About
The Curtiss P-40 Warhawk, a versatile American fighter-bomber of WWII, played pivotal roles across theaters. Despite limitations, its durability and cost-effectiveness secured its lasting impact, with over 13,000 units produced. Serving as both air superiority fighter and ground-attack aircraft, the P-40's combat record includes contributions to major campaigns in North Africa, the Southwest Pacific, China, and beyond. Its legacy challenges postwar perceptions, revealing it as a more capable fighter than previously acknowledged, producing over 200 Allied aces and achieving significant success in various theaters.
Specifications
Exterior
- Exterior Height: 12 ft 3 in
- Wing Span: 37 ft 3 in
- Length: 31 ft 6 in Occupancy
- Crew: 1 Operating Weights
- Max T/O Weight: 8810 Lb
- Empty Weight: 6070 Lb
- Fuel Capacity: 134 gal Lb Range
- Normal Range: 560 nm
- Service Ceiling: 29000 ft Performance
- Rate of Climb: 2100 fpm
- Max Speed: 350 kts
- Normal Cruise: 270 kts Power Plant
- Engines: 1
- Engine Mfg: Allison
- Engine Model: V-1710 Specifications from Global Air https://www.globalair.com/aircraft-for-sale/specifications?specid=1557
