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F9F Panther Diecast Model USN VF-61 Jolly Rogers, Lawrence Cauble - FEB PRE-ORDER Code: HM-HA7205
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Hobby Master 1:48 Air Power Series HA7205
F9F Panther Diecast Model
USN VF-61 Jolly Rogers, Lawrence Cauble, USS Franklin D. Roosevelt, 1951
Limited Edition

1:48 Scale   Length   Width
Grumman F9F Panther   9.75"   9.5"


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Powered by a Rolls-Royce engine the first F9F flew in 1947. These new engines were fuel hungry and with no extra internal space permanent wing-tip tanks were added. These tanks also had the unexpected benefit of increasing the aircraft roll rate. In the Korean War the F9F was the primary USN aircraft for ground-attack and served with distinction. However it was realized that the Panther was inferior to the MiG aircraft so a swept-wing version was developed. The new aircraft retained the F9F designation and was called the Cougar.

VF-61 was established January 1, 1943 as VF-17 “Jolly Rogers”. On November 15, 1946 the JRs were re-designated the VF-5B and on July 28, 1948 they became VF-61. In April 1950 VF-61 traded in the F8F-2 “Bearcat” for the new F9F-2 Panther. From January 10, 1951 to May 18, 1951 VF-61 served on-board the carrier USS Franklin D. Roosevelt. One VF-61 pilot, Lt. Lawrence Cauble already had jet experience flying the P-59B Airacomet in 1947 and would later become a test pilot. VF-61 was disestablished in 1959.

Limited Edition of 1000 pieces worldwide.


Hobby Master 1:48 Air Power Series

The Hobby Master "1:48 Air Power Series" presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Hobby Master offer the more price-sensitive collector a cheaper alternative to models from leading manufacturers like Corgi and Century Wings.

Hobby Master "1:48 Air Power Series" diecast airplanes feature:

  • Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
  • Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
  • Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
  • Opening canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiors.
  • Hinged extending/retracting landing gear.
  • Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
  • Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.
  • Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.

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Grumman F9F Panther

Designd as carrierborne fighter-bomber, the F9F was first flown on Novermber 24th, 1947.

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