Eduard 73406 Hellcat Mk. II S.A. 1/72 – highly detailed WWII fighter aircraft model

Eduard 73406 Hellcat Mk. II S.A. in 1/72 scale is a high-quality set of photo-etched accessories intended for the super-detailing of the Grumman Hellcat Mk. II carrier-based fighter model. This precision set is dedicated to modelers who want to achieve the highest level of detail in the cockpit and other elements of a 1:72 scale model.

Historical model – Hellcat Mk. II

• Scale: 1/72
• Manufacturer: Eduard
• Original operator’s country: United Kingdom (Fleet Air Arm – Royal Navy)
• Service period: World War II (1944–1945)
• Type: Detail-up set (photo-etched upgrade kit for plastic assembly model)
• Material: photo-etched metal sheet + colored film elements

Historical overview and usage

The Grumman Hellcat Mk. II (F6F-5) was one of the most effective carrier-based fighter aircraft used by Allied forces during World War II. The British Fleet Air Arm received 930 Hellcat Mk. II aircraft from the USA, which were used for convoy escort, attacks on Japanese bases, and providing support for land operations. Hellcats played a crucial role particularly in the Burma campaign and in the final operations in the Pacific.

Product features

• Super-detailed instrument panels made from colored photo-etched parts.
• Fine cockpit accessories: seatbelts, control stick, rudder pedals, side consoles, and placards.
• Components for improving exterior details: mesh parts, covers, and landing gear accessories.
• The set does not include a plastic base model – aimed at advanced modelers owning a 1/72 scale Hellcat kit.

Recommended for advanced modelers

The Eduard 73406 Hellcat Mk. II S.A. 1/72 set is recommended especially for experienced modelers and military aviation enthusiasts. The precision and variety of details will make your model impress even the most demanding collectors. Assembly difficulty: 4/5 – we recommend using precision tools and having experience working with photo-etched parts.

Choose the Eduard 73406 set if you want to capture cockpit realism, highlight the craftsmanship of your reconstruction, and take the presentation level of your Hellcat Mk. II to a masterclass standard!