Trumpeter 03227 P-40F War Hawk 1/32 is a high-quality plastic scale model kit representing the legendary American fighter aircraft from the Second World War. The model is faithfully reproduced in a large and impressive 1:32 scale, allowing for a very detailed presentation of both the aircraft’s silhouette and its intricate structural details.

The P-40F War Hawk was an extremely important part of the Allied air force. The aircraft was developed as an upgraded version of the earlier Curtiss P-40, equipped with a new Rolls-Royce Merlin 28 engine, imported from the United States. This was intended to improve altitude performance, but the War Hawk delivered its best results at low altitudes, where it could compete with German Messerschmitt Bf-109s. The model reproduces a variant used mainly on the European fronts, especially by the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) and the Free French forces.

• Period of use: Second World War (main use: 1942-1943)
• Countries of operation: USA, France (Free French)
• Examples of use: Combat over France, Tunisia, and operations on the North African front
• Length of assembled model: 302.7 mm
• Wingspan: 357.4 mm
• Number of parts: over 140
• Number of sprues: 9
• Additions: photo-etched parts (2 pieces) enhancing the detail level of the cockpit and other sections
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Release date: October 2018
• Category: plastic airplane model kit

The Trumpeter 03227 P-40F War Hawk in 1/32 scale perfectly captures the original lines and distinctive design features. Thanks to a high level of detail and the inclusion of photo-etched parts, this kit is a great choice for both intermediate and advanced modellers: it allows you to create a realistic, large-scale replica. It is also an excellent starting point for all kinds of conversions and model work for history, aviation, and WWII enthusiasts.

We recommend this model to every modeller looking for a challenge and an impressive display piece. Both aircraft modelling fans and historic vehicle collectors will appreciate it. Difficulty level: 3/5 – recommended for intermediate modellers.