MMP Books 49531 Single No. 37 Hawker Hurricane IIb EN – Compendium for Modelers and Aviation Historians

Category: Modeling Publication / Aircraft Monograph
Scales presented in this publication: 1/72 and 1/48
Publisher: MMP Books
Title: Single No. 37 Hawker Hurricane IIb EN

The publication “MMP Books 49531 Single No. 37 Hawker Hurricane IIb EN” is a high-quality edition aimed at advanced modelers as well as military aviation history enthusiasts. The book presents one of the most famous World War II fighters – the Hawker Hurricane in the IIb version, focusing on its service in the Soviet Air Forces (VVS USSR).

Historical Overview and Deployment

The Hawker Hurricane Mk IIb is a British fighter aircraft produced by Hawker Aircraft and widely used during World War II, especially in the years 1941-1945. The IIb version, equipped with 12 Browning machine guns and the ability to carry bombs, proved to be extremely versatile. The Luftwaffe played a key role during the Battle of Britain, but the IIb version was also used on the Eastern Front – hundreds of examples were delivered to the USSR as part of the Lend-Lease program. There, they served in combat against the Luftwaffe on various fronts, from Moscow to Crimea.

Contents of the Book and Modeling Value

• Accurate 4-view color profiles of Hawker Hurricane IIb used by the VVS USSR – unique liveries beyond standard RAF versions.
• Detailed plans in 1/72 and 1/48 scale – an invaluable aid for building plastic models and enhancing details.
• Technical drawings based on original service manuals and military documentation.
• High-resolution detail photos – both historical B&W, and modern color images, making it easier to recreate cockpit, landing gear, and armament details.
• English captions, understandable to a wide audience.

Material and Purpose

The book is printed on high-quality paper, with rich graphic content. It serves as an excellent guide for modelers building both plastic and resin models in 1/72 and 1/48 scales, ensuring historical accuracy and perfect reproduction of details.

Evaluation and Recommendation

I recommend this publication to every modeler interested in WWII fighters or USSR aviation. The difficulty level of recreating the presented details (especially in scratch-built or heavily modified models) is rated at 3/5 – the book delivers professional sources and inspiration for all modeling projects.