HobbyMaster - North American P51D Mustang, USAAF, Lt. Col. Edward O. McComas, Luliang, Čína, leden 1945, 1/48
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Metal finished model of the North American P-51D Mustang fighter
Metal model of the aircraft with plastic accessories in 1:48 scale . Stand is included with the model.
Classification : USAAF, 118th TRS, 23rd FG, Lt. Col. Edward O. McComas, Luliang, China, January 1945
The model has an opening cockpit. Movable flaps. The model can be either static on the undercarriage or in flying version thanks to the included stand, with the undercarriage closed.
Dimensions: length 20,5 cm, wingspan 23,6 cm
The model is from the HobbyMaster aviation edition. This is a well-made model with additional accessories. It is possible to have the model on the landing gear or on the stand.
North American P-51 Mustang
The North American P-51 Mustang is a legendary American fighter aircraft that served during World War II and later in the Korean War. It was designed by American designer James H. North and his team in 1940. The P-51 Mustang was originally developed for the British Royal Air Force, which required a powerful, long-range fighter to protect convoys and bomber formations. The aircraft was powered by a powerful American Packard Merlin inline twelve-cylinder engine, which allowed the aircraft to reach speeds of up to 700 km/h. The P-51 became famous for its ability to operate long escort flights over the ocean and kill enemy aircraft even at high altitudes. It was also an excellent aircraft for reconnaissance and support of ground forces. Mustangs were actively deployed during the Normandy landings and also during wartime operations in the Pacific. In 1944, the P-51 was significantly improved and given the designation P-51D. This model had a more powerful engine and greater range, which allowed it to operate escort flights over all of Europe. The P-51 Mustang became legendary for its powerful flight characteristics, long range, and ability to carry out attacks on any target, whether on the ground or in the air. After World War II, P-51s were used in many countries around the world and some were used during the Korean War. Today, P-51s are popular with aviation history enthusiasts and several are flown as private aircraft.
Additional parameters
Category: | P-51 Mustang |
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Warranty: | 2 years |
Scale: | 1/48 |
Period: | World War II (1938-1945) |
Production material: | Metal with plastic parts |
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