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North American P-51D Mustang

The North American P-51 Mustang is an American long-range, single-seat fighter and fighter-bomber used during World War II and the Korean War. The P-51D variant, with its bubble canopy and Rolls-Royce Merlin engine, is considered the definitive version of the most famous Allied fighter of the war.

Identity

Family Name
P-51
Full Name
North American P-51D Mustang
Reusability
fully_reusable
Slug
p-51d-mustang
Status
retired
Type
other

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Description
The North American P-51 Mustang is an American long-range, single-seat fighter and fighter-bomber used during World War II and the Korean War. The P-51D variant, with its bubble canopy and Rolls-Royce Merlin engine, is considered the definitive version of the most famous Allied fighter of the war.
Diameter M
11.28
Engines
  • Count
    1
    Name
    Packard V-1650-7 Merlin
First Flight Year
1,940
Height M
4.17
Liftoff Mass Kg
5,488
Manufacturer Id
jd780m5a2cp4hrh1drx1w72j7d85kzem

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Creation Time
4/26/2026, 2:27:38 PM
Updated Time
4/26/2026, 2:27:38 PM
North American P-51D Mustang - AeroVia