This
is a Hasegawa 1/48 scale P-40E model. I chose to build the 'Flying Tiger'
version.
This
Flying Tiger flown by Major Edward Rector (with 5-score mark in total), came to
China and helped the Chinese Government to fight against the Japanese invasion
in WWII.
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The
model kit itself is ease to build. I followed the instructions except the colour
indicated in the Marking & Painting guide. The green colour was stated
to use Gunze Mr. Color #23 but seems to be incorrect. I used #54 instead.
To enhance the
outlook, I added the brake hose for the main landing gears and the 'V'
shape antenna. In addition, I self made the gun-sight with thin wire to
replace the plastic part provided.
Charles Leung
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