Designed to replace F4F "Wildcat". The first prototype flew in June 1942. First engaged in combat against the Japanese in August 1943. 12275 machines were built by November 1945.

Engine: 1 x Pratt & Whitney R-2800-10W Double Wasp, 1491kW
Armament: 6 x 12.7mm MG, 2 x 454kg bombs or 6 x 127mm missiles

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