Academy 12355 - 1/48 Wildcat F4F-4 Midway Collector Kit  [AC-12355]

Academy 12355 1/48 F4F-4 Wildcat: Midway Fighter in Scale

The Academy 1/48 scale version of the USN F4F-4 Wildcat presents the aircraft's characteristic form and wartime presence. This kit allows modelmakers to recreate a significant Midway fighter with careful component fit and surface detail.

Historical Context and Model Appeal

The F4F-4 proved reliable in early Pacific engagements, and the kit mirrors that robustness through clear moulded features. In 1/48 scale the model delivers visible detail while remaining a manageable size for shelf or cabinet display.

Construction Tips and Presentation Advice

Moulded from standard modelling plastic, the parts require trimming, adhesive and paint to reach their full potential. Attention to cockpit painting and panel line shading will lift the final model into a convincing historic replica.