{"product_id":"1-48-eduard-f4f-4-wildcat-late-weekend-edition-plastic-model-kit","title":"Eduard 1\/48 F4F-4 Wildcat Late Weekend Edition Plastic Model Kit","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"480\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBuild one of the U.S. Navy's most iconic carrier-based fighters with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"238\"\u003eEduard 1\/48 F4F-4 Wildcat Late Weekend Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e plastic model kit. The rugged Grumman F4F-4 Wildcat played a crucial role during the Pacific and Atlantic campaigns of World War II, earning a reputation for durability, reliability, and combat effectiveness against formidable Axis aircraft.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"881\"\u003eEduard's \u003cstrong data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"510\"\u003eWeekend Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e offers the same highly detailed plastic parts as the ProfiPACK release in a streamlined package, making it an excellent choice for modelers who prefer to focus on the build and painting without photo-etched parts or painting masks. This kit features outstanding surface detail, a highly detailed cockpit, and accurate representation of the late-production F4F-4 Wildcat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003eIncluded are \u003cstrong data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"920\"\u003efour marking options\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing you to build aircraft operated by the \u003cstrong data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"982\"\u003eU.S. Navy\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1007\"\u003eU.S. Marine Corps\u003c\/strong\u003e during 1943. Whether displayed as a carrier-based fighter or part of a Pacific War collection, this Wildcat is an outstanding addition to any aircraft model collection. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"u0ybrq\" data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s6n5xc\" data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eHighly detailed 1\/48 scale plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1m9upnw\" data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003eEduard Weekend Edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1oypz10\" data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003eAuthentic F4F-4 Wildcat Late configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q8cho\" data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1400\"\u003eFinely engraved panel lines and rivet detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5y234n\" data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003eHighly detailed cockpit and landing gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"105tf3b\" data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eFour historical marking options included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"de9z0q\" data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003eU.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps aircraft options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"293bqm\" data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003eNo photo-etched parts, resin parts, or painting masks (Weekend Edition)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i69xa1\" data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1660\"\u003eExcellent platform for painting and weathering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hj03cv\" data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1680\"\u003eAssembly required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q2frcc\" data-start=\"1681\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003ePaint and cement sold separately \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1xemshg\" data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"2497\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003eGrumman F4F-4 Wildcat\u003c\/strong\u003e served as the U.S. Navy's primary carrier-based fighter during the early years of World War II. Although slower and less maneuverable than the Japanese A6M Zero, the Wildcat's rugged construction, self-sealing fuel tanks, and armor protection made it remarkably survivable in combat. Pilots employed innovative tactics such as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2161\"\u003eThach Weave\u003c\/strong\u003e to overcome the Zero's advantages, contributing to important victories throughout the Pacific. Late-production F4F-4 aircraft also served aboard escort carriers in the Atlantic, protecting convoys from German submarines and aircraft while supporting amphibious operations across multiple theaters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eduard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51276529991986,"sku":"EDU84204","price":31.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/3310\/6226\/files\/edu84204-148-eduard-f4f-4-wildcat-late-weekend-edition-preorder-squadron-model-models__81282.jpg?v=1781042283","url":"https:\/\/battlebornhobby.com\/products\/1-48-eduard-f4f-4-wildcat-late-weekend-edition-plastic-model-kit","provider":"Battle Born Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}