Mustang MK.IV “Dooleybird” Die-Cast Model

One of the hallmarks in WWII history, the iconic P-51 Mustang is an aircraft that adapted and rose up against even the most powerful foes. Developed by North American Aviation in the 1940s as the successor of the P-40 Warhawk, it would be ordered by the Royal Air Force to serve as one of their mainline fighters. Though not originally purchased by the USAAF, the intervention of General Hap Arnold resulted in 55 of the early examples being retained, seeing use as photo-reconnaissance aircraft in North Africa.

Accepted in 1942 by the USAAF, the first P-51A fighters to join the ranks were somewhat limited in their capability, equipped with the Allison V-1710 which struggled at high altitude. Thankfully, their first deployment to China Burma India theatre was mainly low altitude combat. By the fall of 1942, an experimental version of the Mustang was fitted with the British “Merlin” engine, which resulted in a huge gain at high altitude, over 100mph faster speeds at 30,000 ft. Within the next year, this new powerplant was in every P-51B and C fighter while they served as high-altitude escorts for bombers over Germany. Just another year later, the new P-51D model would grace the skies, with the advanced “bubble canopy” design for greater visibility. This variant would also see and increase from four to six .50 caliber machine guns for greater firepower and improved K-14 gun-sight. Delivering by spring of 1944, these became the primary escorts of B-17 Flying Fortresses, completing the legacy of the Mustang with a final combat score of 4,950 downed opponents.

Decorated with the colorful camouflage of the RAF 19th Squadron and the nickname “Dooleybird” on the fuselage, this Mustang Mk.IV was flown by F/L Arthur S. Doley. Serving in late 1945, this aircraft helped end the conflict of WWII, taking on enemy German fighters and assisting allied forces. By the end of the war, the Mustangs had proven their combat strength, leaving a legacy that most aircraft can only dream of. Die-Cast version features engraved panel lines, pad printed decals, authentic livery, and accurate attachable fuel tanks or bombs. Also includes optional landing gear, moving flaps, rotating propeller, and display stand to show the aircraft in flight. Measures 8” in length with a 9.25" wingspan at 1:48 scale. 

• Features a high-quality paint scheme, etched panel lines and pad printed decals that reflect its real-life counterpart.
• All antennas, reflective lights, and surface details have been carefully added to the model.
• Includes deployed or retracted landing gear, moving flaps, attachable fuel tanks or bombs, and display stand to show the aircraft in flight.
• Has an opening canopy with pilot figurine that can be placed inside and rotating propeller on the nose.
• Measures 8”l with a 9.25” wingspan at 1:48 Scale.
• Highly collectible and officially licensed model.