The P-51 Mustang was the first US built fighter in action after the fall of France, successfully engaging every air-born opponent. Fast, powerful, and manoeuverable, with 75-gallon tanks under each wing, its ability to fly 6-hour missions was unheard of at the time. This long-range fighter could escort heavy bombers to Berlin and back. Its range was so large that it even began to replace British spitfires towards the end of the war. Hence why likened to a fighter with the range of a bomber! Our model has unbelievable details like retractable main wheels, sliding cockpit window and functioning tail rudder. Shipped with an aluminum stand with plaque.
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The P-51 Mustang was the first US built fighter in action after the fall of France, successfully engaging every air-born opponent. Fast, powerful, and manoeuverable, with 75-gallon tanks under each wing, its ability to fly 6-hour missions was unheard of at the time. This long-range fighter could escort heavy bombers to Berlin and back. Its range was so large that it even began to replace British spitfires towards the end of the war. Hence why likened to a fighter with the range of a bomber! Our model has unbelievable details like retractable main wheels, sliding cockpit window and functioning tail rudder. Shipped with an aluminum stand with plaque.