Arma Hobby 70038 P-51 B/C Mustang™ Expert Set 1/72

Arma Hobby 70038 P-51 B/C Mustang™ Expert Set 1/72 is a high-quality plastic aircraft model kit intended for demanding modelers who expect the highest attention to detail. The model is a faithful miniature of one of the most recognizable fighter planes of World War II, offering the possibility to build several key versions of the P-51 Mustang – P-51B, P-51C, the reconnaissance F-6C, and the British Mustang Mk III. The 1/72 scale allows for precise reproduction of details while maintaining compact dimensions of the finished model.

• Category: plastic model kit
• Manufacturer: Arma Hobby
• Scale: 1/72
• Material: high-quality plastic, includes photo-etched parts and masks
• Contents: plastic parts, photo-etched sheets, decals with 6 different painting options (4 USAAF, 2 RAF), masks for canopy and wheels
• Difficulty level: 4/5 (model recommended for advanced modelers and collectors seeking increased realism and rich detail)

P-51 Mustang is an American fighter aircraft introduced into service during World War II. The development of the Mustang brought a breakthrough in Allied air strategy – thanks to excellent performance with the new Merlin engine, this aircraft became one of the best escort fighters for bombers and a versatile machine also used for reconnaissance and ground attack missions. It served in the USAF and RAF from 1943 until the end of the war, and was also operated by Commonwealth countries.

The set includes parts that allow you to recreate various versions of the aircraft:

• P-51B "Ding Hao" (Boxted, England 1944)
• P-51C "Evalina" (China 1945)
• Mustang III KH516 (Polish Air Force, 1945)
• F-6C reconnaissance used during the Normandy landings
• Mustang III (RAAF, Italy, 1944)
• P-51C "Snookie" (France, 1944)
• Bonus: Japanese captured aircraft from 1945

Why choose this product? The "Expert Set" is the best choice for World War II aviation enthusiasts who value authenticity, detail, and a wealth of historical marking options. The rich contents (photo-etched sheet, masks, excellent decals, and a selection of multiple versions) will make modeling not only satisfying but also creative. It's also an ideal choice for collectors of Allied aircraft replicas and for ambitious modelers seeking an expert-level challenge.