P-51D Mustang “Old Crow” 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.

Flown by Triple-Ace Clarence “Bud” Anderson during his second tour with the 357th Fighter Group, this P-51D Mustang claimed 4 aerial victories. Sporting a dark green livery with invasion stripes, it was both unique and low visibility in many environments. Decorated with 16 downed German aircraft markings, it survived the war and was sent off to Neubiberg Air Base. Die-Cast version has an authentic paint scheme, etched panel lines, pad printed decals, and spinning propeller. Also includes retracted or deployed landing gear, optional fuel tanks, and display stand to show the model in flight. Measures 5.25”l with a 6.25” wingspan at 1:72 scale.

• Features a high-quality authentic paint scheme, etched panel lines and pad printed decals, with antennas, reflective lights, and surface details carefully replicated.
• Includes retracted or deployed landing gear, optional fuel tanks, spinning propeller, and display stand to show the model in flight.
• Measures 5.25”l with a 6.25” wingspan at 1:72 Scale.
• Highly collectible and limited-edition model.