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1:72 P-51B

The P-51B Mustang 1:72 from Academy - an injection-molded plastic kit of the American Second World War fighter with a V12 engine, a framed canopy and clear glazing.

Scale1:72
Manufacturer Academy
Product EAN8591111124645

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10.36 €
8.56 € without VAT
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P-51B Mustang 1:72 - Academy

Injection-molded plastic kit of the American North American P-51B Mustang fighter in 1:72 scale from Academy. The model captures the early version of the Mustang with its characteristic framed canopy (the so-called razorback) before the bubble hood came in. It contains an engraved surface, a cockpit, landing gear, clear parts for the canopy glazing and decals for period machines. It is an accessible kit suited to building even by less experienced modelers.

The real subject

The P-51B was one of the first versions of the Mustang fitted with the license-built British Rolls-Royce Merlin V12 engine (Packard in American production). It was this engine that turned the Mustang from an average machine into a first-rate long-range escort fighter, which thanks to its great range protected bomber formations deep over Germany. The B version still had framed canopy glazing with a poorer view to the rear, which was solved in the later versions with a bubble hood.

Building and painting tips

Separate the parts with a sharp knife and glue them with thin liquid cement for plastic. Finish the cockpit and pick it out with a wash before you close up the fuselage. Mask the canopy glazing for crisp frames. Spray the silvered or camouflage finish with an airbrush over a primer base in thin coats and bring it to life with a fine panel wash; apply the decals on a smooth gloss base.

Who the model is for

  • For fans of American escort aviation of the Second World War
  • For modelers with basic experience of building fighters
  • For collectors of Mustang versions in 1:72 scale
  • For lovers of early machines with a framed canopy

The model is supplied unassembled and unpainted. Glue, paints and accessories are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.

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FAQ

The B version has a framed razorback canopy with a poorer view to the rear, while the better-known P-51D received a fully glazed bubble hood.

The Merlin V12 engine (Packard in American production), thanks to which the Mustang became a first-rate long-range escort fighter.

Yes, it is an accessible kit that a moderately advanced builder will manage; the cockpit and the painting deserve the most attention.

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