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| | Code: LG-14623LB 
Price: $49.95
Status: New Item In Stock
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| Legion Models 1:72 Aircraft 14623LB
Curtiss P-40B Warhawk Diecast Model
AVG Flying Tigers 1st PS Adam and Eve, White 5, Charles Bond, Loiwing, China, 1942 | Limited Edition
700
Pieces Worldwide |
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| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Curtiss P-40B Warhawk | | 5.5" | | 6.25" |
The American Volunteer Group (AVG), famously known as the Flying Tigers, was a unit of the Republic of China Air Force, recruited from U.S. aviators to fight against Japan before America entered World War II. Flying shark-mouthed P-40 Warhawks, they achieved remarkable success in 1941 - 1942, destroying far more enemy aircraft than they lost. Led by Claire Chennault, their bravery and skill boosted Chinese morale and became legendary. The unit disbanded in mid-1942, with many members joining the U.S. Army Air Forces. Charles Bond was credited with shooting down several Japanese aircraft during missions over China and Burma. Known for his bravery and flying skill, he later served in the U.S. Air Force, eventually rising to the rank of brigadier general. Bond remained a celebrated WWII ace. 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. © Copyright 2003-2026 The Flying Mule, Inc. The Legion Models 1:72 Aircraft range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aicraft in 1:72 scale. Legion Models diecast airplanes feature: - Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear.
- Fixed display stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Detailed pilots and crew members.
- Spinning propellers.
- Authentic ordnance loads.
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