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| | Code: WT-WTW72004-10
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Price: $22.99
 | | | Witty Wings Sky Guardians WTW72004-10
North American P-51D Mustang Diecast Model
USAAF 4th FG, 335th FS, "Ridge Runner", Pierce McKennon, RAF Debden, England, Spring 1945| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| North American P-51D Mustang | | 5.25" | | 6.25" |
Many people consider the P-51 Mustang the best fighter of World War II. Its combination of speed, range, maneuverability and firepower gave it great versatility. Its use in all major theaters or the war included long-range high-altitude escort, strafing and photo reconnaissance. Originally developed by North American for the British, the Mustang was later ordered in large quantities by the US Army Air Forces.
Designed to meet an RAF requirement for fighter-bomber and reconnaissance aircraft, the P-51 Mustang was first flown on October 26th, 1940. This versatile aircraft was capable of escorting bombers on long-range missions, engaging in dogfights, and dropping down to destroy German targets on the ground. At least eight versions of the P-51 were produced, but it was the definitive P-51D that gave the Mustang its classic warbird appearance. Britain and the US both tested the airframe with the Rolls-Royce Merlin engine, which gave the aircraft tremendous performance gains. The Truman Senate War Investigating Committee called the Mustang "the most aerodynamically perfect pursuit plane in existence." © Copyright 2003-2010 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Witty Wings "Sky Guardians" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Witty Wings have earned a reputation for producing high-quality models that can be displayed right out of the box. Witty Wings "Sky Guardians" diecast airplanes feature: - Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Permanently extended landing gear with rotating wheels.
- Selected moving control surfaces.
© Copyright 2003-2010 The Flying Mule, Inc.
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