Italeri 1/48 Scale P-40E/K Kittyhawk Plastic Model Kit

Build your static model fleet with the 1/48 Scale P-40E/K Kittyhawk Plastic Model Kit. Based on the design of the previous single-seat radial engine fighter Curtiss P-36, the Curtiss P-40 become one of the most famous and widely used aircraft of the Second World War. Between 1941 and 1944 the aircraft played a key role in many operational theaters from North Africa to Italy, from China to the South Pacific. Characterized by a very robust and reliable aerodynamic structure, the Curtiss P-40 was equipped with an Allison V-12 engine, capable of delivering more than 1,150 HP.

The Curtiss P-40 was able to reach a top speed of 580kph. It served as air superiority fighter and fighter bomber. One of the most successful version was the P-40E, used by U.S. fighter squadrons and, as Kittyhawk by Commonwealth Air Forces, the P-40E was heavily armed with six 12.7 mm. M2 Browning machine guns installed in the wings.

Thanks to the P-40's under wings hard points it was able to carry almost 900Kg of weaponry, it was also able to satisfy close air support duties.

The Italeri range of kits are manufactured from tough styrene plastic and provide a high level of scale detail.

Specs:
Scale: 1/48
Material: Styrene plastic

Please Note: Paints, adhesives and cutting tools are not included.