Hobby Boss 80381 - 1/48 Scale F4U-1 Corsair Early WWII Model Kit - Off-Ramp Warbird Build  [HB-80381]

Hobby Boss 80381 - 1/48 F4U-1 Corsair Early version WWII
Price:
AUD$29.71
Brand:
Hobby Boss
Model:
HB-80381
Condition:
Brand New
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Hobby Boss 1/48 F4U-1 Corsair Early Version Kit Highlights

The F4U-1 Corsair served with distinction in World War II and beyond, standing out with its inverted gull wing design and powerful performance. Hobby Boss recreates that iconic form in 1/48 scale to suit shelf display or small diorama projects.

Production and Service Notes

Entering service in about 1940 and with production lasting until 1953, the Corsair saw extended use across several conflicts. The kit represents the early F4U-1 layout so modellers can recreate the aircraft as it appeared during initial wartime deployments.

Assembly Detail and Parts

With over 190 parts included, the kit offers a detailed build. The main airframe and wing pieces show accurate contours, clear parts are provided for glazing, and the engine bay plus landing gear areas contain fine moulded detail for realistic finishing.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1/48
  • Length: 213.5 mm
  • Wingspan: 260 mm
  • Material: Plastic
  • Part Count: 190+
  • Sprues: 10
This kit is aimed at intermediate to advanced modellers due to the quantity of small parts and the detailing; patient assembly and steady hands help achieve the best finish.
Yes, the kit comes with decals depicting period accurate markings suitable for the early F4U-1 examples modelled.
The kit includes detailed landing gear bays, and with careful alignment and the correct assembly steps you can display the model with wheels down without extra modification.
Light sanding of seam areas and a primer coat are recommended for the best paint adhesion and to highlight fine surface detail before finishing.

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