Trumpeter 02283 Mustang III P-51B/C Scale Kit - 1:32  [TP02283]

Trumpeter 1:32 RAF Mustang III (P-51B/C) Scale Build

The Trumpeter 02283 1:32 RAF Mustang III (P-51B/C) kit brings a classic WWII fighter into scale model form for Australian hobbyists. Celebrated for its performance, the P-51B variant was a frontline asset during the crucial period from late 1943 to mid-1944.

Development and Combat Role

First conceived after a British request in 1940, the Mustang moved from brief to prototype in a 120-day effort. The RAF adopted the name 'Mustang' and the aircraft soon proved its worth as an escort and air superiority fighter with units such as the 8th and 9th Air Forces, and later in Italian operations with USAAF squadrons.

What to Expect in the Box

This Trumpeter release models the P-51B with a length of 267mm and a wingspan of 338mm, and contains 292 plastic parts plus 2 photo-etched items and 3 rubber tyres. The kit provides a rewarding challenge for builders who enjoy accurate fit and finish work.