War Master Military Machines APF0015
Grumman F4F Wildcat Diecast Model
USN VC-80, USS Manila Bay, 1943 | Limited Edition
2000
Pieces Worldwide |
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| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Grumman F4F Wildcat | | 4.75" | | 6.25" |
The Grumman F4F Wildcat was an American carrier-based fighter aircraft that began service with both the United States Navy and the BritishRoyal Navy in 1940. First used in combat by the British in Europe, the Wildcat was the only effective fighter available to the United States Navy and Marine Corps in the Pacific Theatre during the early part of World War II in 1941.
Designed to meet a US Navy requirement for a new carrier-based fighter, the F-4F was first flown on September 2nd, 1937. Originally used by the British (who called it the Martlet) against the Luftwaffe, the Wildcat also became the United States Navy's primary carrier fighter in the Pacific Theatre. The Wildcat was no match for the maneuverability of the Japanese Zero, but the two airplanes were roughly equal in speed and the F-4F was able to absorb far more damage. With its array of 6 x 12.7mm machine guns and its distinctive Thach weave maneuver, two Wildcats could handle four or five Zeros. © Copyright 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The War Master "Military Machines" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft.
War Master "Military Machines" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal and plastic construction.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
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