The Curtiss P-40 Warhawk

摘要

With its distinctive profile and bulbous nose often painted to resemble a gaping shark's mouth, the P-40 series of fighters looked fast, aggressive and fit for purpose. Though the design never attained quite the same success (or status) as that enjoyed by the North American Mustang or Supermarine Spitfire, the type was certainly very potent in combat. The Warhawk was among the most widely used of American fighters during World War Two, serving in virtually every theatre.