--- product_id: 488834139 title: "Airfix North American P-51D Mustang 1:48 WWII Aviation Plastic Model Kit A05131A" brand: "airfix" price: "R2532" currency: ZAR in_stock: true category: "Airfix" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/488834139-airfix-north-american-p-51d-mustang-1-48-wwii-aviation store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Requires custom painting 147 detailed pieces 1:48 scale precision Airfix North American P-51D Mustang 1:48 WWII Aviation Plastic Model Kit A05131A **Brand:** airfix **Price:** R2532 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🛠️ Own a piece of history — craft the skies with the P-51D Mustang! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Airfix North American P-51D Mustang 1:48 WWII Aviation Plastic Model Kit A05131A by airfix - **How much does it cost?** R2532 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/488834139-airfix-north-american-p-51d-mustang-1-48-wwii-aviation) ## Best For - airfix enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted airfix brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Iconic WWII Legend:** Build the legendary P-51D Mustang that dominated the skies and changed history. - • **Collector’s Pride:** Officially licensed by Airfix, the UK’s oldest and most trusted scale model manufacturer since 1952. - • **Precision Engineering:** 147 meticulously crafted pieces for an authentic and immersive modeling experience. - • **Intermediate Challenge:** Skill level 3 kit designed to engage and satisfy serious hobbyists. - • **Customizable Masterpiece:** Paint and glue your way to perfection with recommended Humbrol paints for true-to-history finishes. ## Overview The Airfix North American P-51D Mustang 1:48 scale plastic model kit offers 147 precision pieces to recreate the iconic WWII fighter. Designed for intermediate modelers (skill level 3), this kit requires painting and assembly, allowing enthusiasts to customize with authentic Humbrol paints. Measuring 20.4cm by 23.5cm when completed, it celebrates the legendary Mustang’s role in securing Allied air superiority, making it a must-have for history buffs and scale model collectors alike. ## Description It only took 102 days after an initial order was commissioned by the British, for the North American Mustang to be imagined; even during a time of war, the prototype rolled off the manufacturing floor in September of 1940. Seeing a significant drop in performance above 15,000 feet, variations quickly followed to keep up with the battles that constantly took place above this elevation over Europe. The Mustang wasn't used by the United States until their oversight of lack in defence for when their day bomber formations started to become a beacon for the Luftwaffe, proving that remaining tried and true only allows the enemy an advantage and left the bombers vulnerable to future attacks. Once the Mustang started escorting the bombers, the roles were reversed and the Germans quickly saw themselves as the vulnerable ones as their fighters lacked the speed and altitude the Mustang had gained in their updates and were easily picked apart and shot down giving the Allies significant air superiority. Over the course of the war, the Mustang assumed many roles as far as air-to-combat to destroying enemy transports, the Mustang racked up over 10,000 airplanes destroyed in the air and on the ground and stood as one, if not the best, aircraft fighter to take to the skies and dominate to help change the outcome of WWII. ## Features - Airfix is the oldest UK manufacturer of scale model plastic kits and has been producing kits for the mass market since 1952. Airfix produce a wide range of kits aimed at all types of scale modelers with subjects such as; military aircraft, ships, space, cars, dioramas and military vehicles. - Primary Scheme: North American P-51D -15-NA Mustang 'The Millie G' flown by Major Edward Bonfoy Giller, 343rd Fighter Squadron, 55th Fighter Group, 8th Air Force, United States Army Air Force, Royal Air Force Wormingford, Essex, England, 1944-45. Secondary Scheme: North American P-51K-1-NT Mustang 'Frisco Kid' flown by Lt. John Carl Casey, 363rd Fighter Squadron, 375th Fighter Group, 8th Air Force, United States army Air Force, Royal Air Force Leiston, Suffolk, England, 1944. - Skill level: 3. Dimensions of completed kit: length 20.4cm x width 23.5cm. Total Pieces: 147. A great plastic model kit for the intermediate or advanced modeler. - Painting and assembly required. Paints and glue need to be purchased separately. - Humbrol paints needed to complete the liveries are listed on the outside of the box. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B09RMML4RW | | Additional Features | Detaillierte und genaue nordamerikanische P-51D Mustang-Darstellung | | Age Range (Description) | + 8 Years | | Age Range Description | + 8 Years | | Art Craft Kit Type | Plastic Model Airplane Kit | | Brand | Airfix | | Brand Name | Airfix | | Color | Various | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 334 Reviews | | Included Components | 1 unassembled military airplane | | Item Dimensions | 8.03 x 9.25 x 3.44 inches | | Item Type Name | 1:48 WWII Military Aviation Plastic Model Kit | | Item Weight | 0.23 kg | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 8.03 x 9.25 x 3.44 inches | | Manufacturer | Hornby Hobbies | | Manufacturer Part Number | A05131A | | Material | Plastic | | Material Type | Plastic | | Model Name | North American P-51D Mustang 1:48 WWII Aviation Plastic Model Kit | | Model Number | A05131A | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Number of Pieces | 147 | | Paint Type | Oil | | Product Style | North American P-51D Mustang | | Scale | 1:48 | | Seasons | All Seasons | | Set Name | A05131A | | Size | 1:48 | | Subject Character | Air craft | | Theme | Vehicle | | Warranty Description | 1 Year Warranty Against Manufacturer Defects | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** + 8 Years - **Brand:** Airfix - **Color:** Various - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 8.03 x 9.25 x 3.44 inches - **Theme:** Vehicle ## Images ![Airfix North American P-51D Mustang 1:48 WWII Aviation Plastic Model Kit A05131A - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61bUUh-XPxL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Frequently Bought Together - Airfix North American P-51D Mustang 1:48 WWII Aviation Plastic Model Kit A05131A - Rustark 9Pcs Gundam Model Tools Kit Hobby Building, Repairing and Fixing Set for Kids - Cement Glue Value Pack Testors 2-7/8 fl oz tubes --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/488834139-airfix-north-american-p-51d-mustang-1-48-wwii-aviation](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/488834139-airfix-north-american-p-51d-mustang-1-48-wwii-aviation) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-11-04*