Hobby Boss 80340 1/48 F6F-3N Hellcat Scale Kit  [HB-80340]

Hobby Boss 80340 1/48 F6F-3N Hellcat kit overview

The Grumman F6F Hellcat is a landmark naval fighter in aviation history. It was designed to replace the earlier F4F Wildcat and used the powerful 2,000 hp Pratt & Whitney R-2800 radial engine. Lessons learned from combat with the Japanese Zero shaped the Hellcat's design, helping it achieve a notable combat record of 5,271 enemy aircraft downed while in service with the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.

For scale builders, the Hobby Boss 1/48 scale F6F-3N Hellcat kit recreates this important type with a level of accuracy that highlights key airframe features. The parts layout and detail make it a satisfying project for hobbyists focused on World War II naval aviation.

Assembly and fit for the F6F-3N

The Hobby Boss kit delivers a full assembly workflow that captures the Hellcat's robust lines and structural details. Builders will find careful moulding in the fuselage and wings, with a moderate build complexity that suits intermediate and experienced modellers who enjoy precise work.

Display presence and collector appeal

When finished, the F6F-3N makes an eye-catching display model. Its historical relevance and fine detailing give it strong appeal for collectors of World War II aircraft, and it scales well alongside other 1/48 models in a display case or diorama.