The wings were shortened and structural improvements added. The folding wing tips with its associated structure were eliminated. The engine exhaust system was revamped for individual exhaust stack, augmenting max speed. Also added were improved 20mm long-barrel cannons with more rounds per gun. The substitution, and addition of .50 caliber machine guns, in lieu of .30 caliber guns improved the Zero’s firepower.
Wing Span: 27"
Plane Length: 32"
Wing Area: 135 sq. in.
From the attack on Pearl Harbor to the last desperate attempts to ward off allied fighters and bombers, the Zero took part in every major Jap Navy action. Mitsubishi recognized that massive improvements to the Zero were needed to keep pace with these new fighters. Two glaring insufficiencies recognized was the lack of firepower and marginal structural integrity. This became apparent during high-speed dives. The Zero would start to come apart when dived ay more than 400 mph. Thus, the need for rapid improvements, which spurred the development of the A6M5 series.
Weight: 70 grams w/o rubber or electric components Controls: ailerons, elevator, rudder & throttle Power: Rubber - 1 loop of 1/4anf loop of 3/16 FAI rubber - Electric - Dare EPU-4 motor Prop: Rubber - 10" (2-blade) 9.5" (3-blade) Electric - 8" -- Batteries FF- 5 cell, 50 mah pack
