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F6F-5 Hellcat Model, US Navy, “Minsi III” - Corgi PR99402
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Description
Corgi Predator Series Diecast Model
Grumman F6F-5 Hellcat – “Minsi III”, BuNo 70143, Cdr. David McCampbell, USS Essex, US Navy, October 1944
1:72 scale. Length: 5.5”. Wingspan: 7.1”
Cdr. David McCampbell was the US Navy’s leading ace in WWII with 34 aerial victories. He was also the third-highest scoring US flying ace of WWII and the highest-scoring to survive the war. McCampbell flew at least four F6F Hellcats while aboard the USS Essex, one of which was an F6F-5, BuNo 70143, named “Minsi III”, in which he scored the last 23˝ of his 34 kills.
The F6F was a carrier-based US Navy fighter aircraft developed to replace the F4F Wildcat. The F6F Hellcat and F4U Corsair were the primary US Navy fighters during the second half of WWII.
Corgi is a leading manufacturer of high quality, pre-built, die-cast model airplanes. Every model is crafted with meticulous attention to details, using specifications of the original aircraft. Corgi models are constructed with precision-made diecast metal and some plastic components.
The models in the Corgi Predators Series feature historically accurate markings, realistic panel lines and removable weapons. They can be displayed with the landing gear down or 'in flight' on the included stand.
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