Legion Models - North American P-51 Mustang, Mk IV RAF No.112 (Shark) Sqn, KH774, Ellis Blanchford, Cervia Airfield, 1945 Italy, United Kingdom, 1/72

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Metal Ready-Made Fighter Model North American P-51 Mustang

Metal model with plastic accessories in 1:72 scale.

Unit / Assignment: Mustang Mk IV RAF No.112 (Shark) Sqn, KH774, Ellis Blanchford, Cervia Airfield, 1945

Dimensions: length: 13.6 cm, wingspan: 15.9 cm

The aircraft model is from the edition of Legion Models. It excels in high-quality processing with fine details. The model can be displayed on landing gear or on a 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 aircraft to protect convoys and bomber formations. The aircraft was powered by a powerful American inline V12 Packard Merlin 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 shoot down enemy aircraft even at high altitudes. It was also an excellent aircraft for reconnaissance and ground support. Mustangs were actively deployed during the Normandy landings as well as during war operations in the Pacific. In 1944, the P-51s were significantly improved and received the designation P-51D. This model had a more powerful engine and a longer range, allowing escort flights across all of Europe. The P-51 Mustang became a legend thanks to its powerful flight characteristics, long range, and ability to conduct attacks against 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 of them were used during the Korean War. Today, P-51s are popular among aviation history enthusiasts and several fly as private aircraft.