Eduard 648884 A6M3 Gun Bays Long Barrel PRINT EDUARD 1/48 is an exceptional conversion set designed for the Mitsubishi A6M3 Zero aircraft model in 1/48 scale. The product is created by the renowned Eduard company, valued among modelers for its outstanding detail quality and innovative approach to modeling accessories. This kit is dedicated to A6M3 Type 32 and 22 models, which featured wing-mounted cannons with long barrels extending beyond the leading edge of the wing. Thanks to this, you can faithfully reproduce historical details on your model, taking realism to a whole new level.

• Set scale: 1/48
• Intended for: plastic models of A6M3 Zero Type 32 and 22 aircraft
• Country of the original: Japan
• Historical period: World War II (1941-1945)
• Material: 3D printed resin (Print Eduard technology), photo-etched parts
• Set contents: 18 3D printed parts, photo-etched elements

Mitsubishi A6M3 Zero was one of the most effective and famous naval and land-based fighters used by the Imperial Japanese Navy during World War II. The Type 22 and Type 32 versions became famous during Pacific operations such as the Battle of Guadalcanal, New Guinea campaigns, or the Battle of Midway. The long cannon barrels perfectly reflect the distinctive appearance of the machines from this historical period.

The Eduard 648884 set allows for a precise representation of wing armament bays—details made using 3D printing technology ensure incredible sharpness, surpassing standard injection-molded parts. The set is complemented with photo-etched components, enabling the faithful recreation of the thinnest and most delicate structural elements. The kit does not include painting masks or decals.

This product is intended for intermediate and expert modelers seeking challenges and realistic effects when recreating authentic details. We rate the difficulty level at 4/5 due to the precise assembly and advanced resin part processing required.

We recommend this set to every ambitious modeler who wants to make their A6M3 Zero model stand out with outstanding reproduction of the gun bays—both for dioramas and competition collections.