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P-40B TOMAHAWK
SHORT KIT #SK701

The P-40B was introduced at the beginning of WWII and more then 2,000 P-40's flew for the Allies in Europe, Africa, China & the Pacific. Later P-40's, known as Warhawks, had a larger intake cowl under the nose.

 

 THE KIT

The P-40B model has been engineered for fast easy assembly. It's box fuse and foam wings make this a rugged & lightweight airframe.

 TEST PILOT NOTES:

"The P-40 flies well off grass and really takes the punishment of hard bumpy field conditions."

Specifications (as tested)
Wing Span 55"
Length 41"
Wing Area 553 sq.in.
Dry Weight 4.5 lbs.
Stab Area 105 sq. in.
Airfoil Semi-symmetrical
Scale 1 3/8" = 1'
Engine Size: Two stroke .25 - .50
# of Channels 4
Construction Information
Wings Foam core with Balsa sheeting.
 Wing attachment  Dowels and rubber bands
Fuselage Balsa box frame with molded cowl and exhausts
Landing Gear Fixed (retract adaptable)
Tail Flat 3/16" balsa
Building Time
Frame up - 4 Hrs
Finish - 26 Hrs. average
Building Experience Easy
Short Kit Contents
Foam wing cores
Formed canopy & turtle deck with detailed framework
Formed one piece cowl
Landing gear straps, blocks & screws
Plywood firewall
Engine mount
Plans with construction details & templates
Bill of materials for wood needed to build the complete airframe
Working with foam guide sheet
Retract guide sheet

Test Pilot's Performance Report

(As tested with .46 engine and 4 ch. radio)
Take off Slight left torque but stable
Top speed 88 MPH
Landing speed 28 MPH
Straight out flight stability Very smooth
Roll rate Smooth & responsive
Loop stability Excellent
Inverted flight Very stable
Control response Excellent
Landing approach No tip stall habits
Flare out Holds flare out well
Landing No bad characteristics
Flying experience recommended Intermediate

P-40B Tomahawk (#SK701) $ 49.99
Options:
SK701-W Laser Cut Wood Pack 59.99
BD0005 Retracts - mechanical, NON-ROTATING 50.95
BD0011 Retracts - pneumatic, NON-ROTATING 82.50
SP-142 Insignia Sheet 9.99
Replacement parts:
W2010 Wing Foam Cores 29.99
SK701-C Plans 12.99
SK701-D Canopy & Turtle Deck 17.99
SK701-E Cowl 10.99
SK701-F Gun Ports & Exhausts 5.99