{"product_id":"1-32-hasegawa-p-51d-mustang-plastic-model-kit","title":"Hasegawa 1\/32 P-51D Mustang Plastic Model Kit","description":"\u003cdiv data-bfc=\"\" class=\"\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjagKa8ofuUAxV_I0QIHdMyCwMQi4wTegoIAggACAAIDRAA\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"609\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBuild one of the most celebrated fighter aircraft of World War II with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"220\"\u003eHasegawa 1\/32 P-51D Mustang Plastic Model Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"258\"\u003eNorth American P-51D Mustang\u003c\/strong\u003e earned legendary status as the long-range escort fighter that helped secure Allied air superiority over Europe. Powered by the Packard-built Rolls-Royce Merlin engine, the Mustang combined outstanding speed, range, firepower, and maneuverability, making it one of the most successful fighter aircraft ever built. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003eHasegawa's classic 1\/32 scale kit accurately captures the sleek lines of the P-51D with detailed cockpit components, a full Packard Merlin engine, optional open engine cowling, and an opening gun bay featuring .50 caliber machine guns. The kit also includes external fuel tanks and bombs, allowing modelers to display the aircraft in either escort or fighter-bomber configuration. While originally released in the 1970s, it remains a rewarding project and an excellent platform for additional detailing and weathering. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003eWhether finished in natural metal or colorful squadron markings, the P-51D Mustang remains a centerpiece of any World War II aircraft collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"u0ybrq\" data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1821\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"o49m0d\" data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eHighly detailed 1\/32 scale plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lv729a\" data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eAuthentic North American P-51D Mustang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vdth02\" data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003eFull Packard Merlin engine included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zce27q\" data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003eOptional removable engine cowling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1naxqhn\" data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003eOpening wing gun compartment with machine guns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hsg75j\" data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003eDetailed cockpit with pilot figure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"skj9ri\" data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1625\"\u003eExternal fuel tanks and bombs included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hw48fd\" data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1661\"\u003eFinely molded airframe components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zwbw2s\" data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003eExcellent platform for painting, weathering, and super-detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hj03cv\" data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1748\"\u003eAssembly required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14pn8zw\" data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1821\"\u003ePaint and cement sold separately \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1xemshg\" data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"2612\"\u003eIntroduced in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003e1944\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1913\"\u003eNorth American P-51D Mustang\u003c\/strong\u003e became the definitive version of the famous Mustang fighter. Featuring the distinctive bubble canopy for improved visibility and armed with six .50 caliber Browning machine guns, the P-51D escorted Allied bombers deep into German territory while successfully engaging Luftwaffe fighters. Its exceptional range allowed it to accompany bomber formations throughout Europe, dramatically improving bomber survivability and contributing to Allied air superiority. The Mustang also excelled as a fighter-bomber, attacking ground targets during the final stages of the war. 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