Curtiss Tomahawk Mk II

RAF No.250 (Sudan) Sqn, AK498, Clive Caldwell, North Africa, 1942

Hobby Master 1:48 HA9206

In 1942, Clive Caldwell, Australia's top WWII fighter ace, flew the Curtiss P-40 Tomahawk in North Africa with the RAF's No. 112 Squadron. Known for its shark-mouth nose art, the Tomahawk was rugged and reliable, though outclassed by German Bf 109s. Caldwell skillfully exploited its strengths - excellent diving speed and durability - earning several kills during this period. His aggressive tactics and gunnery skill made him a respected and feared pilot. Despite early aircraft limitations, Caldwell adapted quickly to desert warfare, becoming a key figure in the air campaign over Libya and Egypt, boosting morale and proving the value of Allied airpower

Curtiss Tomahawk Mk II
Designed to meet a USAAC requirement for a pursuit aircraft, the P-40 Warhawk was first flown on October 14th, 1938. This aircraft was tough, virtually trouble-free and saw continual improvements to arms, armor and engines. The P-40 served in numerous combat areas; often outclassed by its adversaries in speed, maneuverability and rate of climb, it earned a reputation for extreme ruggedness. Its strong construction, heavy firepower, and ability to dive enabled it to compete with enemy fighters, and it was a formidable ground-attack aircraft. P-40s were also flown by the famed Flying Tigers against the Japanese in China.

Hobby Master "1:48 Air Power Series" diecast airplanes feature:

• Molded metal construction with plastic components.
• Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
• Inscriptions and posters printed with a stamp that do not fade or fall off like decals.
• opening of awnings, revealing detailed within the cockpit.
• Extended / retracted interchangeable landing gear.
• Display stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
• Authentic detachable artillery cargoes complete with placards.