A6M5b & c variants (The armored Zeros) Over the course of its production the Zero was gradually upgraded to include additional features. It was not
Tag: WWII
IJN Torpedo Cruisers: Kitakami & Oi
In a previous post, we examined the Type 93 torpedo and briefly discussed the role that it was expected to play in the decisive battle.
Japanese Type 93 “Long Lance” Torpedo
Essential Question: Why was the Type 93 Long Lance so dangerous? Characteristics Length: 29.5 ft Diameter: 24 in Weight: 5,940 lbs Warhead: 1,078 lbs Propulsion:
Re-evaluating the A6M Zero – Mixed vs. Uniform Armament
Essential Question: Why did the Zero have two different types of guns? There is an interesting difference in the armament philosophies between the Axis and
Re-evaluating the A6M Zero – Why was it unarmored?
Essential Question: Why didn’t the Japanese A6M Zero have armor and self-sealing fuel tanks? Much has been said about the Zero’s lack of survivability features,
