{"product_id":"corgi-aa27702-1-72-f-51d-mustang-usaf-18th-fbg-was-that-too-fast-1951","title":"Corgi AA27702 1:72 F-51D Mustang USAF 18th FBG 'Was that too fast?' 1951","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA fiercely decorated close air support veteran from the Korean War.\u003c\/strong\u003e This highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast model by Corgi (AA27702) replicates the North American F-51D Mustang (#44-12953), named \"Was that too fast?\", operating with the USAF 18th Fighter Bomber Group (FBG) out of Chinhae Airfield, South Korea, in 1951. Re-designated from P-51D to F-51D in the post-WWII era, the legendary Mustang was repurposed as a highly capable long-range strike aircraft during the Korean conflict. Operating in grueling ground-attack roles, the 18th FBG's Mustangs dropped napalm and fired rockets into heavily defended positions, becoming a vital pillar of United Nations tactical support. This release beautifully features the iconic shark mouth nose art, contrasting with its sleek natural metal finish and colorful yellow tail markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for curators of Korean War aviation history and classic American fighter command collections, this Aviation Archive Collector Series release serves as a definitive historical artifact. The 1:72 scale model is engineered with exceptional precision, featuring a large transparent \"bubble-top\" canopy that allows for easy viewing of the hand-painted pilot figure and detailed cockpit. For enhanced display options, a removable engine cowling is included to reveal an intricately detailed Rolls-Royce Merlin engine replica underneath. Complete with accurate under-wing structural detail visible inside the wheel wells, realistic radiator scoops, and under-wing drop tanks, this premium model stands beautifully on its included metal presentation stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFact Sheet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corgi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aviation Archive Collector Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel code:\u003c\/strong\u003e AA27702\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e North American F-51D Mustang\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial:\u003c\/strong\u003e #44-12953\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eName\/Nose Art:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Was that too fast?\" (Shark Mouth)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e USAF 18th Fighter Bomber Group (18th FBG)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chinhae Airfield, South Korea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1951\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,200 pieces worldwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diecast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable engine cowling with detailed Merlin engine, authentic shark mouth nose art, bubble-top canopy with pilot figure, custom display stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.25\" or 13.3 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWingspan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.25\" or 15.9 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Mint (10\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Mint (10\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAny imperfections are shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading tab for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Corgi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57506013315454,"sku":null,"price":42.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_2137.jpg?v=1780672477","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/corgi-aa27702-1-72-f-51d-mustang-usaf-18th-fbg-was-that-too-fast-1951","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}