U.S. ARMY AIR CORPS 15TH AIR FORCE P-51D MUSTANG
#6 IN THE SERIES
* In 1998, Spec Cast announced the first ever WW II "Classic Fighter Plane Series" collection due for release in a staggered format over the course of 1999. Approximately 2500 of each were made of each and represent a specific aircraft that played a historical role in WW II. This is one collection that collectors will want to add to their collections!
#6 in the Classic Fighter Plane Series from Spec Cast, this sharp looking P-51 Mustang is a limited edition (approximately 2500 total made), metal die-cast replica measuring over 10 inches in wing span and features rotating prop and wheels, retracting/extending main gear, baked enamel paint finish, hidden bank access and authentic graphics!
Historical Note: "This Mustang was used by the Group Operations Officer of the 52nd Fighter Group, and retains the 5th Fighter Squadron "VF-V" code used by him as squadron CO. Seeing action in the Mediterranean theater, this Mustang flew from bases in Italy. This aircraft survived the war and later served in two Air National Guard units as well as with the Indonesian Air Force. It was returned to the USA in 1979 and has since been restored".
Historical Note2: The P-51D Mustang, built by North American Aviation, is a single place, low-wing monoplane powered by a Packard-built Rolls Royce engine. Although it was designed primarily as a fighter airplane, it may be equipped to carry bombs, chemical tanks, or rockets. Provision is also made to allow installation of external drop tanks to increase operating range. The airplane also has six .50 caliber machine guns as standard equipment. Armor plate is installed in the cockpit area for protection of the pilot during combat. The P-51D Mustang has a wingspan of 37 feet and a length of 32 feet and stands 13.4 feet high. The gross weight can be as high as 12,300 pounds when external armament and fuel are carried.
Item Number: AA47024 Price: $59.95