Osprey Modelling 15 : Modelling the P-40 : Hawk 81, Tomahawk, Warhawk and Kittyhawk

The P-40 was a dependable warhorse that provided valuable service throughout World War II. The earliest operational variants were used to great effect by the famous 'Flying Tigers' in China, and the P-40 went on to serve in almost every theatre of the war. Modellers are well served with P-40 variants from major manufacturers and after-market companies, and this book helps make the most of the products available. The projects featured in clear step-by-step detail include a 1/32 'Flying Tiger' P-40B, an RAAF Kittyhawk Mk. IV in 1/48, a TP-40N two-seat trainer in 1/48, and an RAF Desert Kittyhawk in 1/72 scale. Superb colour reference photographs and detailed lists of kits and accessories available round off this authoritative treatment. Text by Brett Green.

Contents

• Introduction
• The P-40N in Detail
• P-40B 'Flying Tiger' 1/32nd
• 'Kiwi' Kittyhawk Mk. Ia 1/48th
• RAAF Kittyhawk Mk. IV 'Black Magic' 1/48th
• French P-40F, North Africa 1/48th
• A Warhawk Built for Two - TP-40N Trainer 1/48th
• RAF Desert Kittyhawk Mk. Ia 1/72nd
• Further Reading and Websites
• Index