{"product_id":"7820-hobby-boss-80357-f8f-1b-bearcat-148","title":"Hobby Boss 80357 F8F-1B Bearcat 1\/48","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eHobby Boss 80357 F8F-1B Bearcat (1\/48) – Plastic Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eHobby Boss 80357 F8F-1B Bearcat\u003c\/strong\u003e model in \u003cstrong\u003e1\/48 scale\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality plastic replica of one of the most famous American carrier-based fighters from the \u003cstrong\u003eend of World War II and the beginnings of the Cold War\u003c\/strong\u003e. The F8F Bearcat was developed by Grumman for the United States Navy and began entering service in 1945, replacing earlier fighter models on US Navy aircraft carriers.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Grumman F8F-1B Bearcat was equipped with a powerful Pratt \u0026amp; Whitney R-2800 engine, and its design was optimized for maximum maneuverability, performance, and short takeoff and landing distances for carrier operations. The 1B version featured reinforced armament – four 20 mm cannons instead of traditional machine guns, significantly increasing its firepower. F8F Bearcat fighters mainly served from 1945 to 1952, although allied countries such as France and Thailand used them for many years. The aircraft took part in combat, including during the Indochina conflict.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/48, offering excellent detail replication\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCountries of use: United States (US Navy), France, Thailand\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHistorical period: end of World War II, postwar period, Cold War\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCategory: plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFeatures richly detailed fuselage, cockpit, undercarriage, and armament\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUnassembled kit – set does not include glue or paints\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNumber of parts and quality of execution is excellent for both collectors and aviation model enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe kit includes clear assembly instructions and decals for historical paint schemes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eRecommended:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Hobby Boss F8F-1B Bearcat model is recommended for all aviation enthusiasts as well as intermediate and advanced modelers. It is an excellent choice for those seeking a realistic model of an American fighter plane from the turning point of eras.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eBuild difficulty level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/5 – the model requires precision and patience, recommended for modelers who already have basic experience assembling models in this scale.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hobby Boss","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719881904462,"sku":"HOBB80357","price":17.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/c5866f8f0515f02284911992054e67ca.jpg?v=1755484723","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.fr\/en\/products\/7820-hobby-boss-80357-f8f-1b-bearcat-148","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}