Oxford Diecast Oxford Aviation AC127
Curtiss P-40F Warhawk Diecast Model
USAAF 79th FG, 85th FS, Miss Memphis, North Africa, 1943 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Curtiss P-40F Warhawk | | 5.5" | | 6.25" |
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The 79th Fighter Group, part of the U.S. Army Air Forces, played a pivotal role in North Africa during World War II, flying the Curtiss P-40 Warhawk. Arriving in the region in late 1942, the group supported the Allied advance against Axis forces, providing close air support, bomber escort, and engaging enemy aircraft. The 79th FG earned a reputation for resilience under challenging conditions. Operating from forward bases in Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya, they contributed significantly to the eventual Allied victory in North Africa, showcasing the P-40's rugged dependability. 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 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc. The Oxford Diecast "Oxford Aviation" range presents affordable, ready made diecast models of military aircraft. Oxford Diecast "Oxford Aviation" diecast airplanes feature: - Diecast metal and plastic construction.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Permanently retracted landing gear.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Fixed, non-spinning plastic propellers.
- No pilot figures.
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