Unimax Forces of Valor 85228
Vought F4U Corsair Diecast Model
USMC VMF-122 Candystripers, 1945 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Vought F4U Corsair | | 5.5" | | 6.75" |
The F4U Corsair was the hero of the Pacific. The signature bent wing design was initially construed as a compromise to accommodate the big engine, a big propeller to maximize the engine output, and short Carrier Capable landing gear. The bent wing solved all the problems and as an unknown biproduct, it actually increased capable airspeed. The Corsair was primarly assigned to the Marines in the Pacific, most noteworthy of which was Colonel Pappy Boyington's Black Sheep Squadron.
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 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Forces of Valor's 1:72 scale Corsair is constructed almost entirely from diecast metal, and many of its features are similar to those seen only in higher-priced models. The solid metal wing includes many fine details such as oil cooler vents and machine gun ports. Radial engine details are visible inside the engine cowling, and exhaust stains can be seen through the expanded cowl flaps. The landing gear wheel wells and the tail wheel assembly are also highly detailed and the horizontal stabilizers and rudder have simulated fabric-stretched control surfaces.
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The Unimax "Forces of Valor" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military aicraft.
Unimax "Forces of Valor" 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.
- Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear.
- Fixed display stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Detailed pilots and crew members.
- Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.
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