P40B Tiger Shark Aircraft

This is the 1/48 scale P40B Tiger Shark Aircraft plastic model airplane kit by Revell.

Revell-Monogram P40B Tiger Shark Aircraft Plastic Model Airplane Kit 1/48 Scale #855209
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 Revell-Monogram # rmx855209
$17.49
 
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Revell-Monogram Item # rmx855209
Features :
  • Shark-mouth nose.
  • Pilot figure.
  • Flying Tigers markings.
  • Detailed cockpit.
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Spotlight Review

 
"Can't beat the price for a nice P40"
jtanaka300 (jtanaka300@aol.com)
For the price, you can’t find a nicer kit. What’s nice about this kit is the rivet details which other competitor models lacks. The sacrifice for the rivets are the raised panel lines, though. However, you can scribe the panel lines yourself for that added touch. On the wing assembly, the lower flaps can be positioned in either the closed or open position which gives that realism for your diorama. The cockpit is fairly nice and there are two canopy options for either an open or a closed position. As a rare treat, this kit does come with a pilot figure. There are 3 versions on the decal sheet: 1) Curtiss P-40B 8th Pursuit Group, US Army Air Corps, 1940. 2) Curtiss Tomahawk IIA 403 Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Corps, Baginton, England, 1941. 3) Curtiss P-40B Pilot John W. Ferrell, American Volunteer Group, Flying Tigers. Don’t expect too much from the decal because the marking colors are off and the decal designs are somewhat sloppy. I suggest you get aftermarket decals if you are seeking that accurate feel.

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Features

  • Shark-mouth nose.
  • Pilot figure.
  • Flying Tigers markings.
  • Detailed cockpit.

Specs

  • Scale: 1/48
  • Pieces: 61
  • Wingspan: 9-1/4"
  • Length: 8"
  • Revell-Monogram Product Number: 855209

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Reviews

  
 
"Simple"
51c4r1u5d0m1nu5
This was the first model I've attempted since childhood, it was simple to put together, the decal for the wheels was a nice touch, meaning I didn't have to paint the small wheels. I did have a difficult time applying the shark mouth decal but once my practice grows I'm sure it would've been easier. I highly recommend this one to any beginners.

 
"P-40 Tiger Shark"
skippykeesler (Worden ILL)
This is probably one of the most recognized aircraft of WW2, even my 6 year old grandson knows one when he sees it. This kit is a very simple build, but has extremely good detail especially in the cockpit. I built mine many years ago, but remember no construction problems. I am presently building one with my 13 year old grandson, he is building and I am trying to keep my hands out and teach him, head to do.I still think this is a great kit, and I am thinking of building another, as I said mine is very old but has stood up well. I think I am going to build all of the Revelle/Monogram WW2 fighters again, need to take a break from the jets. I have fond memories of building these kits as a child, and young man. Almost gave away my age did't I. This is a Good Kit.

 
"A classic model of a famous WWII warbird"
pmmaker (Somers, CT)
This is an older mold from Monogram, but it is still a good one. The model includes a well detailed cockpit which features an engraved instrument panel, molded ribs and controls on side walls, a detailed seat, control stick and flap handle, throttle controls, and a detailed pilot figure. Other features include operating wing flaps and the optic gun sight. For an old kit, the engineering is fantastic. The only filling and sanding I had to do was to the wing to fuselage gap. I was able to add exhaust staining through a slight application of Tamiya pastels. Painting was straight forward per the kit instructions. The only negative issue I encountered was a weakness in the landing gear struts. They could not support the weight of the model and I needed to strengthen them with a thin piece of stretched plastic sprue glued to the strut and wing. Intended for a builder in the intermediate skill level, this model can be modified into an outstanding representation of an iconic WWII warbird.

Markings

  • #1: "4 8P", Stateside USAAF P-40B. Top: Olive Drab; Bottom: Neutral Grey.
  • #2: "KH o R", Royal Air Force, North Africa. Top: Dk Green/Dk Earth Camoflage; Bottom: Azure Blue.
  • #3: "14", All Volunteer Group (AVG) "Flying Tigers", China. Top: Dk Green/Dk Earth; Bottom: Sky.

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