MAQUETTE À MONTER - Grumman F4F-3 Wildcat (Early) HobbyBoss | N° 80326 | 1:48 **LIKE NEW INSIDE UNOPENED**
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Prix régulier 30,00 € TTC 6%
Model kit of the F4F-3 Wildcat, an early variant of the American carrier-based fighter aircraft. The box showcases images of the plane in flight, with a distinctive purple and yellow color scheme.
Characteristics
| Condition | Like New Inside Unopened - Intérieur non ouvert |
| Scale | 1/48 |
| Manufacturer | HOBBY BOSS |
| Size of the box | 36 x 25 x 5 cm |
| EAN | 6939319203267 |
Description
The Grumman F4F-3 Wildcat was a rugged, carrier-based fighter that formed the backbone of U.S. Navy and Marine Corps aviation early in WWII. Introduced in 1940, it was powered by the Pratt & Whitney R-1830 radial engine, reaching speeds up to 530 km/h (330 mph). The F4F-3 featured non-folding wings and was armed with four .50 cal (12.7 mm) machine guns. Though slower and less agile than the Japanese Zero, it was tough, well-armed, and effective when used with proper tactics. The Wildcat played a key role in early Pacific battles like Coral Sea and Midway, earning a reputation for durability and pilot survivability.
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