T60324 Tamiya 1/32 F4U-1 Vought Corsair Bird cage

History

The Corsair was originally developed by the American company Vought in response to a February 1938 request for a proposal for a carrier based fighter aircraft by the U.S. Navy. Designed to surpass even land-based fighters, it featured a 2,000hp engine and massive 4-meter propeller and - most memorably - a unique inverted gull wing. This first version of the Corsair (which means "pirate") was given the nickname "birdcage" due to the large frame sections used in the canopy structure.
The F4U-1 Corsair was a unique aircraft, with a powerful 2,000hp engine and a massive 4m propeller, not to mention the highly characteristic inverted gull-wings. In October of 1940, it was the first American fighter to achieve a speed of 400mph (around 640kph). Initial production models of the aircraft featured a striking canopy called the "Birdcage". The aircraft took part in operations from February 1943, and with its powerful 12.7mm machine guns proved to be a formidable opponent for the Japanese Zero Fighters. The aircraft took part in the U.S. military's counter-offensive which was based in the Solomon Islands. It was mainly used by the U.S. Marine Corps and had an advantage in speed and armor over the Japanese Zero fighter to prove a valuable weapon in the arsenal of the U.S. military.

In order to capture the aircraft as accurately as possible, Tamiya designers not only inspected, measured and examined the real aircraft at five different museums across North America, they were also given access to Northrop-Grumman's blueprints. The result is a highly detailed and precise 1/32 scale model of the F4U-1 Corsair.

T89969 Tamiya Weathering Master (WII US Navy Machines)

To further enhance your new 1/32 Corsair model, Tamiya has a special limited edition weathering master set designed specifically for WWII U.S. Navy aircraft. This set easily allows the modeler to create rust textures and create highlights within the landing gear and main frame of the aircraft using the three included pallets.

Product Features

High Quality Accurate Plastic assembly model kit with Excellent Detail
Photo-Etched Parts included
Detailed Pratt and Whitney R-2800 Engine, and Cockpit with opening canopy
Engine Cowling held in place with small magnets and can be opened after assembly to display engine detail
Inverted Gull wing can be modeled in the folded or extended position
Flaps and elevators can be modeled in the up or down position
Includes Mk XLI Bomb Rack
Supplied with 2 sets of rear fuselage parts to depict initial or late production aircraft
Supplied with High quality Decal sheet with 3 Sets of markings and Masking Sheet
Landing Gear and tail wheel can be modeled in Raised or Retracted position
Includes display Stand and two pilot figures (standing and Seated positions)
Includes a full colour 12 page commemorative booklet is included
Age Suitability: 14+

Safety Notice: Warning! This product is not suitable for children under 36 months because of small parts which can present a choking hazard

Specs

Fuselage Length: 318mm
Wingspan: 390mm
Tires: Synthetic Rubber
Scale: 1/32

Contents

1 x Tamiya 1/32 F4U-1 Vought Corsair Bird cage Plastic Assembly Kit

Model: T60324
Shipping Weight: 2.0kgs
Manufactured by: Tamiya