{"product_id":"70667-hasegawa-07516-p-40n-warhawk-natural-metal-aces-148","title":"Hasegawa 07516 P-40N Warhawk « As en métal naturel » 1\/48","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eHasegawa 07516 P-40N Warhawk 'Natural Metal Aces' 1\/48 – plastic fighter aircraft model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Hasegawa 07516 P-40N Warhawk 'Natural Metal Aces' model in 1\/48 scale is a high-quality plastic model kit from the renowned Japanese company Hasegawa, accurately replicating one of the most famous American fighter aircraft of World War II. This kit is primarily dedicated to modelers who expect detailed parts, excellent fit, and an interesting natural aluminium finish, inspired by aircraft flown by Allied fighter aces.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eTechnical information about the kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/48\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Hasegawa\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCategory: plastic model kit (fighter aircraft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe kit DOES NOT include glue or paints, and requires assembly and painting\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIncludes decals for several ‘Natural Metal Aces’ painting versions\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNumber of parts: about 100\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical overview of the Curtiss P-40N Warhawk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Curtiss P-40N Warhawk is an American single-seat fighter with an inline engine, widely used during World War II. This aircraft served with the United States Air Force and many Allied nations, including Great Britain, Australia, New Zealand, the Soviet Union, China, and Canada. The P-40N variant was distinguished by its lighter construction thanks in part to reduced armament and new technical solutions, which allowed for better performance at high altitudes. Warhawks were widely used on all World War II fronts in 1943-1945 as escort fighters, interceptors, and in ground attack missions. They are known for their participation in battles in the Pacific, the Asian mainland, as well as in the North African campaign.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eDetails of the Hasegawa 07516 kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePrecisely reproduced panel lines and cockpit elements, allowing for realistic interior painting\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMovable parts: possibility to set various control surfaces and flaps positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDetailed armament: Browning machine guns, engine covers, and detailed landing gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDecals for ace aircraft in metallic finish – wide variety of marking options\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eProduct evaluation and recommendation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Hasegawa P-40N Warhawk 'Natural Metal Aces' 1\/48 is an excellent choice for intermediate and advanced modelers looking for high detail and history in miniature. Due to the moderate level of complexity, I rate the model at 3\/5 in terms of build difficulty. I recommend it to WWII aviation enthusiasts, collectors of Allied aircraft, and anyone who appreciates realistic reproduction and interesting metallic paint schemes. The kit does not include resin or photo-etched parts, but the plastic itself offers outstanding quality and precision.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hasegawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54739156271438,"sku":"HA07516","price":35.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/73becfe93bb53b9fb1aa3a045f908cb6.jpg?v=1755842046","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.fr\/en\/products\/70667-hasegawa-07516-p-40n-warhawk-natural-metal-aces-148","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}