The Hurricane was the RAF's first monoplane fighter, and was the most numerous RAF fighter during the Battle of Britain. In 1940, more than half the German planes shot down were destroyed by Hurricanes. This book tells the story of its development and technical evolution, profusely illustrated with period photographs and detailed colour photographs of surviving airframes, plus extracts from official manuals and 1/48th scale plans of all versions, from the Mk.1 of 1936 to the Mk. IV of 1943. This work includes superb colour artwork illustrates the many camouflage schemes and markings found on operational Hurricanes.
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"In all, this makes for one of the most comprehensive looks at the Hurricane as you'll find anywhere. It is a book that enthusiasts and modelers alike need to have in their library and one that I can highly recommend."--Modeling Madness
..".an excellent one stop reference... Whether you are just interested in the Hurricane as a reading and research subject or need reference for a kit build, this new book comes as a highly recommended addition to your library"--Model Airplane international, Issue 127
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Seller: Green Ink Booksellers, Hay-on-Wye, POWYS, United Kingdom
Condition: Fine. No Jacket. Thierry Vallet (illustrator). Near new condition, may have minor shelfwear from storage only. Clean bright tight book. Seller Inventory # 641648
Seller: Arty Bees Books, Wellington, New Zealand
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 2nd Edition. Stated second, revised edition. In very tidy condition inside and out. The Hurricane was the RAF's first monoplane fighter, and was the most numerous RAF fighter during the Battle of Britain. In 1940, more than half the German planes shot down were destroyed by Hurricanes. This book tells the story of its development and technical evolution, profusely illustrated with period b+w photographs and detailed color photographs of surviving airframes, plus extracts from official manuals and 1/72nd scale plans of all versions, from the Mk.1 of 1936 to the Mk. IV of 1943. This work includes superb color artwork illustrates the many camouflage schemes and markings found on operational Hurricanes; it features walk-around color photographs and rare b+w archive photographs and documents. It is essential reading for aviation enthusiasts and scale air modelers. Seller Inventory # 027017
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Seller: Optimon Books, Gravesend, KENT, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Thierry Vallet (illustrator). THERE ARE NO TARIFFS OR CUSTOMS DUTIES ON BOOKS. The Hurricane was the RAF's first monoplane fighter, and was the most numerous RAF fighter during the Battle of Britain. This title tells the story of its development and technical evolution, illustrated with period photographs and detailed colour photographs of surviving airframes. This hardback book is in amazing condition. Seller Inventory # 419996
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