Arma Hobby 1/48 Hurricane Mk II B , Unboxing and First Look

The Hawker Hurricane, a single-seater monoplane fighter aircraft, holds a significant place in aviation history, particularly during World War II. Here's a look at its development and impact:
Early Development:
1930s: Designed by Sydney Camm at Hawker Aircraft, the Hurricane was conceived as a monoplane derivative of the Hawker Fury biplane.
1934: Despite initial skepticism from the Air Ministry, Hawker proceeded with the design, incorporating features like retractable landing gear and the powerful Rolls-Royce Merlin engine.
1935: The prototype Hurricane, K5083, made its maiden flight.
1936: The Air Ministry placed its first order for 600 aircraft, and the name "Hurricane" was officially adopted.
World War II:
1939: When war broke out, the Hurricane was the RAF's primary fighter, outnumbering the Supermarine Spitfire.
1940: The Hurricane played a crucial role in the Battle of Britain, accounting for over 60% of the enemy aircraft destroyed. Its ruggedness, ease of maintenance, and high production rate made it vital during this critical period.
1941-1944: Hurricanes continued to serve in various theaters of war, including North Africa, the Mediterranean, and the Eastern Front. They were also adapted for ground attack, reconnaissance, and even maritime roles.
Legacy:
Over 14,500 Hurricanes were built, making it one of the most produced British aircraft of the war.
The Hurricane's contribution to the Allied victory, particularly in the Battle of Britain, is undeniable.
Today, several Hurricanes are preserved in museums and continue to be flown in air displays, keeping the memory of this iconic aircraft alive.
Additional Points:
The Hurricane was relatively inexpensive to produce compared to the Spitfire.
Pilots praised its sturdiness and ease of handling.
The Hurricane saw action in various conflicts beyond World War II, including the Korean War and the Malayan Emergency.
The Hawker Hurricane remains a symbol of resilience and innovation in aviation history. Its role in defending Britain during its darkest hours and its versatility throughout the war cemented its place as a legendary fighter aircraft.
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[@coling3957]

Operation Torch markings =- Allied Aircraft all wore the stars because this was the first large-scale American action , and the brass were concerned that they would mistake the RAF markings for the French Vichy roundals.. British have red centre , white then blue, the French have it the opposite way around. in WW1 all the main Allied nations used roundals including Russia and USA ( when they finally joined the war ) distinct from German black and white crosses. ... Friendly fire would be a constant problem throughout the war, especially with invasions when US AA gunners would shoot at ANY aircraft or spotted. or at night, heard! regardless of how much training they received in aircraft recognition..

[@Retro_Beek]

Always love these videos. Thank you for sharing!

[@keithskelhorne3993]

during Op Torch most RN aircraft wore U.S stars to help the Vichy French surrender

[@coling3957]

they wore the stars to stop the US from shooting at them... !! the Vichy French wore roundals - red, white and blue .. "similar" to British ... in the Far East , British and Empire aircraft removed the red from their markings because some dimwits attacked some Blenheims thinking they were JAPANESE necessitating the Blenheims to shoot 2 of the attackers down.. at Normandy in 1944 Allied aircraft flew with black and white stripes predominently displayed and STILL Americans fired at them...

[@keithskelhorne3993]

I'd say "rownd el" but thats just me :) and you didnt mention the extra 4 .303 MGs mounted on the Mk IIB version

[@randomnickify]

I like what you are doing with thumbnails, but I think adding your logo on them would make them easy to identify at a glance.

[@panzermanful]

Nice

[@brianlavery9237]

Roundel

[@blainefrenette3520]

With the invasion of North Africa British aircraft were painted with a white star in the hope that. The Vichy French troops would think they were American aircraft and not British.

[@coling3957]

eh no... they all wore Allied star insignia because the French Vichy aircraft wore red/white/blue roundals.. "similar" to British markings .. so it was hoped the green Americans might not fire at them! as they frequently did fire at friendly aircraft throughout WW2 .. * even the Normandy white and black stripes didn't save some Allied planes in 1944 D-Day invasion.

[@IndianScaleModeler]

This hobby is about having fun and you make it more so. Thanks for your videos Andy!

[@ndenyer]

I was about to type how disappointing it was that the cannons weren't slide moulded, then saw the printed stuff. Excellent.

[@truthhurts9241]

Hey, me too.

[@merlinharley77]

The sea version is very interesting. Thanks for the review.

[@petermcdonald6209]

Hms Dasher blew up in the firth of clyde and sank in 3 minutes, it is now widely belived that one of the sailors bodys was used for operation mincemeat, a commerative reef is laid over the site of her wreck every year on date of her sinking.

[@DASCDUDE]

great subjects, hoping to fit these into building lineup

[@didierfrenga5101]

Toujours un plaisirs.........

[@RCUKScaleModels]

Insignia Specification Number 24102-K (Amend #3) Variation with yellow outline Date Issued into Service: 8th Air Force Operation Memo number 9, October 1st, 1942. As seen in the North African Theater Operation Torch. The Yellow band would often vary in thickness. The design is inspired by the outermost ring among RAF Type A.2 & C.1 Roundels.