F6D Mustang (REISSUE)

The P-51 Mustang was first manufactured as a result of an RAF request in 1940 for a fast, heavily armed fighter able to operate at altitudes of more than 20,000 feet. The P-51D was the most widely produced variant of the Mustang family, and one of the photo reconnaissance version was designated F-6D. A total of 126 P-51D Mustangs built at the Inglewood plant were converted to this F-6D version. They carried two cameras in the rear of the fuselage, generally a K17 and a K22. One camera was aimed almost horizontally to the left while the other was directed downwards at an oblique angle. These specially equipped aircraft were used to gain vital aerial intelligence over enemy-held territory.

Dragon has released a fine 1/32 scale kit of one of these photo reconnaissance F-6D Mustangs. This is only the second 1/32 scale aircraft kit from Dragon! In order to incorporate the installed cameras on the left and underneath, the fuselage has been completely retooled. The camera ports are made from transparent plastic in order to give an accurate appearance to their lenses. Cartograf has provided a selection of decal markings for modelers to finish off their Mustang masterpieces. This photo recon Mustang is ready to start clicking away!
Special Features:
- Brand new fuselage w/delicate details beautifully produced by slide mold
- F-6D Reconnaissance aircraft equipped with detailed MGs
- Fuselage camera ports w/clear parts realistically portray F-6D Reconnaissance aircraft
- New hatch on fuselage can be assembled open/closed
- Canopy is made from transparent plastic and comes w/rivet details
- Engine cowling frames are delicately rendered
- Engine cowling cover can be assembled open/closed
- Complete engine compartment
- Exhaust pipes made by slide molds
- Propeller blades w/accurately curved cross-section and true-to-scale thickness
- Landing gear compartment w/interior detail
- Propeller blades are movable
- Realistic panel lines on wings
- Landing gear can be assembled in taxiing or folded position
- Ailerons are movable
- Weighted wheels made of DS
- Pilot's seat upgraded w/photo-etched parts
- Movable rudder w/realistic texture
- Two types of fuel tanks available
- Rockets and bomb included
- Both PTO and ETO markings included to allow display of F-6D in different scenes