The H-King VQ Models P-51B Mustang (ARF) "Berlin Express" has a highly detailed "weathered look" covering to reflect the wartime struggles and hardships that this legendary fighter went through, see below. This ARF model also includes servoless retracts with scale-looking oleo's (exclusive to H-King), a realistic hand-painted pilot, spinner, molded air scoop and drop tanks, fiberglass cowl, servo mounts, decals, and a complete hardware pack including mount and fuel tank for the glow version.
Other features include flaps and a battery hatch to facilitate easy battery pack changes between flight sorties if you are electrifying the Mustang. Please note the photos show a few details that you will need to add on at the building stage. These photos illustrate how a few extra details such as antenna and antenna wire etc can increase the scale appearance of your model.
William Bruce "Bill" Overstreet Jr. (April 10, 1921 – December 29, 2013) was an American fighter pilot and a veteran of the 357th Fighter Group, 363rd Fighter Squadron of the United States Army Air Forces during World War II. He is best known for his solo pursuit of a German Messerschmitt Bf 109G underneath the arches of the Eiffel Tower in 1944
In the spring of 1944, Bill Overstreet and his P-51B Mustang, the "Berlin Express", were near Paris when the action started, immortalized in the artwork by Len Krenzler. Overstreet had followed a Bf109 from the enemy fighter sortie that had attacked the US bomber group he was escorting. After most of the German fighters had broken off the attack, Overstreet and the German had begun a running dogfight, but as they neared Paris the Bf109 pilot had Overstreet on his tail. With the German pilot's desperation undoubtedly growing, he aimed his plane at the Eiffel Tower and in a surprising maneuver, flew beneath it. Undeterred, Overstreet followed right behind him scoring several hits which caused the Bf 109G to crash.
The P-51 Mustang is one of the most iconic US fighters of World War II. The P-51B was an early P-51 Model and could be known as a P-51B or P-51C depending on where the plane was assembled. If you own a P-51D Mustang then add its forerunner to your squadron today! The distinct canopy and razorback will turn heads wherever you fly!
Features:
• Servoless retracts and scale oleo's (exclusive to H-King)
• Jig built factory assembled lite ply fuselage and wings
• Factory covered with weathered detail and painted pilot
• Control surfaces fitted and pre-hinged
• Top hatch for quick battery access
• Suitable for glow or electric power systems
• Includes a complete hardware pack
Specs:
Wingspan: 60in (1524mm)
Length: 46.8in (1189mm)
AUW Ready to Fly: 2.72-2.94kg (6 - 6.5lbs) will vary with set up
Engine: .40 ~ .46 (2-Stroke) /.56~ .70 (4 Stroke) or electric equivalent
Radio: 6 channels with 6/7 servos
Electric Motor: 4250-500 to 5055-430 or equivalent
ESC: 60-80A or above
Battery: 6S 4000mAh or similar
Some suggested power set-ups:
Each set-up uses a 6S 4000mAh LiPo pack and an 80A ESC.
Turnigy SK3 5055-430 with a 15x6 2 blade: 990W, 47A, static thrust 3880g, 9mins mixed flight time.
Turnigy SK3 5045-500 with a 13x6.5 2 blades: 950W, 45A, ST 3680g, 9mins mixed flight.
Turnigy SK3 4250-500 with 13x6.5 2 blades: 956W, 45A, ST 3750g, 9mins mixed flight time.
NTM PropDrive 5050-580 with 13x6 2 blade: 1292W, 62A, ST 4470g, 7.5mins mixed flight time.
Required (not supplied) Electric version:
6ch or more transmitter and receiver
4 Std size MG servos
2 Mini MG servos (for flaps)
60-80A or more electronic speed controller with BEC or separate BEC unit
4250-580 to 5055-430 or similar brushless outrunner motor
6S 4000mAh LiPo battery
Suitable propeller
Extension leads
5 & 30min epoxy, CA glue, silicone sealer
Tools (as listed in the assembly manual)
Required (not supplied) I.C.version:
6ch or more transmitter and receiver
5 Std size MG servos
2 Mini MG servos (for flaps)
.40-.46 2 stroke nitro motor or .70 4 stroke nitro motor
Suitable propeller
Silicone fuel pipe
Extension leads
Receiver battery and on/off switch
5 & 30min epoxy, CA glue, silicone sealer
Tools (as listed in the assembly manual)
Please note: A set of assembly instructions with step-by-step illustrations are available to download under the "Files" tab above.
