Tamiya 60775 1/72 Vought F4U-1A Corsair Hobby Kit  [60775]

What to know about the Tamiya 60775 Corsair

The Tamiya 60775 1/72 Vought F4U-1A Corsair kit presents a compact but detailed take on a landmark WWII fighter. It appeals to hobby builders and display modellers seeking a clear historical reference and flexible build choices.

Design highlights of the F4U-1A

Entering service in 1942, the F4U-1A Corsair introduced features like inverted gull wings and one of the largest propellers fitted to fighters then. Early models had drawbacks such as restricted view during takeoff and tricky stall traits; the 1A incorporated a longer tailwheel leg, a new canopy design, and a right-wing stall strip to improve handling and pilot sightlines.

Contents, options and finishing

This accurate 1/72 kit models the final production F4U-1A and comes with parts for a 1000lb bomb, an external fuel tank, plus alternate propellers and tailwheels for variety. The decal sheet offers three marking choices to match different squadrons and roles.