Assembly of P 51D Mustang
Come along with us as we set out on an exciting trip to create a scale model of the fabled P-51D Mustang, one of the most recognizable fighter aircraft from World War II. You will be guided through every step of building this historically significant aircraft model by this step-by-step assembly guide. Learn the methods and tricks to build a gorgeous replica that pays tribute to the Mustang's history, from unboxing to the finishing touches. This video offers a thorough introduction to help you bring this historical aircraft model to life, regardless of your level of experience with the hobby. Remember to subscribe, like, and comment for more exciting model-building experiences!
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:10 Fuselage
01:20 Stringers
02:23 Propellers
03:21 Tail
03:55 Wing
05:10 Landing gear
05:50 Outro
About the model:
The North American Aviation P-51 Mustang is an American long-range, single-seat fighter and fighter-bomber used during World War II and the Korean War, among other conflicts. The Mustang was designed in April 1940 by a team headed by James H. Kindelberger of North American Aviation (NAA) in response to a requirement of the British Purchasing Commission. The commission approached NAA to build Curtiss P-40 fighters under license for the Royal Air Force (RAF). Rather than build an old design from another company, NAA proposed the design and production of a more modern fighter. The prototype NA-73X airframe was rolled out on 9 September 1940, 102 days after the contract was signed, and first flew on 26 October.
General characteristics
Crew: 1
Length: 32 ft 3 in (9.83 m)
Wingspan: 37 ft 0 in (11.28 m)
Height: 13 ft 4.5 in (4.077 m) tail wheel on ground, vertical propeller blade
Wing area: 235 sq ft (21.8 m2)
Aspect ratio: 5.83
Aerofoil: NAA/NACA 45–100
Empty weight: 7,635 lb (3,463 kg)
Gross weight: 9,200 lb (4,173 kg)
Max take-off weight: 12,100 lb (5,488 kg) 5,490
Fuel capacity: 269 US gal (224 imp gal; 1,020 L)
Zero-lift drag coefficient: 0.0163
Drag area: 3.80 sqft (0.35 m²)
Powerplant: 1 × Packard (Rolls-Royce) V-1650-7 Merlin 12-cylinder liquid cooled engine, 1,490 hp (1,110 kW) at 3,000 rpm;[159] 1,720 hp (1,280 kW) at WEP
Propellers: 4-bladed Hamilton Standard constant-speed, variable-pitch, 11 ft 2 in (3.40 m) diameter.
This video demonstrates the assembly of the scaled down version (1:28) of the P-51D Mustang model and the various parts associated in constructing it.