The Curtiss P-40 was the only USAAF fighter available in quantity when the US entered WWII in 1941. By that time, the aircraft was almost obsolete compared to its adversaries, but soldiered on throughout the war as various improvements were made in its design. The P-40M and N variants were the last production models are were developed in an attempt to overcome some of the performance deficiencies of the aircraft. The P-40N in particular underwent a major program of weight reduction, and as a result was the fastest and most agile of the P-40 series. The N-model also featured improved rear visibility through a redesigned rear canopy. Both the M and N models served with the USAAF and its allies in WWI.

FEATURES -
Detailed 1/72nd scale kit for static display only.
59 parts in light grey and clear with fine recessed panel lines.
Detailed wheel wells and landing gear.
Optional canopies for M and N versions may be posed open or closed.
Cockpit features instrument panel, seat and control stick.
One drop tank and one bomb included.
Detailed nose radiator assembly and exhaust stacks are separate to facilitate painting.

REQUIRES - Hobby knife, paint brushes, paint, sandpaper, liquid plastic cement, white glue, thick plastic cement and adult supervision.

Finished model measures 5.2 inches long and has a 6.22 inch wingspan.

1/72 Scale

Suitable for ages 10 and up. Adult supervision is recommended.