Eduard 648532 P-51D 165gal fuel tank 1/48 is a high-quality accessory set designed for the P-51D Mustang fighter aircraft model in 1/48 scale. This product was created by the renowned Czech company Eduard for demanding modelers who are looking for top-level detail and historical realism. The set was produced with Brassin technology, combining resin parts with perfectly reproduced detail, specifically dedicated to Eduard's popular models in this scale.

Features and set contents

• Category: resin accessory set for plastic models
• Contents: two 165-gallon fuel tanks and mounting elements
• Material: high-quality resin (6 precise parts)
• Scale: 1/48
• Decals: yes, realistic markings
• Photo-etched parts: no
• Painting masks: no
• Recommended for Eduard models (but also fits other 1/48 scale P-51D models)

Historical information

The P-51D Mustang was one of the most famous fighter planes of World War II, widely used by the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) and the Allies. Thanks to the adaptation for 165-gallon (625-litre) external fuel tanks, the Mustang could perform long-range escort missions over Germany, participate in strategic bombing raids, and protect bombers along their entire route. The period of use for these external tanks was 1944–1945.

Why choose this set?

Eduard's Brassin tanks stand out due to their excellent detail quality and authentic replication of original P-51D equipment components. Resin allows the rendering of details often absent in standard plastic kits: pronounced panel lines, realistic mounts, and structural elements. Thanks to the included decals, modelers can precisely recreate historical markings. The set is easy to assemble (difficulty level: 2/5) and recommended for both intermediate and beginner modelers wanting to enhance the realism of their P-51D miniature.

Summary

Eduard 648532 P-51D 165gal fuel tank 1/48 is an ideal choice for aircraft modeling enthusiasts and historians interested in World War II. The excellent craftsmanship, easy assembly, and historical accuracy make this product a great choice as an impressive upgrade to any 1/48 scale Mustang model.