{"product_id":"27484-eduard-7441-f6f-3-172","title":"Eduard 7441 F6F-3 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEduard 7441 F6F-3 1\/72 – plastic model kit of the US Navy aviation legend\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eduard 7441 F6F-3 1\/72 scale plastic model is a precisely reproduced miniature of the American carrier-based fighter Grumman F6F-3 Hellcat. The set is aimed at demanding modellers who value high quality details, part fit, and historical accuracy of the model compared to the original. The product belongs to the \u003cstrong\u003eplastic model airplane kits\u003c\/strong\u003e category and is ideal both for intermediate and advanced aviation modelling enthusiasts who strive for a realistic final effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical information and kit contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e high-quality polystyrene plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit:\u003c\/strong\u003e includes detailed plastic parts for building the model, a clear canopy made from transparent plastic, detailed decals with markings for several operational versions, and a step-by-step assembly instruction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd-ons:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eduard provides well-defined surface panel lines (recessed lines), as well as detailed cockpit and landing gear parts, which set this kit apart from the competition in this scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA brief history of the Grumman F6F-3 Hellcat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States of America (US Navy, US Marine Corps)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eService period:\u003c\/strong\u003e World War II (1943–1945), postwar period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExample combat use:\u003c\/strong\u003e F6F-3 Hellcats earned fame as the primary carrier-based fighters on American aircraft carriers during the Pacific campaign. The aircraft was noted for its excellent performance and robustness, fighting in battles such as Leyte Gulf and the Mariana Islands. Thanks to it, US Navy pilots achieved the highest kill ratio in the history of the US Navy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommendation and build difficulty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eduard 7441 F6F-3 1\/72 model is recommended for intermediate and advanced modellers who wish to faithfully recreate the legendary US Navy aircraft in detail. Excellent build quality, a wealth of details and the possibility to choose from several painting versions make this kit suitable even for the most demanding World War II aviation enthusiasts. Build difficulty – 3\/5 (requires precision and care, but the clear instructions facilitate assembly).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Eduard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720491716942,"sku":"EDUA7441","price":10.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/5d1c643874d81dcd0e2d49c32b197c91.jpg?v=1755501012","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.it\/en\/products\/27484-eduard-7441-f6f-3-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}