Tamiya 1/32 Vought F4U-1A Corsair

The largest of the Tamiya Aircraft Series features some of the most famous fighter aircraft in the world.This scale allows even the cockpit and engine details to be accurately reproduced to incredible detail. With a highly complex PW R-2800 engine generating 2000hp a 4-meter propeller and striking gull wings the Corsair was certainly a memorable aircraft; it was effective too and was one of the mainstays of the U.S. Navy. The F4U-1A variant was assigned to units from Summer 1943 and featured upgrades such as a semi-bubble canopy to improve previously limited visibility plus the ability to carry bombs of up to 1000lb. It saw a large amount of action in fighting with the Japanese Navy around the Solomon Islands; the Corsair continued to serve through the Korean War in the guise of further variants the bomber capability pioneered by the F4U-1A proving a most effective addition to the aircraft’s inherent ability. The model is 318mm long and 390mm wide and can be assembled with flaps and elevators in up or down position and an engine cowling that can be removed to show the engine. 3 marking decal options are also included for the US Navy and US Marine Corps units. Tamiya has a reputation for producing some of the finest assembly kits available and the 1/32 scale Aircraft Series is no different. Many of the aircraft feature materials such as rubber tires and metal parts which add even more realism and durability. These large aircraft once finished will be a dominant and impressive part of any modellers collection. Tamiyas famous assembly instructions are designed to be understood by both the experienced modeller and hobby newcomer. These assembly kits require paint and modelling glue available separately.