Eduard 11187 - 1:48 Kittyhawk Dual Combo Limited Edition

Limited Edition Dual Combo kit of the Kittyhawk Mk.Ia and Mk.IV (P-40E / P-40N) in 1/48 scale

The Eduard 11187 Limited Edition “Dual Combo” kit presents two complete models of the iconic Curtiss Kittyhawk – the early Mk.Ia (P-40E) and the later Mk.IV (P-40N). Both aircraft served extensively with Allied air forces, including the RAF, RAAF, RNZAF, and SAAF, in multiple theaters of World War II such as North Africa, the Pacific, and the Far East.

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:48
• Model length (P-40E): approx. 20.1 cm
• Model length (P-40N): approx. 21.2 cm
• Manufacturer: Eduard
• Difficulty level: intermediate
• Photo-etched parts: yes
• Painting masks: yes
• Marking options: 10
• Models included: 2 (Dual Combo)

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints, or modeling tools. Assembly required.

About the build:

This Dual Combo Limited Edition set includes two full model kits with Eduard’s high-quality plastic sprues, photo-etched details, and canopy masks. It allows you to build both the early Kittyhawk Mk.Ia (P-40E) and the improved Mk.IV (P-40N) versions. Decals cover ten historically accurate aircraft from RAF, RAAF, RNZAF, and SAAF squadrons, providing a rich selection of color schemes and markings from various WWII fronts.

Recommended tools:

• Modeling knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding papers
• Fine brushes
• Plastic cement
• Acrylic or enamel paints in Allied WWII camouflage colors

About the Kittyhawk:

The Curtiss P-40, known as the Kittyhawk in Commonwealth service, was one of the most important Allied fighters of the early years of World War II. The Mk.Ia (P-40E) was equipped with the powerful Allison V-1710 engine and six .50 caliber Browning machine guns, while the Mk.IV (P-40N) featured aerodynamic improvements and reduced weight. Rugged and reliable, the Kittyhawk served across multiple theaters, from the deserts of North Africa to the jungles of the Pacific, earning a reputation as a dependable and tough frontline fighter.

Aircraft data:

• Manufacturer: Curtiss-Wright Corporation
• Engine: Allison V-1710, 1,150–1,200 hp
• Maximum speed: approx. 580 km/h (P-40E), 610 km/h (P-40N)
• Armament: 6 × Browning .50 cal machine guns
• Length: P-40E – 9.65 m; P-40N – 10.16 m
• Wingspan: 11.38 m

About Eduard:

Eduard is a Czech manufacturer of precision plastic model kits renowned for quality and detail. The Limited Edition Dual Combo line includes two complete models, photo-etched parts, masks, and extensive decal options, offering modelers a rich and historically accurate building experience.