ROYAL AIR FORCE MUSTANG MK IV, 112 SQUADRON
FOURTH IN A SERIES - AVAILABLE NOW!!!
By Spec Cast Collectibles
* In 1998, Spec Cast announced the first ever WW II "Classic Fighter Plane Series" collection due for release in a staggered format over the course of 1999. Approximately 2500 of each were made of each and represent a specific aircraft that played a historical role in WW II. This is one collection that collectors will want to add to their collections!
#4 in the Classic Fighter Plane Series from Spec Cast, this sharp looking P-51 Mustang is a limited edition (approximately 2500 total made), metal die-cast replica measuring over 10 inches in wing span and features rotating prop and wheels, retracting/extending main gear, baked enamel paint finish, hidden bank access and authentic graphics!
Item Number: AA47023
Price: $59.95
Sale Price $29.95
Historical Note: This Mustang was part of the "Sharkmouth" 112 Sqn, which had originally used it's distinctive markings on P-40 Warhawks in the Western Desert. This aircraft was based in Italy, where the RAF Mk IV and Mk III Mustangs supported Allied ground forces as well as clearing the skies of Axis aircraft.
Historical Note2: The P-51D Mustang, built by North American Aviation, is a single place, low-wing monoplane powered by a Packard-built Rolls Royce engine. Although it was designed primarily as a fighter airplane, it may be equipped to carry bombs, chemical tanks, or rockets.Provision is also made to allow installation of external drop tanks to increase operating range. The airplane also has six .50 caliber machine guns as standard equipment. Armor plate is installed in the cockpit area for protection of the pilot during combat. The P-51D Mustang has a wingspan of 37 feet and a length of 32 feet and stands 134 feet high. The gross weight can be as high as 12,300 pounds when external armament and fuel are carried.