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The first orders for France and Great Britain were not fully delivered, some of them were transferred directly to the US forces fighting in the Pacific and North Africa. With the advent of more effective aircraft types, more than half of the 9,558 produced Cobras were sent under Lend-Lease to the Soviet Union, where the aircraft performed excellently: battles were fought at the low altitude for which the Airacobra was best suited. Of the top 10 Soviet aces, half flew Airacobras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe most widely produced, in almost 5 thousand copies, and at the same time, the ultimate version of the Airacobra was the P-39Q. The plane was powered by a 1,200 hp Allison engine and differed from the previous versions by armament reinforced with two 0.50-inch machine guns in the underwing fairings. Most of the aeroplanes of this version went to the USSR, where they were used by, among others, the most outstanding pilots of the elite guard units. 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Cdt. Jean Machet de la Martinière, GC 1\/4 Navarre commander. Reghaia airbase, Algeria, March 1944.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eP-39N Airacobra Fighter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe P-39 Airacobra is one of the most interesting and innovative fighters of World War II - Bell designers equipped it with a front wheel, an engine in the centre of gravity of the airframe and a solid 37 mm cannon. The engine was originally equipped with a turbo-supercharger, which provided the prototype flown in the spring of 1939 with excellent performance at high altitudes. However, US aviation officials preferred less-complex propulsion, fit to operate at a lower altitude. The implementation of Airacobra into mass production and combat units coincided with the rapidly changing circumstances related to the outbreak of war in Europe, and then on the Eastern and Pacific fronts. The first orders for France and Great Britain were not fully delivered, some of them were transferred directly to the US forces fighting in the Pacific and North Africa. With the advent of more effective aircraft types, more than half of the 9,558 produced Cobras were sent under Lend-Lease to the Soviet Union, where the aircraft performed excellently: battles were fought at the low altitude for which the Airacobra was best suited. Of the top 10 Soviet aces, half flew Airacobras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to constant modifications resulting from both operational and purely technological needs, the first truly mass-produced version of the aircraft was only the P-39N. Over 2,000 Airacobras N were built, and used by the US Air Force in the Pacific, Africa and Europe, the French and Italians, but more than half went to the USSR, where the most outstanding aces of the elite Guards regiments flew them and achieved victories. 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The model includes a 3D-printed set featuring two cameras and a template to help cut an opening in the fuselage underside for mounting.\u003cbr\u003e\nKit contents:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003ePlastic parts for model assembly\u003cbr\u003e\n    Masks for canopy and wheels\u003cbr\u003e\n    3D-printed cameras with mounting template\u003cbr\u003e\n    Decals with three marking options\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFree 3D file for self-printing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eQR code and link in the kit instructions to download free 3D file with accessories for self-printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e3D file includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eseat with harness,\u003cbr\u003e\n    cockpit levers,\u003cbr\u003e\n    machine gun locks,\u003cbr\u003e\n    barrels,\u003cbr\u003e\n    exhaust stacks suitable for both P-39N and Q\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eColour and Marking Variants:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eP-39Q-6 Airacobra 42-19622. 4th Recconnaisance Squadron, 6th Air Force, Puerto Rico, October 1943\u003cbr\u003e\n    P-39Q-6 Airacobra, 82nd TRS, 71st Tactical Reconnaissance Group, pilot: Lt. 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Matches all the basic historical types of US-made escort carriers of World War II, used massively, also by Great Britain, in the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian Ocean, Mediterranean and in Arctic convoys. Included is a link to a free download of files to self-printing on a 3D printer accessory parts: arrestor cable mounts, different versions of wheel chocks, a bomb carriage. Once painted and possibly accompanied by pilot and crew figures, it makes an attractive and easy-to-make diorama.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAttention! Aeroplane kit not included!\u003cbr\u003e\nEscort aircraft carriers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEscort aircraft carriers, although smaller and less heavily armed than “real” fleet aircraft carriers, played no less a decisive role in World War II at sea. They helped win the Battle of the Atlantic against German u-boats, while in the Pacific they provided massive air support for the Marines' landing operations to subsequent islands, both fighter cover and assault operations against ground targets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe vast majority of escort carriers, both on British and US orders, were built in US shipyards. Mass and rapid production was made possible by basing the design on existing cargo ship designs and even on finished hulls. By the end of the war, their number - hard to believe - had reached about 130, in five basic types: Long Island, Bogue, Casablanca, Sangamon and Commencement Bay, as well as their transferred Royal Navy counterparts, named the Ruler and Attacker types.\u003cbr\u003e\nFighters and torpedo-bombers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn escort carriers, due to their small size, composite air squadrons consisting of fighters and bomber\/reconnaissance\/torpedo aircraft were usually stationed. The Americans primarily used Wildcats and Avengers, while the British used Sea Hurricanes or Martlets\/Wildcats (less often Seafires) in teams with Swordfish or Tarpon\/Avengers. In addition, in the Pacific, escort carriers brought new aircraft from US factories to the front, both naval (e.g., Hellcats, Corsairs), as a supplement to carrier-based squadrons or Marines, and fully land-based aircraft such as the P-51 Mustang, P-38 Lightning, P-39 Airacobra, P-40 and many others. In the final period of the war, British ships also carried out similar tasks, it even happened that they transported a bomber squadron equipped with twin-engine Mosquitoes to Australia.\u003cbr\u003e\nEquipment and camouflage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe typical escort carrier deck of all major types looked the same: it was covered with solid planks, separated by distinctive metal strips with hooks for anchoring aircraft. The planks were usually stained in camouflage colours, depending on the period and the country using the ship. Intensive use and weathering meant that the colours of the deck were very varied, giving excellent opportunity for the modeller wishing to demonstrate his skills in weathering. Also universal was the equipment provided in the kit in the form of free files for self-printing on a 3D printer: arrestor cable mounts, British and American versions of wheel chocks, bomb carriage.\u003cbr\u003e\n3D files for self-printing (QR code for download available on the packaging)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eFile for self-printing on a 3D resin printer, consumer license for non commercial use\u003cbr\u003e\n    See the therms and regulations for using files §4a link.\u003cbr\u003e\n    How to use file? Scroll down description!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is available in the form of 3D files in STL format. It is a universal format for sharing 3D printable files.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSet includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003earrestor cable mounts,\u003cbr\u003e\n    British and American versions of wheel chocks,\u003cbr\u003e\n    bomb cart\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eReviews\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduct doesn't have any reviews. Add feedback\u003cbr\u003e\nHow to print accessories from the file?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe product should be printed on a resin printer such as Elegoo Mars 3 or similar from companies such as Anycubics, Phrozen, etc. The minimum resolution needed to obtain a good effect is 4K. The effect will be even better at higher resolutions, such as 8K.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe file should be processed in a program that prepares files for the printer, the so-called Slicer, appropriate for your printer. In the case of Elegoo Mars 3, it is the ChituBox program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBasic printer and software skills are required to print the product.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arma Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51341713637643,"sku":"70060","price":8.09,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/1809\/4091\/files\/arma-hobby-70060-usn-rn-escort-carrier-deck-1160787040.jpg?v=1749036006"},{"product_id":"arma-hobby-70061-1-72-hawker-sea-hurricane-mk-ib","title":"Hawker Sea Hurricane Mk Ib","description":"\u003cp\u003eSea Hurricane Mk Ib, injected plastic model kit with 3D printed parts, 1\/72 scale\u003cbr\u003e\nSea Hurricane Ib Kit includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eArma Hobby Hurricane Mk.I injected plastic sprues\u003cbr\u003e\n    3D printed set with fuselage bottom, arrestor hook, exhausts (2 options), mirror, headrest, gun camera, oil collector ring, catapult spools and anti-glare exhaust shields.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Decal with 5 marking options\u003cbr\u003e\n    Painting masks for the canopy (kabuki paper)\u003cbr\u003e\n    Correction panels for wing flaps (vinyl)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMarking options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eSea Hurricane IB, Z7153 “F”, No. 801 Naval Air Squadron, aircraft carrier HMS Eagle, Operation Pedestal, August 1942\u003cbr\u003e\n    Sea Hurricane IB, V6695 “K”, No. 801 Naval Air Squadron, aircraft carrier HMS Eagle, Operation Pedestal, August 1942\u003cbr\u003e\n    Sea Hurricane IB, AF953 “A”, No. 802 Naval Air Squadron, aircraft carrier HMS Avenger, summer 1942\u003cbr\u003e\n    Sea Hurricane IB, V7506 “7T”, No. 885 Naval Air Squadron, aircraft carrier HMS Victorious, Operation Pedestal, August 1942\u003cbr\u003e\n    Sea Hurricane IB, Z4849 “7G”, pilot: Sub\/Lt Hugh Popham, No. 880 Naval Air Squadron, Operation Pedestal, aircraft carrier HMS Indomitable, August 1942\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arma Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51341713670411,"sku":"70061","price":26.09,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/1809\/4091\/files\/arma-hobby-70061-hawker-sea-hurricane-mk-ib.jpg?v=1748868047"},{"product_id":"arma-hobby-70062-1-72-hawker-hurricane-mk-iid-iid-trop","title":"Hawker Hurricane Mk IId \/ IId (trop)","description":"\u003cp\u003eModel of the Hurricane Mk II D 1\/72 scale.\u003cbr\u003e\nSet contains:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003ePlastic parts (Mk IIc)\u003cbr\u003e\n    Conversion - 3D printed cannons, exhaust manifold, mirror, template for scribing panel on wings.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Canopy and wheel masks\u003cbr\u003e\n    Decals with 5 colour schemes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMarkings options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eBP158\/JV-I, No. 6 Squadron RAF, airfields: Shandur and L.G. 89, Egypt, autumn 1942.\u003cbr\u003e\n    KW704\/R „Christine‘, No. 6 Squadron RAF, Gabes, Tunisia, April 1943. Pilot F\/O A.H.M. Clarke. \u003cbr\u003e\n    HW721\/BR-J, No. 184 Squadron RAF, Colerne, England, spring 1943. Pilot S\/Ldr Jack Rose.  Aeroplane funded by Woolwich Aircraft Fund.\u003cbr\u003e\n    KX229\/H ‘Cheeta‘, No. 20 Squadron RAF, Nidania, Burma, February 1944.\u003cbr\u003e\n    HW874\/X, No. 20 Squadron RAF, Monywa, Burma, spring 1945.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnline reviews:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHurricane Mk II D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mk.IID was the most specialised Hurricane variant to enter series production, around 300 being made. Armed with two 40mm Vickers 'S' guns and a pair of 0.303 guns loaded with tracer for sighting. The 40mm guns had 15 shells in each magazine, plus shell could be loaded into the gun giving 16.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe guns were set to be harmonised at 400 yards, and to be fired at 240 m.p.h, flying at a very low level, 20 to 40 feet, firing 2 or 3 shots each attack pass. The aircraft speed is added to the shells velocity, increasing armour piercing capability. The 40 mm guns could not be jettisoned. They proved to be very accurate once pilots were trained in their use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMaking its debut in 1942 with No. 6 Squadron in North Africa, who came to enjoy the nickname, The Flying Tin Openers, with a badge to match (see decals of BP158).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe IID was also used by 7 Sq. SAAF in North Africa, 184 and 164 Sq's in the UK which were used in cross channel sweeps against ground targets and shipping, and in Burma by 5 and 20 Sq's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the IID was effective, it was also vulnerable, and later production examples included the same armour fitted to the Mk.IV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt was also limited as it could only carry the 40mm guns, but the success in the anti-tank role led to the development of the Mk.IV, with a universal armament wing, capable of carrying the 40mm guns, but rockets, bombs and drop tanks, making a much more versatile type, and added internal and external armour, replacing the IID in service, though units did use both together. The last Mk.IID and Mk.IV were built at the same time, possibly to use up already made D wings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith the availability of the Mk.IV, most of the later IID's went to the Soviet Union who received 60, the other surviving IID's ended\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arma Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51341713703179,"sku":"70062","price":26.09,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/1809\/4091\/files\/arma-hobby-70062-hawker-hurricane-mk-iid-iid-trop-1160787038.jpg?v=1749036003"},{"product_id":"arma-hobby-70063-1-72-hawker-sea-hurricane-mk-iic-x","title":"Hawker Sea Hurricane Mk IIc \/ X","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arma Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51341713735947,"sku":"70063","price":26.96,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/1809\/4091\/files\/arma-hobby-70063-hawker-sea-hurricane-mk-iic-x-1160787037.jpg?v=1749035999"},{"product_id":"arma-hobby-70065-1-72-grumman-f4f-4-wildcat-martlet-mk-ii","title":"Grumman F4F-4 Wildcat \/ Martlet Mk II","description":"\u003cp\u003eF4F-4 Wildcat® ‘Operation Torch‘ plastic kit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly plastic model kit of an aeroplane\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eplastic parts\u003cbr\u003e\n    cockpit canopy and wheel masks\u003cbr\u003e\n    decals with three marking variants\u003cbr\u003e\n    free digital file - download code\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe set includes three historical markings options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eF4F-4 Wildcat, “3512\/29-GF-10”, squadron VGF-29, crash-landed on the USS Santee during Operation Torch, November 1942\u003cbr\u003e\n    F4F-4 Wildcat, “8-26”, squadron VGF-27, Guadalcanal, April 1943\u003cbr\u003e\n    Martlet II, “AJ148 \/ Ø-7A”, No. 888 FAA Squadron from carrier HMS Formidable, Oran, Algeria, December 1942.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFree 3D file for printing accessories for F4F-4 and FM-1 (QR code to download in manual)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eIncludes seat with harness, cockpit levers details, two bombs with racks, gun barrels, whell bay chains, exhaust pipes and engine ignition ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eFile for self-printing on a 3D resin printer, consumer license for non commercial use\u003cbr\u003e\n    See the therms and regulations for using files §4a link.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is available in the form of 3D files in STL format. It is a universal format for sharing 3D printable files.\u003cbr\u003e\nWildcat fighters in Operation Torch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Grumman F4F-4 Wildcat was one of the main carrier-based fighters used by the US Navy and Royal Navy during World War II. It was called the Martlet II by the British. Known for its ruggedness and good adaptation to operating from aircraft carriers, the aircraft took part in many important naval battles in 1942-43. The F4F-4 version, equipped with folding wings, made it possible to increase the number of aircraft aboard escort carriers, which was important in operations in the Pacific, Atlantic and Mediterranean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring Operation Torch in November 1942, F4F-4 Wildcats stationed on the aircraft carrier USS Ranger and three escort carriers (USS Suwanee, Sangamon and Santee), as well as British Martlets from the carriers HMS Formidable and Victorious, supported the landing of Allied forces in North Africa. The planes wore distinctive yellow borders around the American stars on the fuselage and wings. American stars also marked British aircraft at the time. The idea was to identify them quickly against the Vichy government's French planes, but also to neutralize the resentment of the French against the British.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter this operation, American escort carriers with Wildcats moved on to new assignments in the Pacific, supporting operations in the Solomon Islands, including the battles for Guadalcanal. The yellow markings from Operation Torch were then painted over with a camouflage colour, which can be seen in photos as a fresh border around the stars. British aircraft after Operation Torch were quickly repainted with standard British markings of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arma Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51341713768715,"sku":"70065","price":22.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/1809\/4091\/files\/arma-hobby-70065-grumman-f4f-4-wildcat-martlet-mk-ii.jpg?v=1748868058"},{"product_id":"arma-hobby-70067-1-72-north-american-p-51b-c-mustang","title":"North American P-51B\/C Mustang","description":"\u003cp\u003e70067 P-51B\/C Mustang™\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eP-51B\/C Mustang™, plastic kit 1\/72 scale.\u003cbr\u003e\nKit includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003ePlastic parts by Arma Hobby\u003cbr\u003e\n    Canopy and wheels painting mask\u003cbr\u003e\n    Decals with four colour options\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMarkings options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eP-51B-5-NA Mustang, 43-6315\/AJ-A, „Ding Hao”, pilot: Maj. James H. Howard MH, 356th Fighter Squadron, 354th Fighter Group, Boxted, UK. April 1944 r.                                \u003cbr\u003e\n    Mustang III, KH516\/WC-F, pilot: Kpt. Jerzy Mencel DFC, 309 Squadron Polish Air Forces, shot down Me-262 jet fighter, 9th April 1945.\u003cbr\u003e\n    P-51C-10-NT Mustang, 43-25045\/C3-W, „Snookie”, pilot: Lt. Edward T. Pawlak, 382nd Fighter Squadron, 363rd Fighter Group, France, July1944 r.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMore information about the kit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eArticles about kit content and historical research of colour options are available on the armahobbynews website link.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduced under license from Boeing. 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Rozwiązaniem tego problemu było zainstalowanie w płatowcu P-51A brytyjskiego silnika Rolls-Royce Merlin 66 (stosowano go w Spitfire IX\/XVI) z dwustopniową sprężarką, produkowanego już w USA na licencji w zakładach Packard pod zaznaczeniem V-1650. Powstała w ten sposób wersja, P-51B Mustang, była zdolna do lotu z Anglii do Berlina i rozwiązywała problem eskorty dziennych nalotów bombowych nad Niemcy. Masową produkcję nowej wersji Mustanga prowadzono w zakładach North American w Kalifornii pod oznaczeniem P-51B-NA i w Teksasie pod oznaczeniem P-51C-NT. Samoloty wersji produkcyjnych różniły się drobnymi szczegółami wprowadzanymi wraz z rozwojem konstrukcji, jak np.: dodatkowy zbiornik paliwa za kabiną pilota czy płetwa stabilizacyjna przez statecznikiem pionowym. Ponad dwieście sztuk przebudowano w wersję fotorozpoznawczą F-6C przez zabudowanie kamer w kadłubie za kabiną pilota. Łącznie wyprodukowano 3738 samolotów wersji B i C. Aż 900 z nich, pod oznaczeniem Mustang Mk III, przekazano do RAF oraz do Polskich Sił Powietrznych, RAAF, RCAF i Wolnych Francuzów. Brytyjskie modyfikacje to udoskonalona owiewka kabiny tzw. Malcolm Hood (wprowadzona też w amerykańskich P-51A oraz B\/C), osłony przeciwodblaskowe za rurami wydechowymi i skrzela na otworach filtra przeciwpyłowego. Myśliwce P-51B\/C były uzbrojone w 4 km kalibru 12,7 mm w skrzydłach. Na zaczepach podskrzydłowych przenosiły bomby 250 i 500 funtowe oraz aluminiowe zbiorniki paliwa o pojemności 75 galonów i papierowe - 108 galonów. Samoloty P-51B\/C Mustang wprowadzono do służby na europejskim teatrze działań pod koniec 1943 roku. Odegrały one kluczową rolę w złamaniu oporu lotnictwa myśliwskiego niemieckiej Luftwaffe w 1944 roku. Służyły także w rejonie Morza Śródziemnego oraz na birmańsko-chińskim teatrze działań wojennych. Obok zadań eskortowych Mustangi wykonywały działania wsparcia naziemnego i zwalczania rakiet V-1. 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Sign up for our Newsletter!\u003cbr\u003e\nKit contains:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003ePlastic sprues (grey and clear)\u003cbr\u003e\n    Decals for three marking options\u003cbr\u003e\n    Self-adhesive masks for painting the canopy and wheels\u003cbr\u003e\n    Instructions\u003cbr\u003e\n    File for 3D self-printing with detals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFree 3D file for self-printing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eQR code and link in the kit instructions to download free 3D file with accessories for self-printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e3D file includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eexhaust pipes - two types\u003cbr\u003e\n    former with pilot's seat and seatbelts\u003cbr\u003e\n    gun barrels\u003cbr\u003e\n    oil cooler\u003cbr\u003e\n    fuel cooler\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMarking options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eNakajima Ki-43 II Hayabusa, 59th Hiko-Sentai, 3rd Hutai, New Guinea 1943-44\u003cbr\u003e\n    Nakajima Ki-43 II Hayabusa, 54th Hiko-Sentai, 2nd Hutai, Pilot: Capt Hisashi Koshiishi, Paramushir, Kuriles 1944\u003cbr\u003e\n    Nakajima Ki-43 II Hayabusa, Hiko Dai 71 Sentai training aircraft, Hofu Airfield, Japan, late 1944\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNakajima Ki-43 II Hayabusa 70078\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nakajima Ki-43 Hayabusa (Falcon) fighter, nicknamed ‘Oscar’ in Allied code, was Japan's equivalent of the Spitfire and the Messerschmitt Bf-109 - it was a core piece of the Imperial Japanese Army Aviation throughout the Second World War, and was refined and produced in successive versions during all that period. Although it remained somewhat in the shadow of the naval Mitsubishi ‘Zero’, famous on the Pacific front thanks to its spectacular carrier battles, the Hayabusa played a major role in the battles over the Asian continent: over China, Burma, Malaya, but also over the Philippines and New Guinea. There it fought effectively against the air forces of China, the USA, Great Britain, Australia and the Netherlands, making a major contribution to the initial great victories of the Japanese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ki-43 fighter was developed in the late ‘30s at the Nakajima factory under the direction of Hideo Itokawa, based on experience with the highly successful Ki-27 airframe, which had proved excellent in combat over China. The design of the Ki-43 was based on the specific concept of a light aircraft, with excellent manoeuvrability and climb and good speed, achieved at the cost of a rather fragile structure, weak armament and virtually no armour. This corresponded to the Japanese doctrine of sophisticated manoeuvre combat, requiring masterful training and great courage of the pilots. Interestingly, the Hayabusa was powered by the same engine as the ‘Zero’. In the early period of the war, when the Japanese armies were conquering more and more areas of Southeast Asia, the Ki-43 was no match for its opponents, easily defeating Hurricanes or Buffalos. Later, however, the ‘Oscars’ became increasingly obsolete and their lightweight construction did not allow for major improvements. 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Although it remained somewhat in the shadow of the naval Mitsubishi ‘Zero’, famous on the Pacific front thanks to its spectacular carrier battles, the Hayabusa played a major role in the battles over the Asian continent: over China, Burma, Malaya, but also over the Philippines and New Guinea. There it fought effectively against the air forces of China, the USA, Great Britain, Australia and the Netherlands, making a major contribution to the initial great victories of the Japanese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHayabusa fighters also found their way into the air forces of other countries. Japan's allies, such as Thailand and puppet Manchukuo, used them during the Second World War, while after the war many of the machines left behind or captured from the Japanese were used by the French, Chinese, and, for testing, the U.S., among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ki-43 fighter was developed in the late ‘30s at the Nakajima factory under the direction of Hideo Itokawa, based on experience with the highly successful Ki-27 airframe, which had proved excellent in combat over China. The design of the Ki-43 was based on the specific concept of a light aircraft, with excellent manoeuvrability and climb and good speed, achieved at the cost of a rather fragile structure, weak armament and virtually no armour. This corresponded to the Japanese doctrine of sophisticated manoeuvre combat, requiring masterful training and great courage of the pilots. Interestingly, the Hayabusa was powered by the same engine as the ‘Zero’. In the early period of the war, when the Japanese armies were conquering more and more areas of Southeast Asia, the Ki-43 was no match for its opponents, easily defeating Hurricanes or Buffalos. Later, however, the ‘Oscars’ became increasingly obsolete and their lightweight construction did not allow for major improvements. 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Its performance was all very good, it was noted for its excellent manoeuvrability, superior to the Messerschmitt Bf-109 and Hurricane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eIts various versions, produced in excess of 1,000, were used by the air forces of over a dozen countries from South Africa to Finland and from Brazil to China - under various names.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe most important user of the Curtiss H-75 was France. Ordered in several series marked A1 to A4, differing in armament and engines, they were delivered in more than 400 examples. They proved to be the finest fighters used by the Armée de l'air in the early months of the Second World War. Many French aces fought and scored victories over the Luftwaffe on aircraft of this type, as well as Polish and Czechoslovak pilots who fought in the defence of France. After the armistice, numerous Curtisses were evacuated to French Africa, where they formed the backbone of the Vichy state's aviation. Some of the French aircraft captured by the Germans were handed over to Finland, where they successfully fought against the Red Army until the end of the war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll serial Curtiss H75s were equipped with radial engines. 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It became a symbol of the flexibility of American wartime industry and the global reach of the Mustang.\u003cbr\u003e\nFeatures and box contents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe P-51K model is based on the brand-new 2025 Arma Hobby tooling and builds into an accurate miniature of the Dallas (NT) Mustang, featuring the characteristic “Dallas Hood” canopy and optional Aeroproducts or Hamilton Standard propellers.\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat makes this kit special:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• Brand-new 2025 tooling – excellent geometry, crisp detail, and outstanding fit\u003cbr\u003e\n• Smoothed wing panels – the only 1\/72 Mustang kit with wings replicated as on the real aircraft\u003cbr\u003e\n• Multiple configuration options – build aircraft from the ETO, RAF, or Pacific (different props, canopies, antennas)\u003cbr\u003e\n• High-quality Techmod decals – markings for 3 historical aircraft (USAAF Pacific, USAAF ETO, RAF)\u003cbr\u003e\n• Pre-cut masks – for canopy and wheels, making painting easier\u003cbr\u003e\n• Clear assembly stand – helps with correct landing gear alignment and safe handling\u003cbr\u003e\n• Download code for 3D accessories – optional parts to print\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat’s inside the box:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• plastic parts to build one miniature\u003cbr\u003e\n• Techmod decal sheet\u003cbr\u003e\n• canopy and wheel masks\u003cbr\u003e\n• clear mounting and transport stand\u003cbr\u003e\n• assembly instructions with 3 painting options\u003cbr\u003e\n• code to download free 3D accessories\u003cbr\u003e\nColour and markings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eP-51K-10-NT Mustang, pilot: Lt. 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Although both lines produced almost identical airframes, Dallas-built Mustangs featured several small yet distinctive differences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the major challenges of large-scale production was the shortage of Hamilton Standard propellers, which had been used on earlier Mustangs. To keep production moving, the Dallas plant introduced the P-51K-1-NT with an Aeroproducts propeller after the P-51D-5-NT. Subsequent blocks ranged from K-1 to K-15. Once the supply of Hamilton Standard propellers was restored, production returned to the D designation, starting with the P-51D-20-NT.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother recognizable feature of Dallas-built Mustangs was the “Dallas Hood” canopy. Slightly more bulged than the standard Inglewood bubble canopy, it improved rearward visibility and was easily identifiable on later production aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe P-51K saw combat on multiple fronts. 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Instead of large strategic air strikes, tactical operations consisting of supporting ground troops, defending them from enemy aviation, attacking ground targets and reconnaissance predominated. In such a role, too, the fast and powerful Mustang proved itself admirably, thanks to its high payload, becoming an effective assault and even dive bomber, armed with a variety of bombs and rockets, able to operate safely without an escort!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned in the USA to British order, the North American P-51 Mustang aircraft was initially produced with the USA-made Allison engine, tuned for low altitude. Already this version was a success and went into service not only with the RAF, but also with the US Air Force. These aircraft performed best as reconnaissance and attack planes, at high altitudes they lacked power. The problem was solved by the use of the legendary British Rolls-Royce Merlin engine, which, manufactured under licence by Packard, made the Mustang the best fighter of World War II. Mass production of the new version of the Mustang was carried out at North American plants in California under the designation P-51B-NA and in Texas as P-51C-NT. A total of 3738 B and C version aircraft were built. Some 900 of these, under the designation Mustang Mk III, were transferred to the RAF and to the Polish Air Force, RAAF, RCAF and Free French. 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Designed by Curtiss-Wright for a U.S. Army Air Corps competition, it was designated Curtiss Hawk Model 75 by the manufacturer. After refinement, it entered service with the designation P-36A. The aircraft featured excellent performance and exceptional maneuverability—outclassing even some later designs like the Bf 109 and Hurricane in turning combat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy the end of the 1930s, the USAAC had acquired 180 P-36A fighters, which were widely used by pursuit squadrons across the continental United States, Hawaii, Alaska, and the Panama Canal Zone. When the Pacific War began, the P-36A was still in front-line service, although it was gradually being transferred to training and second-line units. 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As the world’s first mass-produced jet fighter to enter combat service, it heralded the arrival of a completely new era in military aviation. Its story began even before the outbreak of the Second World War, when German engineers set out to create an aircraft capable of surpassing the limitations of piston-engine propulsion.\u003cbr\u003e\nJet fighter aeroplane is born\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe path of the Me 262 to front-line service was long and difficult. Technical challenges associated with the development of jet engines, continuous design changes, and organisational decisions delayed its combat debut until late 1944. By the time the aircraft reached operational units, the situation of the Third Reich had already become desperate, and Allied air superiority was overwhelming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn its fighter version, the A-1a, the Me 262 was conceived primarily as an interceptor designed to destroy Allied bomber formations. 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