MAQUETTE À MONTER - P-40E/K - Kittyhawk Italeri | N° 2717 | 1:48
Prix régulier 20,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Scale | 1:48 |
| Manufacturer | ITALERI |
| Size of the box | 33 x 24 x 5 cm |
| EAN | 8001283027175 |
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 fighters utilized by U.S. forces during the Second World War. Between 1941 and 1944 he also played a key role in many operational theaters from North Africa to China and the South Pacific. Characterized by a very robust and reliable aerodynamic structure, the Curtiss P-40 was equipped with an Allison V12 engine capable of providing more than 1,150 HP. Thanks to it, the Curtiss P-40 was able to reach the speed of 580 km/h. It served as air superiority fighter and fighter bomber and, thanks to its great versatility, it was used by U.S. fighter squadrons and, as Kittyhawk, by Commonwealth Air Forces, the P-40E was heavily armed with 6 machine guns installed in the wings. Performing machine guns installed in the wings, able to carry nearly 900 kg. of bombs, it was also able to satisfy close air support duties. 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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