Description
Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series Diecast Model
Grumman F6F-5P Hellcat - VF-84, USS Bunker Hill, US Navy, February 1945
1:72 Scale. Length: 5.5”. Wingspan: 7.25"
VF-84 “Wolf Gang” was established on May 1, 1944. Most of its pilots were former members of VF-17 “Jolly Rogers”. The Commanding Officer was Lt. Cdr. Roger Hedrick, former XO of VF-17. Because so many members were ex “Jolly Rogers”, Hedrick tried to have VF-84 bare the name but was refused. VF-84 took part in the final assaults on the Japanese at Iwo Jima, the raids on Tokyo, sinking of the Yamato and Okinawa. The squadron was deactivated on October 8, 1945.
The F6F was a US Navy carrier-based 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 First flown on June 26, 1942, the F6F Hellcat entered service in 1943. It proved to be the most successful aircraft in naval history, destroying 5,271 enemy aircraft while in service.
Hobby Master offers a wide selection of quality, pre-assembled, diecast model airplanes. Each model is crafted to a high level of accuracy using specifications of the original aircraft. They are constructed with precision-made diecast metal and some plastic components.
This model of a F6F Hellcat by Hobby Master features:
Realistic panel lines
Opening canopy
Detailed cockpit with pilot figure
Historically accurate printed markings
Rotating propeller
Removable weapons and/or fuel tanks
Optional extended landing gear
Display stand
Category: Hobby Master 1:72 Military Aircraft Models
Safety Notice:
This item is not suitable for children under the age of 14 years
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