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North American P-51D Mustang 8th AF (1:48 Scale)

by Tamiya
$39.99 CAD

The North American P-51 Mustang is an American, single-engine, long-range fighter and attack aircraft with a classic tail and all-metal construction.  The flight of the prototype took place on October 26, 1940. The P-51 Mustang has earned a reputation as one of the best, if not the best, WWII fighters.  Replacing the Allison V-1710-39 engine from the first project with a Rolls-Royce Merlin motor (P-51 Mustang Mk.Ia version) made the Mustang like never before, reached perfection.  

The single-seat fighter was impressed with its maximum speed, range, maneuverability, and powerful weapons. The combination of all the most important parameters for the assessment of the aircraft made the Mustang prove itself in virtually every role entrusted to it: it gained air superiority, escorted, carried out reconnaissance missions, and attacked ground targets.

The class of design is evidenced by the fact that the Mustang remained in active service until the '70s!

One of the most important versions was the P-51D, based on the P-51B. It received a drip cab fairing, ensuring excellent visibility, and a new engine - Packard V-1650-7, which significantly improved performance.  Technical data (P-51D version): length: 9.83m, wingspan: 11.28m, height: 4.08m, maximum speed: 703km / h, rate of climb: 16.3m / s, maximum range: 2755km, ceiling practical: 12800m, armament: fixed - 6 12.7mm M2 machine guns, suspended - up to 908 kg of bombs or 10 127mm HVAR rocket launchers.

This kit depicts this D-variant of the P-51 Mustang.  The famous form of the P-15D, including its radiator and laminar-flow wing, is accurately reproduced.  The flaps may be assembled in a lowered position.  One pilot figure and three marking options are included.

Length: 205mm (8.07in).  Image shows assembled and painted models with different markings

Manufacturer

Tamiya

Product number:

61040

Weight:

240 g (0.52 lb)

Scale:

1:48

Type:

Full Kit

Ages:

10+

Barcode:

4950344992911 (EAN)

Packaging:

Rigid box (Top opener)

Release date:

30.06.2005


Package content:

Plastic scale model kit made of polystyrene, an exact detailed replica of the real model.

Assembly instructions and decals included (water adhesive decals).  The model comes unassembled and unpainted and requires glue and paints to be finished.  Unless stated on the box the kit does not contain paints, glue, and brushes.

DUE TO SMALL PARTS THAT MAY BE SWALLOWED KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN AGE 3 AND YOUNGER.