Revell P-51C Mustang Mk.III Model Kit (1:48) - 04872

Product Description

Revell Product Code: 04872 Scale: 1:48 Dimensions: 206mm x 234mm No. of Parts: 83 Paints Required: 15 43 68 77 360 Additional Features
- Structured surfaces with recessed Panel Joints
- Detailed Cockpit with Instrument Panel
- Detailed Side-walls & Seat
- Detailed Undercarriage
- Tyres with distinctive profiles
- optionally worn
- Rotating Propeller
- Pilot Figure Included
- Two Auxiliary Fuel Tanks
- Two Bombs
- Decal Set for 2 RAF versions Aircraft Background Information The Mustang was one of the best & most effective combat aircraft of World War 2. It proved to be a powerful & most versatile weapon. The Mustang Mk.III (derived from the P-51B/C) serving with the RAF entered service in February 1944; its most distinctive feature being the ' Malcolm Hood' giving better visibility. It was used as an escort fighter for bomb formations, a fighter-bomber & for reconnaissance missions in Europe until the end of the war. The P-51C reached a top speed of 711 km/h.