The Grumman F8F Bearcat was the company's final piston-engine carrier fighter, representing the peak of this technology. Designed during WWII, the concept was to fit the powerful Pratt & Whitney R-2800 engine into the smallest, most lightweight airframe possible. The result was an aircraft with an extraordinary rate of climb and superb agility that, while too late for WWII, served with distinction in the post-war era.

This large 1/32 scale kit from Trumpeter is a detailed replica of this potent naval fighter. With over 360 parts, it features a photo-etched detail fret, a realistic film instrument panel, and rubber tyres. A unique highlight is the inclusion of a clear engine cowling, allowing the builder to showcase the highly detailed R-2800 engine. The kit includes decals for both US Navy and Royal Thai Air Force versions.

• Highly detailed Pratt & Whitney R-2800 engine

• Unique clear cowling part to display the engine

• The cockpit features a realistic film instrument panel

• Photo-etched fret for fine cockpit and exterior details

• Grooved rubber tyres for added authenticity

• Paint Options:

  • US Navy, VF-19, USS Boxer, 1947

  • Royal Thai Air Force

• Accurately reproduced fuselage and wing surfaces

• Genuine Trumpeter Product

• 1x Model Kit

• 1x Photo-Etched Fret

• 1x Set Of Rubber Tyres

• 1x Film Instrument Panel

• 1x Clear Parts Sprue

• 1x Decal Sheet

• 1x Instruction Manual

• ABS Plastic Safe Paint

• Modelling Glue

• 1x Tweezers

• 1x Scissors

• 1x Modelling Knives

• 1x Modelling Files