{"product_id":"f977-leg14663ld-north-american-mustang-mkiv-aircraft-kh774-fl-ellis-blanchford-no-112-shark-squadron-239-wing-italy-1945-royal-air-force-172-diecast-model-airplane-by-legion","title":"North American Mustang Mk.IV – KH774, No. 112 'Shark' Squadron RAF (1945) | 1:72 Diecast by Legion","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLegion 1:72 Scale Diecast – RAF Mustang Mk.IV, Italy 1945\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOwn a piece of WWII aviation history. This precision 1:72 diecast captures aircraft \u003cstrong\u003eKH774\u003c\/strong\u003e, flown by F\/L Ellis Blanchford of No. 112 \"Shark\" Squadron, 239 Wing, over the skies of Italy in the war's final chapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eModel Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/72 scale diecast metal construction with plastic detail parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic shark-mouth squadron markings of No. 112 Squadron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRealistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: approx. 5.25\" length × 6.25\" wingspan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes display stand — ready to showcase out of the box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo openings; sealed for display integrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer's original, unopened packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe History Behind the Model\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe North American P-51 Mustang — designated Mustang Mk.IV in RAF service — was one of the most effective long-range fighters of WWII. KH774 operated from forward bases in Italy, flying fighter sweeps, armed reconnaissance, and ground-attack missions against retreating Axis forces during the Spring 1945 Po Valley campaign. No. 112 \"Shark\" Squadron's distinctive nose art made these aircraft instantly recognizable — and feared.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis replica honors the RAF's decisive role in achieving Allied air dominance in the Mediterranean Theater. A striking display piece for serious collectors of RAF history and WWII aviation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShips from USA · Ships to USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Legion","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43429034491952,"sku":"F977-LEG-14663LD","price":63.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/7716\/2032\/files\/LEG-14663LD.jpg?v=1784766721","url":"https:\/\/www.jollysaintnicks.net\/products\/f977-leg14663ld-north-american-mustang-mkiv-aircraft-kh774-fl-ellis-blanchford-no-112-shark-squadron-239-wing-italy-1945-royal-air-force-172-diecast-model-airplane-by-legion","provider":"Jolly Saint Nick's ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}