1:48 Curtiss 'Tomahawk' Mk.II B Fighter

The Curtiss Tomahawk Mk.IIB is a plastic kit of the British version of an American fighter in 1:48 scale, with photo-etched parts and resin.

Scale1:48
Manufacturer Bronco
Product EAN8591111050975

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35.16 €
29.06 € without VAT
In stock
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Curtiss Tomahawk Mk.IIB 1:48 — Bronco

An injection-molded plastic kit of the Curtiss Tomahawk Mk.IIB fighter, that is the British version of the American P-40 type, in 1:48 scale from Bronco. The box holds over a hundred and fifty parts in medium gray plastic, nine clear parts, a small photo-etched fret and a cast resin pilot figure. The decal sheet covers six Royal Air Force machines.

The real subject

Tomahawk was the British designation for the early versions of the American Curtiss P-40 fighter. The machine had an Allison engine with a characteristic angular cowling and a large radiator under the nose; it was notable for its solid structure and good speed near the ground, but high-altitude performance was something it lacked. That is exactly why Tomahawks were used mainly in North Africa in the fighter-bomber role and for direct support of ground forces, where high altitude was not called for.

Building and painting tips

According to reviews the cockpit opening on this mold is low and not deep enough compared with the real aircraft; anyone who wants accuracy should reckon with a modification or an aftermarket set. The fabric covering of the tail surfaces has more pronounced sag between the ribs than is actually the case on the real aircraft, and it can be eased by sanding back. Wash the mold release agent off the cast pilot figure and glue it with cyanoacrylate. Lay the decals over a gloss base and work with them carefully, as some builders report that they are brittle.

Who the model is for

  • Collectors of British fighters in 1:48 scale
  • Modelers of the fighting in North Africa
  • Builders who want a pilot figure in the box
  • More experienced modelers, because of the cockpit modifications

The model is supplied unassembled and unpainted. Glue, paints and accessories are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.

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FAQ

The British designation for the early versions of the American Curtiss P-40 fighter.

Six, all of them for Royal Air Force machines.

Yes, cast in resin. Wash the mold release agent off it before gluing and use cyanoacrylate.

Reviewers point out a cockpit that is not deep enough and more pronounced sag of the fabric covering on the tail surfaces than is actually the case on the real aircraft.

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1:48 Curtiss 'Tomahawk' Mk.II B Fighter

The Curtiss Tomahawk Mk.IIB is a plastic kit of the British version of an American fighter in 1:48 scale, with photo-etched parts and resin.
In stock
35.16 €
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