Arma Hobby Plastic Model Kit
Curtiss P-36A Hawk (1/72) AH70081
This Arma Hobby kit offers a highly detailed 1/72 scale model of the Curtiss P-36A Hawk, an important early-war US fighter aircraft. The box includes two grey and one clear sprue, with finely moulded components and sharp surface detail. The kit is further enhanced with painting masks for the canopy and wheels, and a set of Techmod decals featuring three historically accurate marking options.
- Scale: 1/72
- Includes 2 grey sprues + 1 clear sprue
- Painting masks for canopy and wheels
- Techmod decals with 3 markings:
- 2/Lt. Phillip Rasmussen, Wheeler Field, Hawaii, 7 Dec 1941
- Headquarters Sqn, 16th Pursuit Group, Rio Hato, Panama, 1941
- VII Air Force Gunnery School, Hickam Field, Hawaii, 1943
- Free downloadable 3D print files:
- Pilot’s seat with seatbelts and bulkhead
- Instrument panel
- Exhaust pipes
This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.
Suggested Paint Colours:
| Brand | Code | Colour |
|---|---|---|
| Tamiya | XF-62 | Olive Drab |
| Tamiya | XF-21 | Sky |
| Mr Hobby | H052 | Olive Drab (1) |
| Vallejo | 71.016 | US Dark Green |
Paints are shown for reference only; they may not be recommended in the manufacturer’s instructions and are to be used only as a guide. It is recommended that you conduct your own research to find the finish you want.
History:
The Curtiss P-36A Hawk was a key transitional fighter for the United States Army Air Corps during the late 1930s. While quickly outpaced by newer designs, the P-36A proved its value during the early stages of World War II. Most famously, it saw action during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, where a handful of Hawks managed to scramble and engage enemy aircraft. Its robust airframe, retractable landing gear, and radial engine reflected modern features for its era, paving the way for the more advanced P-40 Warhawk. The P-36A also served in training and defence roles throughout the Pacific and Panama, cementing its place in American aviation history.
