Curtiss P-40K Warhawk (Long Tail) 2024-05-18

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Curtiss P-40K Warhawk (Long Tail) - Model by Ivan

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The Curtiss P-40K was the P-40E with an upgraded engine. The increase in engine power greatly improved performance at low altitudes. The lack of an improved supercharger meant that high altitude performance remained unimpressive. The greater torque effect reduced directional stability which was eventually addressed by lengthening the tail on the K-10 and K-15 models. The older supercharger allowed much higher throttle settings at low altitude which...

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