The Tamiya 1/48 FM-1 Wildcat/Martlet (61126) reproduces the rugged Grumman-designed naval fighter that was the primary carrier-based fighter of both the United States Navy and the British Fleet Air Arm during the crucial early years of the Second World War. Known as the Wildcat in US service and the Martlet with the Royal Navy, it held the line against the Zero in the Pacific and the Fw190 over the Atlantic until more capable designs became available.
Tamiya's 1/48 kit includes markings for both US Navy Wildcat and Royal Navy Martlet variants, capturing the aircraft's distinctive blunt nose, mid-wing configuration, and manually folding wings accurately.
Kit highlights:
Accurate 1/48 FM-1 with US Navy and Royal Navy marking options
Detailed Wright R-1820 radial engine and cowling
Manual wing folding feature for carrier stowage
Wildcat and Martlet variant options included
Key early-war carrier fighter subject
Please note: Cement and paints required, sold separately.
