{"product_id":"51607-italeri-1452-north-american-f-51d-mustang-korean-war-172","title":"Italeri 1452 North American F-51D Mustang Korean War 1\/72","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItaleri 1452 North American F-51D Mustang Korean War 1\/72\u003c\/strong\u003e is an advanced plastic model kit, faithfully replicating the legendary F-51D Mustang fighter in 1\/72 scale. The model is aimed at modelers who value detailed reproduction as well as aviation history enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe aircraft represented by this model is the American F-51D Mustang – redesignated from P-51D in 1948, where the letter \"F\" stands for \"fighter.\" F-51D versions were widely used by the USA during the Korean conflict from 1950 to 1953. Although originally created as a long-range bomber escort during World War II, the Mustang proved invaluable during the Korean War, where it stood out for its excellent maneuverability and unrivaled operational range. During this conflict, the F-51D participated in numerous ground-attack missions, providing support for ground forces and carrying out ground target destruction tasks, despite increasing competition from jet fighters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/72 – ideal for both collections and historical dioramas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperator country:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States of America.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eService period:\u003c\/strong\u003e World War II, Cold War, especially the Korean War (1950–1953).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality plastic – allows for precise assembly and modification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Parts for assembling the aircraft, decals (authentic squadron markings from the Korean War period), clear canopy, detailed assembly instructions. Paints and glue are not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic model kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Italeri 1452 North American F-51D Mustang Korean War 1\/72 model is recommended for both intermediate and experienced modelers. The kit helps develop skills in handling fine details, painting, and applying decals. Meticulously reproduced structural elements and the rich history of the original will satisfy any military model and historical aviation enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly difficulty level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/5 – the kit requires precision but is accessible to most hobbyists, including those wanting to develop their model-building skills with fighters famous for their aerial battles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Italeri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54723018326350,"sku":"IT1452","price":13.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/c78e10329246025e96132e579d15ed6b.jpg?v=1755550591","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.it\/en\/products\/51607-italeri-1452-north-american-f-51d-mustang-korean-war-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}