Academy 12338 1/48 USAAF P-51 "North Africa"

During WWII, this aircraft was considered the pinnacle of American fighter aircraft. The aircraft’s development drew on the specifications of the Royal Air Force and the addition of the Rolls Royce Merlin engine. The Mustang became a magnificent powerhouse of versatility and efficiency. Paired with its firepower and long-range capabilities, the Mustang asserted itself as a capable escort fighter. Following WWII, the Mustang saw use in Korea, as well as other conflicts until the 1980s. This kit authentically recreates the P-51 from the USAAF as used in North Africa. The fully assembled model is 27.2cm long and 9.8cm tall. 

Features

• Highly detailed Interior, cockpit and landing gear

Includes

• Plastic and transparent parts to assemble USAAF P-51
• Water slide decals
• Finishing decals for four fighters:
  • P-51 41-37322 of 154th OS. 68th OG, USAAF at Morocco, North Africa, March 1943
  • P-51 41-37367 "Betty Jean" of 111th TRS, 68th RG (was OG), USAAF at Anzio temporary airstrip, Italy, Jan. 1944
  • P-51 "WU-B" of No. 225 Squadron RAF, Marylebona, Algeria, May 1943
  • Mustang Mk.1A FD442, Air Fighting Development Unit, RAF Wittering, James "One-armed Mac" Maclachlan, June-July 1943
• Detailed manual