Tamiya Plastic Model Kit
RAF Mustang III (1/48) 61047
The RAF Mustang III was a British adaptation of the renowned North American P-51, powered by the Rolls-Royce Merlin engine for superior high-altitude performance. In 1940, with the war at its peak, the Packard Motor Company in the United States began licensed production of the Merlin V-1650-1, enabling a significant leap in speed, range, and operational ceiling. This transformed the Mustang into a true long-range escort fighter, capable of protecting Allied bombers deep into enemy territory.
- 1/48 scale detailed plastic model kit
- Includes accurate Malcolm hood canopy for improved pilot visibility
- Realistic cockpit with instrument panel and seat detail
- Features finely reproduced undercarriage and radiator scoop
- Authentic RAF markings and paint scheme options
- Replicates the refined lines of the Merlin-powered Mustang
The Malcolm hood canopy, adopted from British fighter design, solved the visibility issues of the earlier low-profile P-51B/C canopy, offering pilots much-needed headroom and clearer sightlines in combat. The RAF Mustang III played a vital role in long-range escort missions over Europe, combining the agility of a fighter with the endurance of a bomber escort. Its blend of speed, firepower, and range ensured it became one of the most respected Allied fighters of the Second World War.
