Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of Curtiss P-40N Warhawk Fighter Aircraft "American Dream, National Warplane Museum" United States Army Air Forces die cast model by Militaria Die Cast. Brand new box. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Officially licensed product. Comes with display stand. This model does not have any openings. Manufacturer's original unopened packaging. Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts. Dimensions approximately Length- 5.5, Wingspan- 6.25 inches. Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel. It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history. Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane. HISTORY ASPECTS: The Curtiss P-40N Warhawk, a variant of the iconic P-40 series of fighter aircraft, served as a stalwart defender in numerous theaters of World War II. Introduced in the mid-1940s, the P-40N was an evolution of the earlier models, featuring improved performance and firepower. One of the most notable conflicts in which the P-40N was utilized was the Pacific theater, where it played a crucial role in combat against the Japanese forces. Equipped with formidable armament and rugged construction, the P-40N Warhawk engaged in air-to-air combat, bomber escort missions, and ground attack sorties across the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean. In the skies over China, Burma, and India, the P-40N Warhawk earned a reputation for its resilience and effectiveness against Japanese fighters and bombers. Flying under the banner of the American Volunteer Group (AVG), famously known as the "Flying Tigers," and later under the command of the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF), the P-40N Warhawk engaged in intense aerial combat against the formidable Japanese Zero and Oscar fighters. Operating from remote airfields and flying in challenging conditions, P-40N pilots successfully defended vital supply routes, provided close air support to ground forces, and inflicted significant losses on enemy aircraft. The P-40N Warhawk also saw action in other theaters of World War II, including North Africa, the Mediterranean, and the China-Burma-India (CBI) theater. In North Africa, P-40N squadrons operated alongside Allied forces, engaging in dogfights against Luftwaffe fighters and providing air support for ground operations. In the Mediterranean, the P-40N Warhawk participated in the Allied campaign against Axis forces, conducting bombing raids, strafing enemy positions, and escorting Allied bombers. Additionally, in the CBI theater, P-40N units supported Allied efforts to resist Japanese aggression and secure vital supply lines. Capturing the rugged beauty and fierce spirit of the original aircraft, this 1:72 scale model pays tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of the pilots who flew the P-40N Warhawk in defense of freedom during World War II. Whether displayed on a shelf, desk, or in a diorama, this replica serves as a reminder of the courage and determination exhibited by those who fought and served in one of history's greatest conflicts.