F4U-4 ''Corsair'', 1/72 - Hobby Boss 80218

Planned for September 2026, the F4U-4 “Corsair” Hobby Boss kit ref. 80218 reproduces at a scale of 1/72 one of the late versions of the famous American fighter. This snap-together plastic kit lets you build a compact military aircraft whose silhouette is instantly recognizable by its distinctive inverted W-shaped wing.

The F4U-4 Corsair

The Corsair was designed as a carrier-based fighter aircraft for the U.S. Navy. Its architecture is notably distinguished by a large propeller and a wing with a “broke” (bent) configuration, designed to provide the clearance needed on the ground. The late versions of the F4U family continued the Corsair’s operational career after World War II, particularly during the Korean War period.

The Hobby Boss 80218 model kit

This Hobby Boss reference includes 45 plastic parts and offers two American decals options. Once assembled, the model measures 143 mm in length, with a wingspan of 172 mm and a height of 67 mm.

The 1/72 scale reduces each dimension of the real aircraft by a factor of 72. It’s ideal for building a collection of military aircraft while keeping a reasonable display footprint in a showcase or on a diorama.

Assembly and finishing

Assembling a plastic model requires the usual supplies: glue suitable for polystyrene, a cutting tool, fine abrasives, and paints. Careful preparation of the parts before gluing helps you achieve clean seams. Applying a primer before painting allows you to check the condition of the surfaces and unify the final finish.

The decals provide the final touch to the model. Applying them onto a smooth surface, followed by appropriate protection, helps integrate the decals into the paintwork. A light weathering finish can then highlight the panel lines and add more depth to this F4U-4 Corsair reproduction.

Technical features

• Brand : Hobby Boss
• Reference : 80218
• Type : buildable military aircraft model kit
• Subject : F4U-4 “Corsair”
• Scale : 1/72
• Material : plastic
• Number of parts : 45
• Length (assembled) : 143 mm
• Wingspan : 172 mm
• Height : 67 mm
• Decals : two American decals options