The P-51 Mustang is considered by many to be the best fighter aircraft of WWII. The P-51 Mustang came about when the British Purchasing Commission asked North American Aviation to produce the Curtiss P-40 for the RAF, but North American stated they could build something better. The P-51D is considered by many experts to be the definitive variant of the Mustang as it was the most widely produced. It featured a bubble canopy which gave the pilot superb all-round visibility as well as a heavier armament of six 12.7mm machine guns. Wing racks allowed the carriage of drop tanks to extend range or bombs for ground attack. P-51Ds were instrumental in helping the Allies gain air superiority over Europe, and after Germany's defeat, they continued their role as long-range escorts for B-29s attacking Japan. Many also saw service during the Korean War as fighter-bombers and a few even continued to serve with air forces of less developed nations until the 1980s.
| Type | Detail |
|---|---|
| Scale | 1/32 |
| Construction type | Assembly kit |
| Photo-etch parts | Included |
| Decals | Included |
| Special feature 1 | 1/32 scale assembly model kit of the North American P-51D Mustang |
| Special feature 2 | Length: 308mm, Wingspan: 354mm |
| Special feature 3 | The unmistakable form of this famous aircraft is accurately reproduced based on actual design drawings of the aircraft as well as thorough study of actual examples of the aircraft |
| Special feature 4 | Comes with the necessary parts to enable depiction of early-production and late-production P-51D, including: 2 types of tail sections (with and without dorsal fin); 3 types of canopies; 4 types of rearview mirrors; 2 types of instrument panels; 2 types of seats; 2 types of engine exhausts |
| Special feature 5 | Control surfaces (ailerons, flaps, elevators, and rudder) are all movable |
| Special feature 6 | A set of photo-etched parts is included to depict details such as seat harnesses and the oil cooler |
| Special feature 7 | Parts are included to allow depiction of landing gear in retracted or deployed positions. Landing gear tires are made from solid rubber and feature accurate tread patterns |
| Special feature 8 | Comes with a display stand to depict the aircraft in flight |
| Special feature 9 | Comes with 2 pilot figures (1 seated, 1 standing) and 3 types of distinctive decal markings. A) 334th Fighter Squadron, 4th Fighter Group B) 487th Fighter Squadron, 352nd Fighter Group C) 79th Fighter Squadron, 20th Fighter Group. Additionally, 2 types of drop tanks are included |
| Special feature 10 | A 16 page full-color photographic reference manual is included |
