Eduard EX1104 – Painting Masks for Mitsubishi A6M5 Zero Fine Molds 1/48

The Eduard EX1104 painting mask set is a dedicated solution for modelers building the famous Japanese carrier-based fighter Mitsubishi A6M5 Zero in 1/48 scale, produced by Fine Molds. This product is part of the renowned Eduard EX series and offers unparalleled precision in masking the cockpit glazing and landing gear wheels during model painting.

Historical Information about the A6M5 Zero

The Mitsubishi A6M5 Zero is one of the most recognizable Japanese aircraft from World War II. Used by the Imperial Japanese Navy from 1943 to 1945 in the Pacific, it featured an improved design compared to earlier variants, including reinforced skin, enhanced performance, and more powerful armament. The aircraft participated in numerous battles, including those of the Marianas, the Philippines, and Okinawa, becoming a symbol of Japanese carrier aviation.

Characteristics of the Eduard EX1104 Mask Set

• Scale: 1/48
• Intended for: Mitsubishi A6M5 Zero (Fine Molds)
• Material: self-adhesive, precision masking foil
• Contents: masks for cockpit glazing (all segments) and landing gear wheels
• Compatibility: Fine Molds plastic scale kit
• Ease of use – the foil leaves no residue and adheres perfectly to surfaces
• Designed for both airbrush and brush finishing

Advantages and Recommendation

Eduard EX1104 is an accessory that saves time and eliminates errors resulting from manually cutting masking tape. It provides sharp paint edges on the canopy frames as well as precise separation of wheel tires. We highly recommend this product to all modelers—both intermediate and advanced—who strive for a realistic, contest-quality finish of their Mitsubishi Zero model. It is also an invaluable aid when building aviation dioramas.

Category and Difficulty Level

• Category: painting mask set for plastic models
• Difficulty level: 1/5 (very easy to use)

If you care about aesthetic and accurate representation of canopy and wheel details in your A6M5 Zero model, choose the Eduard EX1104 set – it’s an investment in a perfectly finished model and satisfaction at every stage of its construction.