Trumpeter 02257 Grumman F6F-5 Hellcat  [TP02257]

The greatest carrier-based fighter of World War Two, ended up being the Grumman F6F Hellcat. The Hellcat ended up being armed with six .50 caliber machine guns also rockets, while the wings folded flat contrary to the fuselage so more could fit up to speed aircraft companies. The Hellcat's design sacrificed rate for a top rate of climb and exemplary maneuverability. It was additionally a tremendously tough and well armored design. The F6F-5, which utilized a redesigned motor cowl, new ailerons, a strengthened end, and a water-injection system the engine, which added 10per cent to the takeoff performance and increased its armament-carrying abilities. The F6F-5 was initially flown on 4 April 1944, and manufacturing continued through November 1945. Over 900 more "Dash-5" Hellcats were delivered to great britain in Lend-Lease program in designation Hellcat Mk II. Length : 10.2 m Wing Span : 13.0m Hight : 3.9m All-Up Weight : 6,990Kg Empty body weight : 4,189Kg Max Speed :650Km/h Range : 1,521Km Service Ceiling : 11,368m

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