Grumman F6F Hellcat

The classic Grumman F6F Hellcat fighter was known to make an Ace out of the many pilots who flew it during World War II. This replica model is handcrafted in iron frame on a scale of 1:40. The model comes with remarkable details such as front rotor blade, wings, cockpit, and landing wheels. They are beautifully painted with the authentic WWII paint and symbols. A must have for the collector and enthusiast! • 100% iron frame • Metal wheels • Metal propeller • Wheels roll • Decaled insignia

History

The Grumman F6F Hellcat was a carrier-based fighter aircraft designed to replace the earlier F4F Wildcat in United States Navy (USN) service. The Hellcat competed with the faster Vought F4U Corsair for use as a carrier based fighter. The Corsair had significant issues with carrier landings which the Hellcat did not, allowing the Hellcat to become the Navy's dominant fighter in the second part of World War II, a position the Hellcat did not relinquish. The Corsair instead was primarily deployed to great effect in land-based use by the U.S. Marine Corps.