Fighters



Hawker Hurricane


ManufacturerHawker
Armament8 Machine Guns
Active Service1937 - 1945
NotesEntering service with the RAF at Northolt with 111 squadron in 1937, the Hurricane would prove to be a most steadfast and reliable work horse throughout the war years. As an indication of their value, they accounted for 80% of all German kills during the Battle of Britain.


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