Excellent "heft" factor	No moving parts, display stand, or retractable gear. No pilot figures.
Paint is very well-applied	Paint detail on the smaller parts is a bit rough, visible screw heads on the bottom
	Gear is too vertical, should have a bomb instead of a fuel tank (?)