DOWNLOAD THE APP
Customer Services
Copyright © 2025 Desertcart Holdings Limited
DOWNLOAD THE APP
✈️ Own a piece of history — assemble the legendary Hellcat fighter!
The Academy WWII U.S. Navy Fighter F6F-3/5 Model Kit offers a meticulously detailed 1/72 scale replica of the iconic Hellcat fighter, featuring authentic cockpit and landing gear details. With optional parts to build either the F6F-3 or F6F-5 variant, this plastic model kit is perfect for adult hobbyists aiming to capture a pivotal piece of WWII aviation history. Paint and glue are not included, allowing for personalized finishing touches.
| ASIN | B0006O0690 |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Art Craft Kit Type | Model Kit |
| Brand | ACADEMY HOBBY MODEL KITS |
| Color | Navy |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (504) |
| Date First Available | October 2, 2001 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00603550021213 |
| Included Components | pieces |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 3.59 ounces |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 5.6 x 7.14 x 2.18 inches |
| Item model number | 12481 |
| Manufacturer | Model Rectifier Corp. |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 14 years and up |
| Material | Plastic |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Paint Type | water-based or acrylic |
| Product Dimensions | 5.6 x 7.14 x 2.18 inches |
| Seasons | All Seasons |
| Set Name | F6F-3/5 |
| Size | 7.14 x 5.6 x 2.18 inches |
| Theme | Military |
| UPC | 603550021213 763366196670 |
R**P
First time putting a model airplane together!
I got this model to use as an example of how to patiently assemble a model with good technique! My grandson loves, loves, loves anything having to do with WWII aircraft. While visiting him last summer we bought and assembled a couple of snap together models. Well, I think mostly I put them together. I had sent him this very model kit for Christmas the year before and found out that it had been thrown out when he and his dad ran into problems. So I thought it was time for a life lesson. I learned the life lesson. Putting model planes together takes time, a dedicated space, specialized tools and supplies, and is well worth the effort! As a first time modeler I remember first being surprised by how small the pieces were. I also learned that having good tools and supplies, like glue and paint, is important to a successful build. Well, I got the job done. Sent captioned pictures of the process to my grandchild and gave the finished plane to him when he came to visit last month. I will say that perhaps my biggest problem was the size of some of the pieces. I could barely see them! But I will say that all the pieces, no matter how small, fit well. I learned some techniques that made the process easier. Seems like a good quality kit. My grandson and I were both very happy with the result, even with the mistakes and the adjustments I made to accommodate my arthritic hands! So happy with the model and the process that I got another WWII fighter, NOT 1:72 but 1:48 this time!
D**D
Good
Good item
A**G
Quality product
Quality model
A**T
Is a great product
Is very realistic a little process to get all parts together, something that I enjoy doing
D**S
Pleased
Pleased with model
C**Z
Solid Kit
My 12 year old son wanted model plane kits for Christmas. He hadn’t really done any models before this one. I gave him some instruction and turned him loose. He had it put together fairly quickly and is looking forward to building more models.
T**H
Instructions were a pain
It's a good looking model but instructions were mostly Chinese and nowhere mentioned that the decals are waterslide or how to apply. Good thing I'm a smart crafter or it would have none. It turned into a family project to get it ready for my sons report and looks like grandpa's plane.
A**Y
Awesome Model
A wonderful 1:72 scale model with lots of detail. It was a lot of fun to put together and I love the way it turned out. Another great addition to my WW2 plane collection.
J**I
Thought the quality would be better for the price
Trustpilot
3 days ago
1 month ago