{"product_id":"curtiss-p-40e-hawk-aircraft-china-burma-india-theater-1942-united-states-army-air-forces-1-72-diecast-model-airplane","title":"Curtiss P-40E hawk  Aircraft \"China-Burma-India Theater\" (1942) United States Army Air Forces 1\/72 Diecast Model Airplane","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand new 1\/72 scale diecast airplane model of Curtiss P-40E hawk  Aircraft \"China-Burma-India Theater\" (1942) United States Army Air Forces die cast model.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand new box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed exterior.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue-to-scale detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes with a display stand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis model does not have any openings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer's original unopened packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade of diecast metal with some plastic parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions approximately Length- 5.25, Wingspan- 6 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color -  #ff0000;\"\u003eHISTORY ASPECTS - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Curtiss P-40E hawk was a critical asset for the U.S. Army Air Forces during the early stages of World  II, particularly in the China-Burma-India (CBI) Theater. Introduced as an upgraded version of the P-40 series, the P-40E featured a more powerful Allison V-1710 engine and improved armament, including six .50 caliber machine s. Though it was outclassed by more modern s later in the , the P-40E earned a solid reputation for ruggedness, firepower, and its ability to perform in harsh and remote environments.\u003cbr\u003eIn the CBI Theater, the P-40E was flown by both regular U.S. Army Air Forces squadrons and the famous American Volunteer Group—the \"Flying Tigers\"—whose shark-mouthed P-40s became legendary symbols of American resistance. Operating out of crude airfields in India and China, the hawk played a vital role in defending Allied supply lines over the Hump, providing air cover for the construction of the Ledo Road, and engaging Japanese s and bombers in dogfights over the jungles and mountains of Southeast Asia. Its performance at medium and low altitudes made it particularly effective in ground- roles and close air support missions.\u003cbr\u003eDespite facing more agile Japanese s like the Nakajima Ki-43 and Mitsubishi A6M Zero, the P-40E's durability and firepower allowed Allied pilots to hold their own. The hawk’s contribution in the CBI Theater helped slow Japanese expansion and support Chinese resistance forces during a critical phase of the . The aircraft’s role in one of the most logistically challenging and geopolitically complex regions underscored its adaptability and the resolve of the airmen who flew it.\u003cbr\u003eBring home a piece of time aviation history with this beautifully crafted 1 - 72 scale model. Featuring authentic markings, realistic detailing, and the iconic shark mouth nose art, this replica is a must-have for WWII collectors and aviation enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"2736","offers":[{"title":"multicolor","offer_id":43471802531900,"sku":"5297ede5-96a0-4377-82a3-8c4a7012baae","price":73.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0291\/4536\/6588\/files\/5ee6f94b5f5e4b7f9486028277c98627.jpg?v=1757008518","url":"https:\/\/shop.simon.com\/products\/curtiss-p-40e-hawk-aircraft-china-burma-india-theater-1942-united-states-army-air-forces-1-72-diecast-model-airplane","provider":"ShopSimon","version":"1.0","type":"link"}