Eduard SIN64869 P-51D ADVANCED for EDUARD 1/48

The Eduard SIN64869 P-51D ADVANCED for EDUARD 1/48 set is a comprehensive, advanced package designed for modelers building the P-51D fighter aircraft in the popular 1/48 scale. This product has been created to enhance the quality and detail of a replica of this iconic aircraft. The set includes as many as four detailed sub-sets: Hamilton Standard propeller, Merlin engine compartment, intricately reproduced armament bays, and the distinctive 75-gallon underwing drop tanks.

• Scale: 1/48
• Designed for: Eduard P-51D Mustang
• Country of original use: United States of America and allied countries
• Historical era: World War II and the early Cold War period
• Material: high-quality resin and photo-etched details
• Category: accessory add-ons – advanced model detailing set

Historical information

The P-51D Mustang was one of the most important fighter planes of World War II, widely used by the Allies, especially by the USAAF on various fronts – from Europe to the Pacific. The aircraft became famous for escorting Allied bombers as well as countless combat successes. The P-51D model, equipped with the Packard Merlin engine and Hamilton Standard propeller, significantly influenced the course of aerial battles during the war.

Key features of Eduard SIN64869 P-51D Advanced 1/48

• Beautifully reproduced Hamilton Standard propeller details in resin parts
• Precisely executed engine compartment with photo-etched details
• Highly detailed armament bays, perfect for displaying the model in an open configuration
• Realistic 75-gallon underwing tanks, crucial for model authenticity
• Targeted at advanced modelers seeking the highest level of detail fidelity

We recommend this set to all modelers who wish to bring the realism and historical accuracy of their P-51D model to the highest level. We rate the construction difficulty at 4/5 – the set requires basic experience with resin and photo-etched parts as well as precise assembly and painting skills.