F-9F2 Panther

F-9F2 Panther

Detailed 1-200 scale 3D printed aircraft representing the U.S. Korean War-era configuration and loadout stated in the product title.

Available Scales

• 1-200

• 1-300

• 1-285 Print on Demand

• 1-144 Print on Demand

Historical Context

The Grumman F9F-2 Panther was primarily used by the US Navy and Marine Corps as their main carrier-based fighter and ground-attack aircraft during the Korean War (1950–1953). It was also operated by the Argentine Navy. 

Key Operational Details:

• Korean War Action: The F9F-2 logged over 78,000 sorties, providing close air support and interdiction missions.

• Combat Firsts: It was the first Navy jet to engage in combat (July 3, 1950) and achieved the first Navy jet-to-jet air-to-air kill.

• Carriers and Bases: Operated from carriers like the USS Valley Forge (CV-45), USS Leyte (CV-32), and USS Boxer (CVA 21), as well as land bases in Korea such as K-3 (Pohang).

• Famous Pilots: Flown by future astronauts John Glenn and Neil Armstrong.

• Argentine Usage: The Argentine Navy utilized them, with some participating in a 1963 revolt. 

The Panther was heavily relied upon for its durability, serving as a ground-attack platform to support soldiers on the ground.

This is an ErikGen design. We are an approved printer for EriKGen designs. His exquisite STLs can be purchased and self printed here: EriKGen Designs

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Flight Deck Decals 3D prints are created for gamers and modelers who expect exquisite detail, highest quality, and models that are ready to paint and put on the table.

• Most aircraft are available in 1-300, 1-285, 1-200, and 1-144 scales

• Printed using Flight Deck Decals' premium proprietary resin, created specifically for miniature aircraft

• Excellent paint and primer adhesion compared with many lower-cost resins

• Produced on high-resolution 8K or greater resin printers for exceptional detail and smooth layer reproduction

• Fine, crisp surface detail with clean panel lines and scale-appropriate features

• Carefully printed and inspected with the same attention to detail that has defined Flight Deck Decals for more than 10 years

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