F4F-4 USN WILDCAT
Scale: 1/72
Brand: ACADEMY
Item # 12451

Was kit #1650.

When the Japanese attacked the United States in 1941, the most
modern fighter in the Navy was the Grumman F4F Wildcat.

Although the Wildcat was small. it was not as fast or
maneuverable as the Japanese Zero fighter, but it was a very
durable machine. However, in the hands of an experienced pilot,
the Wildcat could best the feared Zero and the little Grumman
fighter held its own against the enemy until the more powerful
Hellcat was available about a year later.

The Wildcat had a top speed of 320 mph at 18,800 feet. It was
armed with six. 50 cal machine guns and could carry bombs and, in

later versions, five inch rockets.

Fully engraved panel lines.
Highly detailed cockpit interior and landing gear compartment.
Optional position wings and landing gear.