Tamiya 1/32 Vought F4U-1A Corsair #60325  [60325]

• This is a highly detailed model recreating the F4U-1A variant of the highly popular Corsair model. Newly-designed parts are included in the kit to accurately capture the changes which distinguish it from original F4U-1. The F4U-1A drew on connection with Navy and US Marine Corps pilots' experience using the initial aircraft, making alterations to further improve the performance of this famous bird.

  One of the most noticeable alterations was the discarding for the “birdcage” cockpit and its particular substantial framework parts that hampered visibility; a semi-bubble canopy with minimal framework ended up being set up rather, which improved the pilot's view and made it better to secure the F4U-1A. Extra improvements included increasing the pilot's chair 18cm to help with exposure, and soon after expanding tail wheel struts by 16.5cm. A wedge shaped spoiler was added to the starboard wing to improve the propensity associated with port wing to stall first and roll out of control.

  Such adjustments contributed significantly to the F4U-1A's suitability for usage from aircraft carriers; although by this time around it turned out passed over for that responsibility by the F6F Hellcat. Unlike its predecessor, the F4U-1A would later be properly used as fighter-bomber, and was handed the capacity of carrying a drop tank in fuselage, plus a bomb rack for use on raids supporting ground troops. This mixture of fearsome performance floating around and bombing ability made the F4U-1A an essential component while the Allied forces carried out their 'island hopping' strategy progressing through the Solomon isles.

Requirements:

• Scale: 1/32
  
• Construction kind: Assembly kit
  
• Photo-etch parts: Included
  
• Decals: Included
  
• Special function 1: The model captures the upgraded form of the F4U-1A variation with precision, including the semi-bubble canopy and raised pilot chair. This required newly-designed cockpit interior parts. Details such as brand new instrumentation panel and console designs will also be depicted.
  
• Special feature 2: Clear engine cowling components are included. (Note: Only for the US market)
  
• Special function 3: Modelers can choose whether to construct the model with its distinctive inverted gull wings extended or folded away.
  
• Unique feature 4: Flaps and elevators can also be depicted in open or closed roles.
  
• Special function 5: Starboard wing spoiler is recreated.
  
• Special feature 6: Includes 2 kinds of tail landing gear wheel make it possible for depiction of elongated strut.
  
• Unique feature 7: Comes with components depicting fall tank and 500lb bomb.
  
• Special function 8: 2 numbers depict pilot in seated or standing position.
  
• Special feature 9: The complex Pratt & Whitney R-2800 motor is faithfully depicted in all its glory, including early variant distributor. Removable 2-piece motor cowl permits the engine to be seen.
  
• Special feature 10: Includes 3 sets of markings and artwork guide. Recreate U.S. Navy or Marine Corps unit aircraft.