Revell P-40B Tiger Shark

Revell skill level:  4

Recommended age: 12+

Scale:  1:48

Number of parts:  60

Length:  7.875 in

Wingspan:  9.3125 in

Kit Features:

• Highly detailed cockpit including pilot figure
• Can be built with canopy open or closed
• Includes decals for U.S.A.A.F, R.A.F., and Flying Tiger versions
• Molded in olive drab and clear

Although lacking somewhat in maneuverability and rate of climb, the P-40's top speed of 352 m.p.h. coupled with its rugged construction, armor plating and fast diving speed, enabled it to hold its own against most of the fighter planes in existence at that time. Names for the P-40B ranged from the Curtiss