F3F Biplane (1:72 Scale)

The F3F was a carrier-based biplane fighter developed by Grumman in the mid-1930s for the U.S. Navy. It featured a rugged design and was powered by a Pratt & Whitney R-1830 radial engine, allowing it to reach speeds of around 330 mph.

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How to assemble

 

This model requires glue to assemble. Refer to the images if you are having trouble with assembly.

Use pliers, a knife, or wire cutters to remove parts from their supports. Exercise caution, since some parts are small and can be easily broken.

Sandpaper may also be required, depending on the quality of your printer.

1. Connect the 4 sticks to the top of the fuselage in front of the cockpit. The holes are angled, so if it is not going in, try different angles until you get the correct one. 
2. Connect the bottom wings into the slots on the fuselage. Ensure the top surface, which has triangular markings on the wings, is facing upwards. (Glue may be required depending on your printer and filament, but I was able to do without on this step)
3. Connect the small tail wheel in the slot provided underneath the back of the fuselage. A small amount of sanding may be required for a good fit.
4. Connect the front landing gear into the holes on the sides at the front of the fuselage.
5. Connect the engine component to the front of the fuselage. Ensure the supports are removed from the back of the engine where it contacts the fuselage. (Use a knife) Glue is required for this step.
6. (Optional) glue the propeller onto the engine using the hole to guide placement. Or you can leave it unglued to spin it or remove it to simulate flight.
7. Connect the top wing using the 4 sticks you attached to the top of the fuselage. Holes may have support material in them, remove it with a knife. Don't glue it this will be important in the next step.
8. now the hard part, connecting the N-supports. the N supports are asymmetric, and the bottom surface of it should be flat when the support is angled out. Connect the supports one at a time, using glue on both the top and bottom connection points. There is a small connection point on the bottom of the top wing, make sure you remove the support material from it. (It may be hard to locate, use the images above to assist you.) If you are having trouble, slightly lift the top wing off the sticks to give more room to fit the supports. The supports should be angled out as shown in the images. Strong glue is important in this step.
9. Done!