F4U-4 is the last variant to see action during World War II, deliveries to the U.S. Navy of the F4U-4 began late in 1944.  It fully equipped naval squadrons four months before the end of hostilities and had the 2,100 hp  engine.  When the cylinders were injected with the water/alcohol mixture, power was boosted to 2,450 hp (1,830 kW).  The propeller was changed to a four blade type.  Maximum speed was increased to 448 miles per hour (721 km/h) and climb rate to over 1,180 m/min as opposed to the 884 m/min of the F4U-1A.  The service ceiling also increased significantly from11,000 m to 12,000m.

 Model Information:

The kit consists of over 300 parts and 4 clear parts for canopy, detailed fuselage and wing with accurate design, Engine with fine detail and detailed gear cabin. Camouflage Scheme:   1. F4u-4 of VF-61 in markings AIR GROUP 6, USS Midway ,1949.  2. US Navy.

Dimensions:
Length: 213.5 mm
Beam: 260 mm TT