P-51B Mustang Models

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 as photo-reconnaissance aircraft. Accepted in 1942 by the USAAF, the first P-51A fighters to join the ranks were deployed to the China Burma India theatre where it excelled in low-altitude combat. 

Features:

• Five iconic P-51B Mustang models for you to choose from. 
• Each model features an authentic livery, etched panel lines, painted decals, with precision crafted rivets and surface detail
• Rotating propeller and pilot figure which can be placed in the cockpit
• Attachable press fit fuel tanks and bombs
• Retracted or deployed landing gear
• Included display stand
• Measures 5.5”l with a 6.25” wingspan at 1:72 scale

Aircraft Featured:

Piloted by the prestigious Don Salvador Gentile, P-51B Mustang “Shangri-La” was assigned to the 336th Fighter Squadron in the 4th Fighter Group. Known for capturing 7.5 of his 28 claimed victories, this aircraft featured all of his tally marks on the left side fuselage. Gentile was the first American Ace of the war to exceed Eddie Rickenbacker’s record of 25 enemies destroyed.

Piloted by the famous Col. James H. Howard, P-51B Mustang “Ding Hao” was assigned to the 356th Fighter Squadron in the 354th Fighter Group. Known for his single-handled defense of a bomber formation, Col. Howard is credited with the destruction of multiple enemy aircraft, receiving the only Medal of Honor that was presented in the European Theatre. 

Piloted by Captain Lee D “Dutch” Eisenhart, P-51B Mustang “Bonny Bea” was assigned to the 358th Fighter Squadron in the 355th Fighter Group. Credited with the destruction of 3 enemy aircraft, Lee went on to feature in the film “Jet Hunters” of 1958, which depicted battle in the Korean War.

Piloted by the renowned Col. William J. Hovde, P-51B Mustang “Ole-II” was assigned to the 358th Fighter Squadron in the 355th Fighter Group. Credited with the destruction of 10.5 enemy aircraft, he received the Distinguished Service Cross for bravery against outnumbering forces. Taking down 5 opponents and assisting with one other, Hovde pushed on with waning fuel reserves and minimal ammo.

Piloted by Ace Robert Merrill Barkey, this P-51B “Sweet Clara II” was assigned to the 319th Fighter Squadron in the 325th Fighter Group. Awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement, he would be credited with 5 aerial victories in his lifetime, flying one of the most beautiful stallions of WWII.