{"product_id":"79899-special-hobby-48239-l-4ne-1-grasshopper-pacific-warriors-148-pl","title":"Special Hobby 48239 L-4\/NE-1 Grasshopper Pacific Warriors 1\/48 ","description":"\u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Product\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eSpecial Hobby 48239 L-4\/NE-1 Grasshopper Pacific Warriors 1\/48\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp itemprop=\"description\"\u003eThe plastic model kit \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Hobby 48239 L-4\/NE-1 Grasshopper Pacific Warriors\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003e1\/48 scale\u003c\/strong\u003e is a precisely reproduced set representing the legendary L-4 Grasshopper observation aircraft (the American military designation for the civilian Piper Cub J-3) and the NE-1 variant used by the U.S. Navy. The model is dedicated to recreating aircraft operating in the Pacific theater of World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe original Piper L-4\/NE-1 Grasshopper was lightweight and relatively simple in construction, used by the \u003cstrong\u003eUnited States\u003c\/strong\u003e and Allied forces mainly for reconnaissance, liaison, and medical evacuation missions from \u003cstrong\u003e1942–1945\u003c\/strong\u003e. These aircraft were invaluable during Pacific operations—serving to adjust artillery fire, carry messages, and locate lost units, which significantly increased the effectiveness of Allied actions. The L-4 Grasshopper repeatedly proved its worth during the Philippines campaign and the Battle of Okinawa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003cp\u003eInside the \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Hobby 48239\u003c\/strong\u003e box you will find:\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eInjection-molded parts made of high-quality plastic, with finely detailed surfaces and fuselage features\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDecals for several aircraft operating in the Pacific (including Army Air Forces and Navy variants)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA clear step-by-step assembly manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eParts made from transparent plastic for realistic cockpit windows\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe model does not include photo-etched or resin parts, but thanks to advanced molding technologies, it features prominent interior, landing gear, and typical “Grasshopper” aircraft details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eCategory: \u003cstrong\u003eplastic model kit\u003c\/strong\u003e in 1\/48 scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003cp\u003eWe recommend \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Hobby 48239 L-4\/NE-1 Grasshopper Pacific Warriors\u003c\/strong\u003e to both intermediate modelers and World War II aviation collectors who value quality and historical authenticity. The set is ideal for expanding an Allied aircraft collection or as a base for Pacific front themed dioramas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty level: 3\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e. Assembly requires precision, but is achievable even for less experienced modelers thanks to the clear instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Special Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54762581360974,"sku":"SH48239","price":24.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/d0da7be23189d41077e3ba91d101fadb.jpg?v=1756338289","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.fr\/en\/products\/79899-special-hobby-48239-l-4ne-1-grasshopper-pacific-warriors-148-pl","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}