Celebrate the legendary courage of WWII naval aviators with this exquisite Franklin Mint Armour Collection F6F-5 Hellcat “Lulubelle”.
A finely crafted 1:48 scale die-cast replica, this collectible honors Lt. Alexander Vraciu, U.S. Navy ace of the Pacific Theater, credited with 19 confirmed aerial victories. The model features the historically accurate “Lulubelle” nose art and victory markings, meticulously replicated from the original aircraft.
Part of Franklin Mint’s Precision Models series, this aircraft is expertly hand-assembled, hand-painted, and finished to museum standards.
The piece remains new in its original packaging, never displayed or removed except for photography. Includes original foam casing, certificate portfolio, and factory seal.
Features
Aircraft: F6F-5 Hellcat “Lulubelle”
Pilot: Lt. Alexander Vraciu, U.S. Navy Ace (19 victories)
Scale: 1:48
Hand-detailed markings with victory flags and “Lulubelle” insignia
Original collector’s box, foam insert, and Franklin Mint portfolio
Condition: New in Box – never displayed
Manufacturer: Franklin Mint Precision Models / Armour Collection
Era: WWII U.S. Navy
Item Number: B11B810
Celebrate the legendary courage of WWII naval aviators with this exquisite Franklin Mint Armour Collection F6F-5 Hellcat “Lulubelle”.
A finely crafted 1:48 scale die-cast replica, this collectible honors Lt. Alexander Vraciu, U.S. Navy ace of the Pacific Theater, credited with 19 confirmed aerial victories. The model features the historically accurate “Lulubelle” nose art and victory markings, meticulously replicated from the original aircraft.
Part of Franklin Mint’s Precision Models series, this aircraft is expertly hand-assembled, hand-painted, and finished to museum standards.
The piece remains new in its original packaging, never displayed or removed except for photography. Includes original foam casing, certificate portfolio, and factory seal.
Features
Aircraft: F6F-5 Hellcat “Lulubelle”
Pilot: Lt. Alexander Vraciu, U.S. Navy Ace (19 victories)
Scale: 1:48
Hand-detailed markings with victory flags and “Lulubelle” insignia
Original collector’s box, foam insert, and Franklin Mint portfolio
Condition: New in Box – never displayed
Manufacturer: Franklin Mint Precision Models / Armour Collection
Era: WWII U.S. Navy
Item Number: B11B810
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