Retro warbird favourite: Italeri 1452 - 1/72 North American F-51D Mustang Korean War Model Kit  [IT-1452S]

Italeri 1452 - 1/72 North American F-51D Mustang Korean War
Price:
AUD$19.35
Brand:
Italeri
Model:
IT-1452S
GTIN:
8001283014526
Condition:
Brand New
Available in warehouse
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Italeri 1452 - 1/72 North American F-51D Mustang Korean War - Authentic small scale kit

The North American F-51D Mustang is a landmark design, initially developed as the P-51 and later adapted for Korean War operations. Its Packard V12 engine, the licensed Rolls-Royce Merlin, gave the type strong performance with top speeds close to 700 km/h. The F-51D's armament of six 0.5 M2 Browning machine guns made it a capable escort and, in Korea, an effective ground attack aircraft.

What to expect when building

This 1/72 Italeri kit offers crisply moulded parts that represent the Mustang's lines well. The kit is designed for glue assembly and rewards careful trimming and painting with a scale-accurate finished model suitable for shelf display or small dioramas.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1/72
  • Material: Polystyrene
  • Assembly: Glue required
  • Paint: Not included

Will this kit fit with other 1/72 Korean War models?

Yes. The 1/72 scale keeps the Mustang in proportion with other Korean War aircraft, making it suitable for group displays and mixed collections.

Does the kit require special paints or can I use common hobby brands?

Common hobby enamel or acrylic paints work well. Choose colours based on reference photos for the F-51D and use primer for best adhesion on polystyrene surfaces.

Any tips for getting crisp panel lines on a 1/72 Mustang?

Thin washes and careful sanding around seams reveal panel detail. Apply washes sparingly and remove excess while still wet to avoid over-darkening small panels.

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