The Story
Known to Commonwealth forces as the Kittyhawk, the Curtiss P40 was armed with six 12.7 mm machine guns and could carry up to 900 kgs of bombs. The P40 series saw extensive service in many theatres, including North Africa, Italy, China and the South Pacific.
This 1:72 scale plastic model kit includes RAAF markings for 80 Squadron, New Guinea, 1945 ("Cleopatra III" flown by Sqn Ldr Geoff Atherton, DFC).
1:72 scale plastic model kit. Assembly and painting required. Glue and paints not included. Suitable for modellers aged 14 upwards.
(Archival photo shows "Cleopatra III" at Wama Airstrip, Morotai Island, Netherlands East Indies, 1945. AWM OG3411)
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
Known to Commonwealth forces as the Kittyhawk, the Curtiss P40 was armed with six 12.7 mm machine guns and could carry up to 900 kgs of bombs. The P40 series saw extensive service in many theatres, including North Africa, Italy, China and the South Pacific.
This 1:72 scale plastic model kit includes RAAF markings for 80 Squadron, New Guinea, 1945 ("Cleopatra III" flown by Sqn Ldr Geoff Atherton, DFC).
1:72 scale plastic model kit. Assembly and painting required. Glue and paints not included. Suitable for modellers aged 14 upwards.
(Archival photo shows "Cleopatra III" at Wama Airstrip, Morotai Island, Netherlands East Indies, 1945. AWM OG3411)
