Tamiya 1/48 scale kit of the F4U-1/2 ‘Birdcage’ Corsair — build either the day fighter or the F4U-2 nightfighter.

Key Features

• 1/48 scale Vought F4U-1/2 ‘Birdcage’ Corsair model kit
• Build either the F4U-1 day fighter or the F4U-2 nightfighter
• Highly detailed engine and cockpit; pilot figure included
• 1,000lb bombs and drop tanks included
• Four marking options

Overview

The F4U Corsair was a WWII American fighter aircraft, distinguished by its inverted gull wing design, which accommodated the 4m diameter propeller without having to resort to overly long landing gear legs. Its Pratt & Whitney Double Wasp engine produced 2,000hp and allowed the Corsair to reach a maximum speed of 636km/h.

Among the different variants of the Corsair, the F4U-1 was the first to be mass-produced and featured a characteristic framed canopy referred to as a “Birdcage.” They were deployed to the Pacific in February 1943 and became feared by Japanese forces due to their speed and firepower. A nightfighter version, designated F4U-2, was also created and featured a radar pod mounted near the wingtip of the right wing. Over 9,000 examples were produced and they were used by American, British, and New Zealand forces.

This 1/48 scale kit from Tamiya includes parts to assemble either the standard F4U-1 or the F4U-2 nightfighter, with a highly detailed engine and cockpit, one pilot figure, and four marking options.

Features

• Accurate model kit of the “Birdcage” canopy Corsair; includes parts to assemble either the standard F4U-1 or the F4U-2 nightfighter
• Distinctive inverted gull wing design faithfully rendered
• Highly detailed engine and cockpit
• One pilot figure included
• Includes parts for 1,000lb bombs and drop tanks
• Comes with four marking options

Specifications

• Scale: 1/48
• Length: 205mm (8.07")
• Decal Schemes: 4
• Skill Level: Intermediate

Included Items

• 1x Model Kit
• 1x Pilot Figure
• 1x Decal Sheet
• 1x Instruction Manual

Required Items

• Plastic Safe Paint
• Modelling Glue
• Tweezers
• Scissors
• Modelling Knife
• Modelling Files