Dragon Models 1:72 Warbirds 50234
Grumman F4F Wildcat Diecast Model
USMC VMF-224 Bengals, Robert Galer, Guadalcanal Island, 1942 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Grumman F4F Wildcat | | 4.75" | | 6.25" |
The Grumman F4F Wildcat was an American carrier-based fighter that began service with both the United States Navy and the Fleet Air Arm in 1940. Although first used in combat by the British in Europe, the Wildcat would become the primary carrier fighter for the first year and a half of the United States Navy's involvement in World War II in the Pacific Theater. The FM Wildcat, built by General Motors, remained in service throughout the remainder of the war on escort carriers, where larger and heavier fighters could not be used.
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.
Dragon's F4F Wildcat series have exceptionally fine and detailed panel lines and rivets, a feature uncommon in 1:72 scale. These models are constructed with only a minimal amount of plastic and feel surprisingly heavy for such a small size. The bird cage canopy is locked in its groove and easily slides open to reveal the cockpit interior. Engine detail is seen inside the nose cowling behind a nicely detailed propeller. The robust metal landing gear is constructed as a subassembly for easy installation, and gun ports, navigation lights, and detailed pitot tube are all hand-painted.
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The Dragon Models "Dragon Wings 1:72 Warbirds Series" range presents highly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircaft.
Dragon Models "Dragon Wings 1:72 Warbirds Series" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Opening canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiors.
- Selected moveable control surfaces.
- Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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