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P-40E Kittyhawk Model, AVG, 76th FS - Corgi US35206
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Description
Corgi Legends Series Diecast Model
Curtiss P-40E Kittyhawk - “White 104”, Major Edward F. Rector, CO of the 76th FS, 23rd FG, American Volunteer Group, Kweilin, China, 1942
1:72 scale. Length: 5.5". Wingspan: 6.25"
Includes display stand
The Curtiss P-40 was a single-engine fighter and ground attack aircraft that first flew in 1938. It was used by the air forces of 28 nations, including most of the Allied powers during WWII. By November 1944, when production of the P-40 ceased, 13,738 had been built.
The P-40's legacy will always be as the aircraft flown by Claire Chennault's American Volunteer Group (A.V.G or also known as the Flying Tigers). 100 P-40's (considered obsolete) were given to the Chinese in 1941. In approximately 6 months of combat the AVG officially destroyed 297 planes with another 153 probables. All of this was accomplished with the loss of only 12 P-40s
Corgi is a leading manufacturer of high quality, pre-built, diecast model airplanes. Each model is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, using specifications of the original aircraft. Corgi models are constructed with precision-made diecast metal and some plastic components.
The models in the Corgi Legends series feature realistic panel lines, detailed cockpit with pilot figure, historically accurate markings and fixed position landing gear with rotating wheels.
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