Fly 72067 - 1:72 Grumman F7F-3 F7F-3K Tigercat

1:72 scale plastic model kit of the Grumman F7F-3 / F7F-3K Tigercat

The Fly Models 72067 kit represents the powerful twin-engine fighter Grumman F7F-3 Tigercat and its later radio-controlled drone variant F7F-3K. This aircraft was one of the fastest piston-engine fighters ever built for the US Navy and Marine Corps, combining impressive speed with heavy armament and distinctive twin-tail design.

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Model length: approx. 14.9 cm
• Manufacturer: Fly Models
• Difficulty level: intermediate

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints, or modeling tools. Assembly required.

About the build:

This Fly Models kit includes detailed plastic parts, decals, and a clear instruction sheet. It allows modelers to build either the fighter F7F-3 or the drone F7F-3K configuration. Careful assembly and surface preparation are recommended for best results, making it ideal for hobbyists with some modeling experience.

Recommended tools:

• Modeling knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding paper
• Fine brushes or airbrush
• Plastic cement
• Acrylic or enamel paints in US Navy / Marine Corps colors

About the Grumman F7F-3 / F7F-3K Tigercat:

The Grumman F7F Tigercat was the first twin-engine fighter designed for the US Navy. The F7F-3 version featured structural improvements and enhanced armament, while the F7F-3K was converted into an unmanned target drone used in weapons testing during the early Cold War. Fast, durable, and visually distinctive, the Tigercat remains one of Grumman’s most striking piston fighters.

Aircraft data:

• Manufacturer: Grumman Aircraft Engineering Corporation
• Engines: 2 × Pratt & Whitney R-2800 radial engines
• Maximum speed: approx. 740 km/h
• Armament: 4 × 20 mm cannons, 4 × .50 cal machine guns, bombs or rockets
• Length: approx. 10.7 m
• Wingspan: approx. 13.4 m

About Fly Models:

Fly Models is a Czech company specializing in detailed plastic model kits of lesser-known aircraft and military subjects. Their kits are valued by hobbyists for interesting topics, fine surface detailing, and a rewarding build experience suited for intermediate and advanced modelers.