Description

Up for sale is a brand new 1/48 US MARINE CORPS VOUGHT F4U CORSAIR 915  VMF-214 (HA8222) by Hobbymaster.

VMF-214 squadron was led by Greg “Pappy” Boyington and because it was comprised of pilots gathered from other squadrons it became known as the “Black Sheep”. Boyington and his pilots earned a reputation as being unconventional on the ground and in the air. On January 3, 1944 as part of a 46 aircraft sortie the “Black Sheep” headed for a fighter sweep of Rabaul with Greg Boyington in command. Boyington shot down 1 Zero and but his 915 was shot down and he became a POW until September 1945.

This model aircraft is made from die-cast metal and include extensive detailing. It is similar in quality to Corgi, Gemini Jets, JC Wings, Witty Wings, Century Wings, NG Models and Aviation200.

Includes display stand.

Additional information

Weight 1 kg
Dimensions 24 × 24 × 10 cm
Length

21.5cm

Wingspan

26cm

Aircraft Family

VOUGHT F4U CORSAIR

Registration

915

Brand

HOBBY MASTER

Model Manufacturer

HOBBY MASTER

Vehicle Manufacturer

VOUGHT