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Hobby Master HA8206 1:48 Vought F4U Corsair USN VF-84 Wolf Gang White 167

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Description

The hard-hitting mount of a legendary "Wolf Gang" commander. This highly detailed 1:48 scale diecast model by Hobby Master (HA8206) replicates the Vought F4U Corsair "White 167," flown by Lt. Cdr. Roger Hedrick, Commanding Officer of USN squadron VF-84 "Wolf Gang," while operating from the aircraft carrier USS Bunker Hill in February 1945. Formed largely from veterans of the famous VF-17 "Jolly Rogers," VF-84 was designated as the Navy's premier day-fighter Corsair squadron. While flying from the Bunker Hill on February 25, 1945, Hedrick added to his impressive tally by destroying two Japanese "Franks" and a "Zero," bringing his final war record to 12 aircraft destroyed. Finished in a rich Gloss Sea Blue livery with contrasting bright yellow cowling accents and arrow carrier geometric identification tail marks, this model perfectly captures the late-war strike aesthetic of the iconic inverted gull-wing fighter.

Ideal for curators of Pacific Theatre carrier operations and U.S. Navy aviation history, this Air Power Series release serves as a definitive historical artifact of the final aerial pushes against the Japanese mainland. The large 1:48 scale model is engineered for exceptional accuracy, featuring positional folding wings for flight or carrier deck parking configuration, an opening canopy, optional landing gear positions, and a detailed cockpit with a pilot figure. This premium diecast metal model offers a sophisticated display presence for collectors prioritizing provenance and ace commander history, making it a premier acquisition for any gallery dedicated to pioneer aerospace engineering and the VF-84 legacy.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Hobby Master

Series: Air Power Series

Model code: HA8206

Aircraft: Vought F4U Corsair

Tactical Code: White 167

Pilot: Lt. Cdr. Roger Hedrick (Ace - 12 Victories)

Unit: U.S. Navy VF-84 "Wolf Gang"

Carrier: USS Bunker Hill (CV-17)

Location: Pacific Theatre

Date/Period: February 1945

Scale: 1:48

Material: Diecast Metal

Features: Folding wings, opening canopy, optional landing gear positions, authentic VF-84 markings


Model Dimensions

Length: 8.25" or 21 cm

Wingspan: 10" or 25.4 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Good (6/10)

  • Paint wear is present in multiple areas, most noticeably on the topside and underside of the tail, visible as grey marks against the navy paint.
  • Some white paint is missing from the arrow marking on the tail.
  • Some glue residue is visible on the front section of the canopy plastic.
  • Wear is present to the underside of the fuselage.
  • Some paint bubbling is present towards the ends of the wings.

Box condition - Good (6/10)

  • Noticeable wear is present to the outside of the box.
  • There is a taped tear to the top corner of the inner display cardboard.
  • The plastic tray has cracks running from the bottom to the side, where a hole has also formed.
  • The model still sits in the tray correctly, but the tray may be more fragile and prone to further cracking.

Photographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.

Any imperfections are shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading tab for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

Condition

This model has sold. Its condition details have been removed because they described the specific item that was available. If another example becomes available, it will be inspected and listed with its own condition details and photographs.

Grading

Grading Criteria

Our grading is based mainly on the physical condition of the model itself, including paintwork, attached parts, repairs, visible wear and overall presentation. Box condition and missing separate accessories are noted separately where applicable.


Mint (10/10)
- As new, with no visible flaws to the model itself.


Near Mint (9/10)
- Very light signs of handling, storage or display only.


Excellent (8/10)
- Light wear or a few tiny marks, but still displays very well.


Very Good (7/10)
- Noticeable wear, small chips or rubs, but still presentable as a display piece.


Good (6/10)
- Obvious overall wear, visible marks or paint loss; better suited as a display or filler piece.


Fair (5/10)
- Heavy wear, larger areas of paint loss, repairs or clearly visible flaws.


Spares / Repairs (4/10 or below)
- Significant damage, missing attached parts, broken components or best suited for restoration/spares.


If a separate accessory, stand, leaflet, certificate or optional part is missing, this will be mentioned in the listing notes. The model may still receive a high grade if the model itself remains in strong condition.

For a full breakdown on how we grade models, please refer to our Condition Grading page.

Shipping

Dispatch & Tracking

Orders are dispatched on the next working day after they are placed. We do not dispatch orders on the same day.

If you would like us to hold your order for a later dispatch date, please add a note in the cart before proceeding to checkout, or contact us directly as soon as possible.

Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel on our 'Track Your Order' page.


UK Delivery

  • Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.

  • Tracked 24 — £5.20: Aims for the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £100 or more.

  • Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50: Guaranteed by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £200 or more.


International Delivery

We ship worldwide from the UK using tracked services, with parcels insured up to the full order value.

  • Europe: Usually 3–5 business days after dispatch.

  • Rest of the world: Usually 6–7 business days after dispatch.

 

Add your models to the cart and enter your address to see available services and prices. Postage is combined by weight when you purchase multiple models.

If you place separate orders before they have been dispatched, we will combine them where they can be packed safely together and refund any excess postage paid. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can identify the orders.


Import Duties & Taxes

For supported destinations, duties and taxes are shown and collected at checkout. These orders are sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due on delivery.

Duty-paid delivery is available where shown at checkout for the United States, Norway, Switzerland and selected European destinations. See our Shipping Policy for the full destination list.

If duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, your order is sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). You may need to pay import charges or carrier handling fees before delivery.


We wrap each model box in bubble wrap and use paper void fill inside a sturdy, double-walled shipping box. We may reuse boxes and bubble wrap where suitable, while ensuring your order is protected during transit.

Returns

Returns

You can return an item within 30 days of delivery, provided it is in the same condition as when you received it.

Returns are free for UK customers. Customers outside the UK are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe each item carefully so you can buy with confidence.

We inspect returned items before issuing a refund. For full details, please see our Returns Policy.

To start a return, email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under About & Help in the top menu.

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Description

The hard-hitting mount of a legendary "Wolf Gang" commander. This highly detailed 1:48 scale diecast model by Hobby Master (HA8206) replicates the Vought F4U Corsair "White 167," flown by Lt. Cdr. Roger Hedrick, Commanding Officer of USN squadron VF-84 "Wolf Gang," while operating from the aircraft carrier USS Bunker Hill in February 1945. Formed largely from veterans of the famous VF-17 "Jolly Rogers," VF-84 was designated as the Navy's premier day-fighter Corsair squadron. While flying from the Bunker Hill on February 25, 1945, Hedrick added to his impressive tally by destroying two Japanese "Franks" and a "Zero," bringing his final war record to 12 aircraft destroyed. Finished in a rich Gloss Sea Blue livery with contrasting bright yellow cowling accents and arrow carrier geometric identification tail marks, this model perfectly captures the late-war strike aesthetic of the iconic inverted gull-wing fighter.

Ideal for curators of Pacific Theatre carrier operations and U.S. Navy aviation history, this Air Power Series release serves as a definitive historical artifact of the final aerial pushes against the Japanese mainland. The large 1:48 scale model is engineered for exceptional accuracy, featuring positional folding wings for flight or carrier deck parking configuration, an opening canopy, optional landing gear positions, and a detailed cockpit with a pilot figure. This premium diecast metal model offers a sophisticated display presence for collectors prioritizing provenance and ace commander history, making it a premier acquisition for any gallery dedicated to pioneer aerospace engineering and the VF-84 legacy.


Fact Sheet

Brand: Hobby Master

Series: Air Power Series

Model code: HA8206

Aircraft: Vought F4U Corsair

Tactical Code: White 167

Pilot: Lt. Cdr. Roger Hedrick (Ace - 12 Victories)

Unit: U.S. Navy VF-84 "Wolf Gang"

Carrier: USS Bunker Hill (CV-17)

Location: Pacific Theatre

Date/Period: February 1945

Scale: 1:48

Material: Diecast Metal

Features: Folding wings, opening canopy, optional landing gear positions, authentic VF-84 markings


Model Dimensions

Length: 8.25" or 21 cm

Wingspan: 10" or 25.4 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Good (6/10)

  • Paint wear is present in multiple areas, most noticeably on the topside and underside of the tail, visible as grey marks against the navy paint.
  • Some white paint is missing from the arrow marking on the tail.
  • Some glue residue is visible on the front section of the canopy plastic.
  • Wear is present to the underside of the fuselage.
  • Some paint bubbling is present towards the ends of the wings.

Box condition - Good (6/10)

  • Noticeable wear is present to the outside of the box.
  • There is a taped tear to the top corner of the inner display cardboard.
  • The plastic tray has cracks running from the bottom to the side, where a hole has also formed.
  • The model still sits in the tray correctly, but the tray may be more fragile and prone to further cracking.

Photographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.

Any imperfections are shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading tab for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

Condition

This model has sold. Its condition details have been removed because they described the specific item that was available. If another example becomes available, it will be inspected and listed with its own condition details and photographs.

Grading

Grading Criteria

Our grading is based mainly on the physical condition of the model itself, including paintwork, attached parts, repairs, visible wear and overall presentation. Box condition and missing separate accessories are noted separately where applicable.


Mint (10/10)
- As new, with no visible flaws to the model itself.


Near Mint (9/10)
- Very light signs of handling, storage or display only.


Excellent (8/10)
- Light wear or a few tiny marks, but still displays very well.


Very Good (7/10)
- Noticeable wear, small chips or rubs, but still presentable as a display piece.


Good (6/10)
- Obvious overall wear, visible marks or paint loss; better suited as a display or filler piece.


Fair (5/10)
- Heavy wear, larger areas of paint loss, repairs or clearly visible flaws.


Spares / Repairs (4/10 or below)
- Significant damage, missing attached parts, broken components or best suited for restoration/spares.


If a separate accessory, stand, leaflet, certificate or optional part is missing, this will be mentioned in the listing notes. The model may still receive a high grade if the model itself remains in strong condition.

For a full breakdown on how we grade models, please refer to our Condition Grading page.

Shipping

Dispatch & Tracking

Orders are dispatched on the next working day after they are placed. We do not dispatch orders on the same day.

If you would like us to hold your order for a later dispatch date, please add a note in the cart before proceeding to checkout, or contact us directly as soon as possible.

Once dispatched, you can follow your parcel on our 'Track Your Order' page.


UK Delivery

  • Tracked 48 — £4.20: Usually 2–3 working days. Available on orders under £100.

  • Tracked 24 — £5.20: Aims for the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £100 or more.

  • Parcelforce expressAM — £9.50: Guaranteed by 12 noon on the next working day after dispatch. Free on orders of £200 or more.


International Delivery

We ship worldwide from the UK using tracked services, with parcels insured up to the full order value.

  • Europe: Usually 3–5 business days after dispatch.

  • Rest of the world: Usually 6–7 business days after dispatch.

 

Add your models to the cart and enter your address to see available services and prices. Postage is combined by weight when you purchase multiple models.

If you place separate orders before they have been dispatched, we will combine them where they can be packed safely together and refund any excess postage paid. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can identify the orders.


Import Duties & Taxes

For supported destinations, duties and taxes are shown and collected at checkout. These orders are sent using a duty-paid service where available, so no further import duties or taxes should be due on delivery.

Duty-paid delivery is available where shown at checkout for the United States, Norway, Switzerland and selected European destinations. See our Shipping Policy for the full destination list.

If duties and taxes are not collected at checkout, your order is sent Delivered Duties Unpaid (DDU). You may need to pay import charges or carrier handling fees before delivery.


We wrap each model box in bubble wrap and use paper void fill inside a sturdy, double-walled shipping box. We may reuse boxes and bubble wrap where suitable, while ensuring your order is protected during transit.

Returns

Returns

You can return an item within 30 days of delivery, provided it is in the same condition as when you received it.

Returns are free for UK customers. Customers outside the UK are responsible for return postage unless the item is faulty or not as described. We photograph and describe each item carefully so you can buy with confidence.

We inspect returned items before issuing a refund. For full details, please see our Returns Policy.

To start a return, email jay@thecollectablesvault.com or use the contact form under About & Help in the top menu.