{"product_id":"1059-tamiya-61040-north-american-p-51d-mustang-8th-af-148","title":"Tamiya 61040 North American P-51D Mustang 8th AF 1\/48","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eTamiya 61040 North American P-51D Mustang 8th AF 1\/48 – Plastic model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTamiya 61040 North American P-51D Mustang 8th AF\u003c\/strong\u003e model in \u003cb\u003e1\/48\u003c\/b\u003e scale is a faithfully reproduced model kit depicting the legendary American fighter aircraft from World War II. The P-51D Mustang was one of the most important and effective Allied fighters, successfully used by the \u003cstrong\u003e8th Air Force of the United States\u003c\/strong\u003e to escort strategic bombers over occupied Europe. The Tamiya model accurately captures the shapes, construction details, and the characteristic silhouette of this aircraft, making it a must-have for every aviation modeling enthusiast and military aviation history buff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/48 – the model measures approximately 20 cm in length when assembled, allowing for accurate depiction of all fuselage, cockpit, and armament details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period:\u003c\/strong\u003e World War II; the fighter served between 1943–1945, mainly on the European theater of operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUser country:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States of America (USA), 8th Air Force USAAF, and RAF units.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e high-quality \u003cb\u003eplastic\u003c\/b\u003e; precisely recreated panels, panel lines, and the distinctive dorsal fin of the \"D\" variant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e complete set of parts to build the model, clear assembly instructions, and decals for marking a selected 8th AF aircraft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e plastic model kit, set dedicated to aircraft modelers and historical equipment collectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Tamiya 61040 model stands out for its excellent fit of parts and wealth of cockpit interior details, Merlin Rolls-Royce engine cover, and wing armament. Detailed decals allow for the recreation of historical markings of specific 8th AF aircraft that played a key role in overcoming German air defenses. The kit does not include extras such as photo-etched parts or metal barrels, but its precision will satisfy even advanced modelers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended especially for:\u003c\/strong\u003e intermediate and experienced modelers seeking a high level of detail and comfortable assembly. Difficulty rating according to our evaluation: \u003cb\u003e3\/5\u003c\/b\u003e. An excellent choice for anyone starting or expanding a collection of Allied World War II fighter models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719685034318,"sku":"T61040","price":18.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/d4c35995966f8f8e1f0a1cfa8446495a.jpg?v=1755477993","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/1059-tamiya-61040-north-american-p-51d-mustang-8th-af-148","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}