The
Airfix 1/72 Hawker Hurricane Mk.I Gift Set contains the Hawker Hurricane Mk.I
plastic aircraft model as well as a brush along with all the paints and glue you will need to complete this
plastic aircraft kit.
The Hawker Hurricane was one of the most famous RAF fighters of World War II. It fought the forces in the battle of France in 1940, and later gained distinction in the Battle of Britain where a total of 36 squadrons operated the type. Designed by Sydney Camm in 1934, the prototype Hurricane flew initially in November 1935. As well as the early Mk I, other versions included Mk IIB "Hurribomber", the IID with 40mm wing cannon and the Mk IV with rockets.
A total of 14,533 Hurricanes of all marks were built. The Mk IIB was powered by a 1,280 h.p. Rolls Royce Merlin XX engine giving a maximum of 339 m.p.h. (546 km/h) at 22,000 ft (6706 m), and a range of 470 miles (756 km). Armament comprised 8 .303 Browning machine guns. Optional extras in this kit include rockets, guns and drop tanks.
Manufacturer:
Airfix Model:
92042 Hawker Hurricane Mk.I Gift Set Set
cale: 1/72
