Hobby Boss 80340 1/48 F6F-3N Hellcat Scale Model  [HB-80340]

Hobby Boss 1/48 F6F-3N Hellcat 80340 overview

The Grumman F6F Hellcat is recognised as a key U.S. Navy fighter from World War II. It was created to improve on the F4F Wildcat and ran on the 2,000 hp Pratt & Whitney R-2800 powerplant. Combat encounters with the Japanese Zero informed its design changes, and the type finished service with an credited 5,271 victories against enemy aircraft.

For scale enthusiasts, the Hobby Boss 1/48 F6F-3N Hellcat kit captures the aircrafts essential features and paneling. The parts allow for accurate assembly and present a rewarding build for those interested in naval aviation subjects.

Kit construction and detailing

The parts layout in this kit emphasises the Hellcat's strong airframe lines. Builders will note neat moulding and logical assembly stages; the level of difficulty is moderate and best suited to modellers comfortable with detailed builds.

Presentation and placement in a collection

Finished models of the F6F-3N attract attention in any display. The combination of scale accuracy and detailing gives the kit strong shelf appeal, whether shown solo or grouped with other 1/48 military aircraft.