North American P-51D Mustang, iconic WWII fighter, in classic 'Little Friends' checkered nose livery at sunset.
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North American P-51D Mustang, iconic WWII fighter, in classic 'Little Friends' checkered nose livery at sunset.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
P51
Model
P-51D Mustang
Manufacturer
North American Aviation
Livery
World War II 361st Fighter Group 'Little Friends' checkered nose, USAAF
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
Packard V-1650-7 Merlin V12 (Rolls Royce Merlin, license-built)
Thrust
Piston engine, approx. 1,490 hp (not measured in thrust)
Wingspan
11.28 meters
Length
9.83 meters
Height
4.17 meters
MTOW
5,488 kilograms
Range
2,755 kilometers
Capacity
1 (pilot only), occasional small rear seat in some post-war conversions
Cruise Speed
610 kilometers per hour
Noise Rating
N/A (pre-ICAO noise standards), typically over 100 dB for piston warbirds