Corgi Showcase Collection CS90022

Vought F4U Corsair Diecast Model

USN

1:120 Scale Length Width

Vought F4U Corsair 3.25" 4"

This model has been stored and the box and insert are sun faded, model is excellent

The Corsair was both unique in performance and design due to its reverse-gulled wings. The Corsair was not without teething problems. But once these were overcome and pilots could use its superior level and dive speeds, the Corsair enjoyed combat success. Production ended in 1952, with a total of 7,829 being built since the 1940 flight trials.

Vought F4U Corsair

Designed to meet a US Navy requirement for a single-seat carrier based fighter, the F4U was first flown on May 29th, 1940. This versatile aircraft saw service with both the Navy and Marine Corps in WW II and in the Korean War. During its lifetime, the Corsair underwent numerous improvements such as a lengthened fuselage, a high visibility bubble-top canopy and folding inverted gull wings that provided clearance for a large propeller. Its performance advantage, 400 mph capability, the ability to withstand punishment and six .50 Browning machine guns made the F4U a devastating weapon against aircraft, ground targets and ships.

Corgi Showcase Collection

The Corgi "Showcase Collection" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military and civilian aircraft.

Corgi "Showcase Collection" diecast airplanes feature:

Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.

Realistic panel lines and surface details.

Pad printed markings that won't fade or peel like decals.

Poseable stand to display the aircraft "in flight".

Moving parts such as propellers, rotors and swing-wings where applicable.

Descriptive, collectible data card.