RS Models 1/72 North-American P-51H Mustang # 92219

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RSMI92219

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8594183912196

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The P-51H was the final production Mustang and used the new V-1650-9 engine, a version of the Merlin that included Simmons automatic supercharger boost control with water injection, allowing War Emergency Power as high as 2,218 hp.

With the new airframe, the extra power and a more streamlined radiator, the P-51H was among the fastest propeller fighters ever, able to reach 784 km/h.

The P-51H was designed as the primary aircraft for the invasion of Japan, with 2,000 ordered to be manufactured at Inglewood.

Production was just ramping up with 555 delivered when the war ended. Although some P-51Hs were issued to operational units, none saw combat in World War II, and in postwar service, most were issued to reserve units.

One aircraft was provided to the RAF for testing and evaluation.

The P-51H was not used for combat in the Korean War.

1. P-51H, 412th, March Field, CA, August 1945
2. P-51H-1,prototype, Mines Field, Los Angeles, February 1945
3. P-51H, KN987, RAF, Boscombe Down 1945
4. P-51H from the 62th FS, 56th FG, Alaska Air Command, 1948

RS Models 1/72 North-American P-51H Mustang # 92219

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SKU	RSMI92219
Manufacturer	RS Models
Scale	1/72
EAN	8594183912196
Short Description	The North American P-51H Mustang was a high-performance fighter aircraft developed by North American Aviation during World War II. It was the final production variant of the legendary P-51 Mustang series and represented the culmination of continuous improvements to the design. The P-51H was powered by a Packard-built V-1650-9 inline engine, which provided exceptional speed and performance at high altitudes. Its sleek aerodynamic design, combined with the powerful engine, allowed it to achieve speeds of over 400 mph (640 km/h) and climb rates that surpassed earlier variants. Designed to address the shortcomings of previous models, the P-51H featured a lighter airframe, simplified construction, and improved cockpit visibility. These enhancements resulted in a more maneuverable and agile aircraft, making it highly effective in dogfights and air-to-air combat. Despite its advanced features, the P-51H entered service late in World War II, with only a limited number produced before the end of the conflict. As a result, it saw relatively little combat compared to earlier variants. However, it remained in service with the United States Air Force (USAF) after the war and served with various Air National Guard units. Although its combat career was brief, the P-51H Mustang left a lasting legacy as one of the most capable and advanced piston-engine fighters of its time. Its exceptional performance, combined with its iconic design and role in securing air superiority during World War II, cemented its place in aviation history as a legendary fighter aircraft.