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| | Code: DM-50127 
Status: Sold out - Discontinued
We regret this item is no longer available for sale. Please see the product description for links to similar items we still have available. | Dragon Models 1:72 Warbirds 50127
Vought F4U Corsair Diecast Model
USMC VMF-312 Day's Knights, White 559 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Vought F4U Corsair | | 5.5" | | 6.75" |
This title showcases VMF-312 who had distinctive white on navy blue "checkerboard" tail markings. In honor of Major Richard M. Day, the men nicknamed the squadron "Day's Knights." They were later known as the "Checkerboards". Marine Fighting Squadron 312 (VMF-312), was commissioned at Page Field, Parris Island, South Carolina on June 1st 1943. Most of the original officers of the 312 were brought over from VMF-311 or Headquarters Squadron 31, which was based at Cherry Point, North Carolina. The first aircraft flown by VMF-312 was the SNJ-4 Texan, but by the end of August, the squadron had transitioned to the Chance Vought F4U-1 Corsair and received a large influx of pilots fresh from PreOperational training. VMF-312 is still active today as VMFA-312. Designed to meet a US Navy requirement for a single-seat carrier based fighter, the F4U was first flown on May 29th, 1940. This versatile aircraft saw service with both the Navy and Marine Corps in WW II and in the Korean War. During its lifetime, the Corsair underwent numerous improvements such as a lengthened fuselage, a high visibility bubble-top canopy and folding inverted gull wings that provided clearance for a large propeller. Its performance advantage, 400 mph capability, the ability to withstand punishment and six .50 Browning machine guns made the F4U a devastating weapon against aircraft, ground targets and ships. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc. 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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