{"product_id":"15743-hobby-boss-80389-f4u-5-corsair-148","title":"Hobby Boss 80389 F4U-5 Corsair 1\/48","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\r\n  \u003ch2\u003eHobby Boss 80389 F4U-5 Corsair (1\/48) – Plastic Aircraft Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHobby Boss 80389 F4U-5 Corsair (1\/48)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality plastic model kit representing the legendary American carrier-based fighter F4U-5 Corsair in 1:48 scale. This set allows every aviation modeling enthusiast to create an accurate miniature of one of the most important U.S. Navy aircraft from the second half of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical and Technical Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n  \u003cul\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/48\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States (USA)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vought F4U-5 Corsair\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod of Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cold War, 1946–1953 (with limited service in other countries until the 1960s)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTheatres of Operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The F4U-5 was a modernized version of the famous F4U Corsair, which made its mark during World War II in the Pacific and later participated in, among others, the Korean War. The F4U-5 variant was employed by the US Navy, US Marine Corps, as well as naval aviation forces of countries like Argentina and Honduras.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n  \u003ch3\u003eSet Contents and Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n  \u003cul\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highest quality polystyrene plastic ensuring detailed features and ease of processing\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e The set does not include glue or paints – these need to be purchased separately. No photo-etched or resin parts are included in this edition, which makes assembly easier for beginners and keeps the build at a moderate skill level.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSprews:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean, sharp panel lines, realistic surface texture, clearly rendered cockpit with instrument panel details, and optional underwing armament variants.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecals:\u003c\/strong\u003e The set includes decals for recreating several historical markings of US Navy or foreign operator aircraft.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n  \u003ch3\u003eWho do we recommend Hobby Boss F4U-5 Corsair (1\/48) for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n  \u003cp\u003eThis model is recommended both for intermediate modelers and collectors wishing to expand their collection with an important Cold War era aircraft. We rate the assembly difficulty at \u003cstrong\u003e3\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e – the kit requires basic modeling skills, but the clear instructions and attractively reproduced parts make for a highly satisfying building experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy choose this model?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Hobby Boss F4U-5 Corsair in 1\/48 scale is an attractive kit for fans of aviation history, the post-war period, and collectors of naval aircraft. Good parts fit, a high level of detail, and crisp features make this model an excellent base – both for an out-of-the-box build and a more advanced project with extra details.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hobby Boss","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720065175886,"sku":"HOBB80389","price":24.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/4a1e0e2442b17452b949dbca2940439a.jpg?v=1755490399","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/15743-hobby-boss-80389-f4u-5-corsair-148","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}