MAQUETTE À MONTER - P-40 E/K Kittyhawk Italeri | N° 2795 | 1:48
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Characteristics
| Scale | 1:48 |
| Manufacturer | ITALERI |
| Size of the box | 33 x 24 x 5 cm |
| EAN | 8001283027953 |
Description
Based on the design of the previous single-seat radial engine fighter Curtiss P-36, the Curtiss P-40 has become one of the most famous and used aircraft of the Second World War. It was deployed by the U.S.A.A.F. in all operational theaters from North Africa to Italy, from China to the South Pacific. Characterized by a very reliable aerodynamic structure, the Curtiss P-40 was equipped with an Allison V-12 engine, capable of delivering more than 1,150 HP. Thanks to this, the P-40 was able to reach the speed of 580 km/h. It served as air superiority fighter and fighter bomber. One of the most successful version was the P-40E. Kittyhawk, by Commonwealth Air Forces, the P-40E was heavily armed with six 12.7 mm. M2 Browning machine guns installed in the wings. Furthermore, thanks to its under wings hardpoints, able to carry nearly 900 Kg of bombs, it was also able to satisfy close air support duties.
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