F4U-4 is the last variant to see action during World War II, deliveries to the U.S. Navy of the F4U-4 began late in 1944. It fully equipped naval squadrons four months before the end of hostilities. It had the 2,100 hp  engine. When the cylinders were injected with the water/alcohol mixture, power was boosted to 2,450 hp (1,830 kW). The propeller was changed to a four blade type. Maximum speed was increased to 448 miles per hour (721 km/h) and climb rate to over 1,180 m/min as opposed to the 884 m/min of the F4U-1A. The service ceiling also increased significantly from 11,000 m to 12,000m.

Scale          1:48

Model Dimension - Length: 213.5mm   Wingspan: 260 mm

Total Plastic Parts - 300+pcs

Total Sprues - 12 sprues

Detailed fuselage & wing w/accurate design

Engine with fine detail

Detailed gear cabin

Camouflage Scheme     

  • 1.F4u-4 of VF-61 in markings AIR GROUP 6, USS Midway ,1949
  • 2.US Navy

Paint and glue not included

SKU HB80386
Brand Hobbyboss

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