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A Merlin-powered P-40 as a stopgap fighter

A Merlin-powered P-40 is considered useful if the engine variant supplies a real performance advantage.

Fighter Aircraft P-40 Warhawk Rolls-Royce Merlin Engine World War II

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Question

Could a Merlin-powered P-40 serve as a useful stopgap fighter?

Short answer

Yes, if the selected Merlin variant gives it a performance advantage.

Notes

A Merlin-powered P-40 is proposed as a stopgap before later fighters become available in large numbers. Its usefulness depends on which Merlin variant is fitted and whether the engine improves performance. The opposing fighter names in the question remain unclear, leaving a more specific aircraft comparison unresolved.