Airfix 1/72 Curtiss P-40B Warhawk Plastic Model Kit

Airfix 1/72 Curtiss P-40B Warhawk Plastic Model Kit

$16.99

Description

During the early war years when the RAF were desperate for additional modern fighter types, the Curtiss-Wright Corporation of America supplied them with export versions of their new P-40B fighter, a capable performer at lower altitudes. 

The Desert Air Force adorned their aircraft with fearsome shark mouths, making these some of the most famous aircraft of the entire war.

This eye-catching military aircraft is now available in plastic model kit form, bringing you building joy in 1/72 scale.

What's Inside

Plastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.

This striking 1:72 scale model kit allows you to recreate the Curtiss P-40B Warhawk with 47 intricately moulded components., this Skill Level 1 kit includes a wingspan of 158mm and provides two genuine livery options to embody the essence of this renowned fighter.

Key Features

  • 1:72 scale model featuring 47 detailed plastic components
  • Includes two genuine Desert Air Force paint options
  • Skill Level 1 - ideal for beginners and young enthusiasts
  • Completed wingspan measures 158mm
  • Iconic shark mouth nose art available

History

In the early years of the war, the RAF urgently needed more modern fighter aircraft. The Curtiss-Wright Corporation of America responded by supplying export versions of their new P-40B fighter, which performed well at lower altitudes. The Desert Air Force decorated these aircraft with intimidating shark mouth designs, making them some of the most recognisable planes of the war, especially over North Africa and the Mediterranean.

Key Specifications

  • Skill Level: 1

Full Specifications

Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)13.5
Item Width - Without Packaging (cm)15.8
Item Scale1:72 Scale
Contents (what's in the box) setsPlastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.
Number of Scheme options2
Flying Hours1
Wingspan (mm)158

(THIS IS A PRE-ORDER ITEM)

Specifications

Brand Airfix

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