Hobby Boss 80327 F4F-3 Wildcat Late Version 1:48 Kit  [HB-80327]

F4F-3 Wildcat - Classic WWII Carrier Fighter

The Grumman F4F-3 "Wildcat" represents a key piece of early WWII naval aviation. With its barrel-shaped fuselage, angular wingtips and narrow-track undercarriage, the type was widely used by the U.S. Navy. Its dependable handling and carrier deck suitability made the Wildcat a frequent presence in Pacific operations.

Kit Overview for Scale Model Builders

The Hobby Boss 80327 kit recreates the late F4F-3 Wildcat with attention to the aircraft's characteristic shapes. Builders will find the parts capture the silhouette and surface detail needed to portray the late production features of this fighter, making it suitable for display projects and historical builds.

Operational Role and Period Detail

Entering service around 1939, the F4F-3 was powered by the R-1830-76 engine and fitted with four .50 caliber wing-mounted guns. Many early Wildcats lacked armor plating and self-sealing tanks, yet the type nonetheless performed effectively in its assigned roles during the early war years.