Guillow's 500 Series A6M2-N Rufe

The 500 series are the most popular kits in the Guillow's line-up!  These easy-building kits contain laser cut balsa parts, plastic cowls and canopies, decals, plastic prop, wheels, tissue and a 24-page model building booklet.  Approximately 1/30 scale, each model has a 16½” wingspan.

This model can be built as a Zero by eliminating the floats, and it would make a great scale trainer subject by using our Asuka orange tissue!

Any of the 500 series are a great way to get started in building smaller rubber-powered scale model airplanes.  For those wanting to fly, we suggest you upgrade your model with one of our small (4.75" or 6") props, Super Sport rubber and our Asuka 'Flying Bird' tissue.

For now, we will carry the entire 500 series line.  The models with the best potential to fly well include the Focke-Wulf FW-190, Messerschmitt BF-109, F6F Hellcat, Hawker Hurricane and A6M2-N Rufe.  If the model you want is out of stock, just contact us and we will get it for you!

*** The Japanese Navy ordered the Nakajima A6M2-N seaplane, which was an adaptation of the famous Mitsubishi Zero fighter, in early 1940.  The first delivery was made in December 1941 and a total of 320 were built before production ceased in 1943.  It was named the “Rufe” by the Allies and served in both the north and south Pacific theatres.  Its role was more defensive than offensive although it was well-armed with two wing-mounted cannons and two machine guns in the top of the engine cowling.

Details:
16 1/2" wingspan
Laser cut balsa parts
Water-slide decals
Guillow's prop
Tissue covering
Wire, wheels and hardware
Plans and instructions
Guillow's rubber strip
Guillow's kit 507