Quickboost QB48680 F4U-5 Corsair night gun barrels without pylons Hasegawa 1/48

The Quickboost QB48680 detail set is a high-quality set of gun barrels for the American F4U-5 Corsair night fighter aircraft, intended for 1/48 scale models by Hasegawa. This precisely manufactured model accessory is made from modern resin, ensuring excellent detail reproduction and much finer features than standard plastic parts. The set is dedicated to the most demanding modelers who want to give their models authenticity and the highest level of realism.

• Scale: 1/48
• Intended for: F4U-5 Corsair Night Fighter model (Hasegawa)
• Operator Country: United States of America
• Period of use: Cold War (years 1946–1953 for the F4U-5 version, mainly during the Korean War)
• Material: High-quality resin
• Add-ons: The set includes detailed, upgraded gun barrels – the set does not include pylons or additional armament
• Category: Resin upgrade set for aircraft models
• Assembly difficulty: 2/5 (basic modeling skills and the use of cyanoacrylate glue for resin parts are recommended)

Historical description of the F4U-5 Corsair Night Fighter

The F4U-5 Corsair is an improved version of the legendary Corsair carrier-based fighter, which operated from US Navy and Marines aircraft carriers and land bases in the late years of World War II. The F4U-5 variant and its night version were equipped with a modern radar and adapted for night operations, especially during the conflict on the Korean Peninsula. These aircraft were used to engage North Korean planes and provide ground support. The use of the night Corsairs demonstrated the need for well-armed, precisely equipped aircraft in night operations.

Why choose Quickboost QB48680?

The set is recommended for modelers who want to fully unlock the finishing potential of Hasegawa 1/48 scale models. The manufacturing precision, accurate geometry, and modern materials make this product an excellent choice for both professional dioramas and collector’s models. The lack of included pylons allows for a self-selected armament configuration. We especially recommend this set for intermediate and advanced military aviation enthusiasts.