chameleon2009 Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 Whistling Death. It just sounds badass, doesn’t it? The Corsair, as the F4U built by Vought, or its identical twin the FG-1 (made by Goodyear), is one of the most iconic fighters of World War II. It could out-climb, out-run, and out-fight any propeller-driven aircraft it faced on the opposing side. Known for its distinctive design and huge propeller, the aircraft was also known for the peculiar sound it made at a higher airspeed. In order to keep the Corsair as aerodynamically clean as possible, designers made sure there was nothing protruding into the surrounding air to produce additional drag. In addition to the innovative “bent-wing” design, the intake for the aircraft’s turbo-supercharger, intercooler, and oil cooler were located in slots in the inboard leading edges of the wings. Air running through those slots at high speeds gave the aircraft a very distinctive sound, and the Japanese tagged the fighter with the moniker, “Whistling Death.” The facts and figures surrounding the Corsair’s service at war’s end were staggering. Corsairs flew more than 64,000 sorties between the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps. They accounted for over 2,100 victories in air combat with only 189 losses, producing an overall kill ratio of more than 11:1. It did especially well against the Mitsubishi A6M Zero, with a kill ratio of 12:1 versus that type. The Corsair also dropped 15,621 tons of bombs during the war, a figure approximate to 70% of the total number of bombs dropped by U.S. fighters during the entire war, regardless of theater. This is an OTB build and to be honest you don't need any after market bits on this, apart from the decals I used, this build I used mission model paints, and I found them rather good. this build is a dream as the fit is perfect in every way ENJOY. Mike 47 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gundylunch Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 Very,very nice !!! - Well done !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iang Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 A lovely Corsair! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-32 Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 Beautiful beautiful beautiful work, superb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trickydicky210 Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 Stunning 👏👏 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unfinished project Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 WOW!!! 👏👏👏👏 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spitfire Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 Great work, it has a very realistic look to it. Cheers Dennis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAT69 Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 I have never seen weathering and detailing so expertly done before. Incredible! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swifty Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 Stunning build. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob85 Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 Absolute stunner Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britman Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 Could have made a bit more effort! (I don't think) Probably my favourite warbird and you smashed it . Thank you for sharing. Keith. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMCS Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 Lovley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noelh Posted April 16, 2020 Share Posted April 16, 2020 I love Corsairs and I love that Corsair. You did an amazing job. It's almost perfect. Almost. A little tip, the back of the propeller suffers much more weathering than the front. You could legitimately weather the back of the prop to bare metal near the tip. If you weather the front of a prop make it twice as bad as the front. I've seen pictures of Corsairs in the Pacific with practically no paint on the back of the prop. But apart from that. It's brilliant and actually looks real. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t15dja Posted April 17, 2020 Share Posted April 17, 2020 The weathering is superb.... I love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedyGonzales Posted April 17, 2020 Share Posted April 17, 2020 This is a model really to be enjoyed!! Amazing job, the weathering in particular... Congratulations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoso Posted April 17, 2020 Share Posted April 17, 2020 Exceptional - absolutely fantastic build. May I ask what techniques you have used on the weathering for that? You have really achieved that scoured Pacific Theatre look which is to be commended and, I have to say it, stolen for my own use Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beastieboy Posted April 17, 2020 Share Posted April 17, 2020 absolutely stunning job, the build and the finish. It looks like each piece is a model in itself Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomkil Posted April 17, 2020 Share Posted April 17, 2020 Looks like you could jump in and fly it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KillerMig Posted April 17, 2020 Share Posted April 17, 2020 This is a true masterpiece ! Very well built. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sky Keg Posted April 17, 2020 Share Posted April 17, 2020 In a word.........impressive!!!!!!!! This belongs in a museum. Bravo!!! Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted April 18, 2020 Share Posted April 18, 2020 Now that is a great looking Corsair ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan P Posted April 18, 2020 Share Posted April 18, 2020 That's extremely well done, the cockpit shot looks about as convincing as any model I've seen. You can practically smell the authenticity. Not sure about the white panel lines but the wear and tear looks superb. An excellent build once again, great work 👏👏👏 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loloskymaster Posted April 18, 2020 Share Posted April 18, 2020 Very good surface details! Paint is smooth, I love your Corsair. Lolo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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