MAQUETTE À MONTER - USAAF P-40N "Battle of Imphal" Academy | N° 12341 | 1:48
Prix régulier 25,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Scale | 1/48 |
| Manufacturer | Academy |
| Size of the box | 30 x 20 x 6 cm |
| EAN | 8809258923688 |
Description
The Curtiss P-40N Warhawk was the final and most refined production version of the famous P-40 fighter series, developed to improve performance and extend service life during World War II. Introduced in 1943, the P-40N featured weight-reduction measures, including a lighter structure and simplified equipment, which improved climb rate and handling compared to earlier variants. It was powered by the Allison V-1710 engine and armed with six .50 caliber machine guns in the wings, giving it solid firepower for air combat and ground attack. While it could not match newer high-altitude fighters, the P-40N proved rugged, reliable, and easy to maintain. It served extensively with U.S. forces and Allied air arms in the Pacific, China-Burma-India, and Mediterranean theaters, where its durability and versatility made it a respected frontline fighter.
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