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METAL DIE CAST MODELS /
SCALE 1/72 - WW2 USAAF US AIR FORCE FIGHTER PLANE MODELS

Some of the 1/72 Die Cast Model series come as sets or with Free Gifts. Check the other sections to cover all models.
P-51D Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model - Lt. Col. Edward McComas
$24.95 		P-51D Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model - Lt. Col. Edward McComas
Wearing the markings of Lt. Col. Edward O. McComas, commanding officer of the 118th TRS/23rd Fighter Group who achieved 14 kills in only ten weeks and was the only "ace in a day" in the 14th Air Force, this 1/72 scale die cast model features engraved panel lines, extended landing gear, a rotating propeller, a pilot figure, authentic markings and more. 6" wingspan.
  

P-51D Mustang 1/72 ModelTuskegee Airmen, Creamer's Dream

$24.95

P-51D Mustang 1/72 Model
Tuskegee Airmen, Creamer's Dream
This limited edition 1/72 scale die cast model is of Lt. Charles White's Creamer's Dream, one of the first P-51D Mutangs allocated to the 332nd Fighter Group. Model features engraved panel lines, optional position landing gear with rubber tires, a rotating prop, a pilot figure, drop tanks and more. 63⁄4" wingspan; includes display stand.
         

P-51D Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model - Kit Carson

$21.95

 P-51D Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model - Kit Carson
This highly detailed, 1/72 scale die cast model features the markings of Leonard "Kit" Carson, top scorer of the 357th Fighter Group. He scored all 181/2 of his victories in five different Mustangs, each named Nooky Booky. Model measures 5" in length with a 6" wingspan; includes a rotating prop, pilot figure and authentic markings; and arrives ready to display on the fixed landing gear.		  

 $21.95		 P-51D Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model - Kit Carson
This highly detailed, 1/72 scale die cast model features the markings of Leonard "Kit" Carson, top scorer of the 357th Fighter Group. He scored all 181⁄2 of his victories in five different Mustangs, each named Nooky Booky. Model measures 5" in length with a 6" wingspan; includes a rotating prop, pilot figure and authentic markings; and arrives ready to display on the fixed landing gear.
         

P-51D Mustang 1/72 Model Tuskegee Airmen, Creamer's Dream
$24.95

 P-51D Mustang 1/72 Model Tuskegee Airmen, Creamer's Dream
This limited edition 1/72 scale die cast model is of Lt. Charles White's Creamer's Dream, one of the first P-51D Mutangs allocated to the 332nd Fighter Group. Model features engraved panel lines, optional position landing gear with rubber tires, a rotating prop, a pilot figure, drop tanks and more. 63⁄4" wingspan; includes display stand.		  

P-51D-10 Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model - Lt. Col. Elwyn Righetti, CO of the 55th Fighter Group
$29.95

P-51D-10 Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model - Lt. Col. Elwyn Righetti, CO of the 55th Fighter Group
Nicknamed "King of the Strafers" for the 27 strafing victories he achieved on top of his 71⁄2 aerial kills, Lt. Col. Elwyn Righetti, Commanding Officer of the 55th Fighter Group, flew this Mustang in 1945. 1/72 scale limited edition model features engraved panel lines, a complete cockpit with a crew figure, drop tanks, optional position landing gear with rubber tires, authentic markings and more. 63⁄4" wingspan; includes a display stand and a bonus 6"x 4" nose art panel that can be display alongside the model.
         
P-51D-20 Mustang 1/72 Model - Maj. William Shomo, The Flying Undertaker
$24.95 		P-51D-20 Mustang 1/72 Model - Maj. William Shomo, The Flying Undertaker
Replicating the Mustang flown by Congressional Medal of Honor recipient Maj. William Shomo - who earned his medal when he claimed seven Japanese aircraft in a single mission - this 1/72 scale die cast model features engraved panel lines, a rotating prop, a pilot figure, drop tanks, and more. 6" wingspan; arrives ready to display on fixed landing gear.		   P-51 Mustang III 1/72 Die Cast Model - Eugeniusz Dziubek Horbachzewski
$19.95 		P-51 Mustang III 1/72 Die Cast Model - Eugeniusz Dziubek Horbachzewski
The first in a new collection of 1/72 scale die cast warbirds made by Corgi, these models replicate those flown by some of the most famous pilots of World War II. You get textured surface details, fully glazed cockpit windows, authentic markings… even a display stand. All for less than $20! And as an added bonus, if you collect the first 14 models to appear in the line, Corgi will send you a free Sights & Sounds model worth more than $150! So don't wait; start your new warbirds collection today!
Note: These models do not include landing gear or pilot figures.
         
P-51D Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model - Maj. Walker "Bud" Mahurin, Luzon, 1945
$32.95 		P-51D Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model - Maj. Walker "Bud" Mahurin, Luzon, 1945
Late in World War II, after being shot down and evading capture by the Germans, "Bud" Mahurin was transferred to the Pacific where he flew this Mustang - and added one kill to his European tally of 20 - as commanding officer of the newly formed 3rd Air Commando Group. In addition to the authentic, weathered markings of Mahurin's plane, this limited edition, 1/72 scale model features engraved panel lines, optional position landing gear, a display stand, and a figure of Mahurin in the cockpit. 63⁄4" wingspan.		   P-51D Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model With Nose Art Panel - "Down for Double," Lt. Col. Gordon Graham
$34.95 		P-51D Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model With Nose Art Panel - "Down for Double," Lt. Col. Gordon Graham
This 1/72 scale, limited edition model replicates Down for Double, flown by Lt. Col. Gordon Graham who achieved 7 aerial and 91⁄2 strafing victories flying with the 355th Fighter Group, the top strafing unit of the 8th Air Force. You get engraved panel lines, a detailed cockpit with a bubble canopy and a pilot figure, auxiliary fuel tanks, optional position landing gear with rubber tires, authentic markings and more. 6" wingspan; includes a display stand and a bonus 6"x 4" nose art panel that can be display alongside the model.
         
P-51D Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model - 361st Fighter Group, Detroit Miss
$22.95		 P-51D Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model - 361st Fighter Group, Detroit Miss
Replicating the Mustang of 2nd Lt. Urban Drew, who shot down the enormous Bv 238 flying boat and later became the first Allied pilot to shoot down two Me 262s on one mission, this 1/72 scale die cast model features engraved panel lines, a rotating propeller, a figure of Drew in the cockpit, highly detailed markings, and more. 6" wingspan; includes a display stand.		   P-51D Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model - Maj. Robin Olds, 479th FG
$32.95 		P-51D Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model - Maj. Robin Olds, 479th FG
Shipping July 2006; Pre-Order Yours Today!
         
P-51D Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model - 4th Fighter Group, Maj. Pierce McKennon
$22.95 		P-51D Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model - 4th Fighter Group, Maj. Pierce McKennon
Replicating the Mustang of Maj. Pierce McKennon, who achieved 12 aerial victories and 91⁄2 strafing kills while flying with the 4th Fighter Group in Europe, this 1/72 scale die cast model features engraved panel lines, a rotating propeller, a figure of McKennon in the cockpit, authentic markings including highly detailed Ridge Runner nose art, and more. 6" wingspan; includes a display stand.		   P-51D Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model - 'Sizzlin' Liz, Maj. Gerald Montgomery
$29.95 		P-51D Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model - 'Sizzlin' Liz, Maj. Gerald Montgomery
Replicating a Mustang that belonged to 171⁄2-victory ace Maj. Gerald Montgomery who flew out of Debden with the 4th Fighter Group in 1945, this limited edition, 1/72 scale die cast model features engraved panel lines, an engine cowl that opens to reveal a detailed Merlin engine, a nicely outfitted cockpit with a figure of Montgomery, external fuel tanks, optional position landing gear with rubber tires, an authentic paint scheme including “Sizzlin’ Liz” nose art and 15 kill markings, and more. 6” wingspan; includes a display stand.
         

P-51D-10 Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model - Lt. Col. Elwyn Righetti, CO of the 55th Fighter Group

$34.95

P-51D-10 Mustang 1/72 Die Cast Model - Lt. Col. Elwyn Righetti, CO of the 55th Fighter Group
Nicknamed "King of the Strafers" for the 27 strafing victories he achieved on top of his 71⁄2 aerial kills, Lt. Col. Elwyn Righetti, Commanding Officer of the 55th Fighter Group, flew this Mustang in 1945. 1/72 scale limited edition model features engraved panel lines, a complete cockpit with a crew figure, drop tanks, optional position landing gear with rubber tires, authentic markings and more. 6" wingspan; includes a display stand and a bonus 6"x 4" nose art panel that can be display alongside the model.		  

P-47D 1/72 Die Cast Model - 61st Fighter Squadron, 56th Fighter Group
$24.95

 P-47D 1/72 Die Cast Model - 61st Fighter Squadron, 56th Fighter Group
This highly detailed 1/72 scale model of Lt. Frank Klibbe's Little Chief features engraved panel lines, optional position gear and canopy, removable drop tanks, moveable flight control surfaces, authentic 56th Fighter Group markings and more. 63⁄4" wingspan; includes a display stand.
         


$29.95		 P-47D Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model - Maj. Glenn Eagleston, 353rd FS/354th FG, 1944
This limited edition 1/72 scale P-47 Thunderbolt - flown by Major Glenn T. Eagleston, the 9th Air Force's leading ace with 181⁄2 victories - features engraved panel lines, optional position landing gear with rubber tires, a polished metal finish with authentic markings, a spinning propeller, a pilot figure, and a bonus 6"x 4" die cast nose art panel that can be displayed along with the model. 63⁄4" wingspan; includes display stand.		   P-47D Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model - Capt. Walker "Bud" Mahurin
$32.95 		P-47D Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model - Capt. Walker "Bud" Mahurin
Replicating the P-47D of Capt. Walker "Bud" Mahurin, who was the USAAF's first double ace in Europe, ending WWII with 203⁄4 victories (and earning 31⁄2 more over Korea), this 1/72 scale, limited edition die cast model features engraved panel lines, optional position landing gear, a pilot figure, Mahurin's authentic 56th Fighter Group markings, a "weathered" finish, a display stand and more. 7" wingspan.
         


$33.95		 P-47D Thunderbolt Die Cast Model - 19th FS, 218th FG, Miss Mary Lou
This limited edition 1/72 scale P-47 Thunderbolt features the markings of Miss Mary Lou of the 19th Fighter Squadron. Flying night and day strafing missions out of Saipan, Miss Mary Lou dropped general-purpose bombs and rockets in support of advancing ground troops. Model has a 63⁄4" wingspan and features a spinning propeller, rubber tires, display stand, weapons and more.		  

$19.95		 P-47 Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model - 62nd FS/56th FG, 1944, Boche Buster
This 1/72 scale die cast model of a P-47D Thunderbolt replicates Boche Buster, a fighter piloted by Lt. Fred Christensen of the 62nd Fighter Squadron of the 56th Fighter Group. Model has a 7" wingspan; includes a rotating prop, pilot figure and authentic markings; and arrives ready to display on the fixed landing gear.
         
P-47 Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model - 62nd FS/56th FG, 1944, Boche Buster
$23.95		 P-47 Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model - 62nd FS/56th FG, 1944, Boche Buster
This 1/72 scale die cast model of a P-47D Thunderbolt replicates Boche Buster, a fighter piloted by Lt. Fred Christensen of the 62nd Fighter Squadron of the 56th Fighter Group. Model has a 7" wingspan; includes a rotating prop, pilot figure and authentic markings; and arrives ready to display on the fixed landing gear.		   P-47 Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model - Francis S. "Gabby" Gabreski, 56th Fighter Group
 $29.95		 P-47 Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model - Francis S. "Gabby" Gabreski, 56th Fighter Group
Wearing the markings of Lt. Col. Francis "Gabby" Gabreski, who was the United States' leading World War II ace with 31 victories when he was shot down and became a POW in 1944, this 1/72 scale die cast model features engraved panel lines, an optional position canopy, movable flight control surfaces, optional position landing gear with rubber tires, a rotating propeller, authentic markings and more. 7" wingspan; includes a display stand.
         
P-47C-5 Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model
$24.95 		P-47C-5 Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model
This 1/72 scale model features remarkable details such as engraved panel lines, external fuel tanks, moveable flight control surfaces, wing-mounted machine guns, optional position landing gear, a display stand, and the authentic "The Missouri Kid/Sho-Me" markings of 4th Fighter Group triple ace Ralph "Kidd" Hofer from Debden in 1943. 7" wingspan.		  

P-47D Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model - Capt. Edwin Fisher
$24.95

P-47D Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model - Capt. Edwin Fisher
This 1/72 scale model replicating that of Capt. Ed Fisher - one of only three aces in the 362nd Fighter Group - features engraved panel lines, Fisher's authentic "Shirley Jane" markings and more. 7" wingspan; arrives ready to display.
         
P-47D Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model - 78th Fighter Group
$24.95 		P-47D Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model - 78th Fighter Group
With the colorful markings of the 78th Fighter Group's "Okie," this 1/72 scale die cast model is a standout. You get engraved panel lines, a canopy that can be displayed opened or closed, removable drop tanks, a rotating propeller, optional position landing gear, a display stand and more. 7" wingspan; arrives ready to display.		   P-47D Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model - Maj. Glenn T. Eagleston, 353rd FS, 354th FG
 $24.95 		P-47D Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model - Maj. Glenn T. Eagleston, 353rd FS, 354th FG
This 1/72 scale P-47 Thunderbolt - flown by Major Glenn T. Eagleston, the 9th Air Force's leading ace with 181⁄2 victories - features engraved panel lines, an optional position canopy, optional position landing gear with rubber tires, external fuel tanks, a rotating propeller, authentic markings and more. 63⁄4" wingspan; includes a display stand.
         

P-47D Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model - Col. Joseph Laughlin, CO of the 362nd FG

$24.95

P-47D Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model - Col. Joseph Laughlin, CO of the 362nd FG
This 1/72 scale model replicating that of Col. Joseph Laughlin, commanding officer of the 362nd Fighter Group, features engraved panel lines; moveable flight control surfaces; optional position landing gear and canopy; a rotating propeller; authentic markings, including Laughlin's "Five by Five" nose art; a display stand and more. 7" wingspan; arrives ready to display.		   P-47D Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model - 4th FG, Lt. Duane "Bee" Beeson
$29.95 		P-47D Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model - 4th FG, Lt. Duane "Bee" Beeson
This limited edition, 1/72 scale die cast model replicates the P-47D "razorback" Thunderbolt of the 4th Fighter Group's Duane Beeson, who achieved 17 aerial kills and might have beat Eddie Rickenbacker's World War I total of 26 kills had he not been shot down and taken as a POW in 1944. The model features engraved panel lines; optional position landing gear with rubber tires; a rotating propeller; a figure of Beeson in the cockpit; authentic markings, including Beeson's "Boise Bee" nose art; and more. 63⁄4" wingspan; includes a display stand and a numbered certificate.
         
P-47D Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model with Nose Art Panel - Spiros "Steve" Pisanos, 4th FG, Debden
$32.95 		P-47D Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model with Nose Art Panel - Spiros "Steve" Pisanos, 4th FG, Debden
This 1/72 scale limited edition model features engraved panel lines, optional position landing gear, a pilot figure, a display stand, and the authentic 1943 Debden markings of 4th Fighter Group ace Lt. Spiros "Steve" Pisanos - including a 6"x 4" bonus panel that displays in extra detail his supremely seductive nose art. 7" wingspan.		   P-47D Thunderbolt Die Cast Model - 19th FS, 218th FG, Miss Mary Lou
$33.95 		P-47D Thunderbolt Die Cast Model - 19th FS, 218th FG, Miss Mary Lou
This limited edition 1/72 scale P-47 Thunderbolt features the markings of Miss Mary Lou of the 19th Fighter Squadron. Flying night and day strafing missions out of Saipan, Miss Mary Lou dropped general-purpose bombs and rockets in support of advancing ground troops. Model has a 63⁄4" wingspan and features a spinning propeller, rubber tires, display stand, weapons and more.
         
Republic P-47 Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model - Dave Shilling
$19.95 		Republic P-47 Thunderbolt 1/72 Die Cast Model - Dave Shilling
Shipping June 2006; Pre-Order Yours Today!		   P-38J Lightning 1/72 Die Cast Model - Capt. Robin Olds, 479th FG
$43.95 		P-38J Lightning 1/72 Die Cast Model - Capt. Robin Olds, 479th FG
Shipping December 2006; Pre-Order Yours Today!
         
P-38J "Droop Snoot" Lightning 1/72 Die Cast Model - 20th Fighter Group
$39.95		 P-38J "Droop Snoot" Lightning 1/72 Die Cast Model - 20th Fighter Group
One of the first 1/72 die cast Lightnings we've ever offered, this limited edition model's premium quality was worth the wait. You get engraved panel lines, a detailed cockpit with a clear canopy and a pilot figure, the "droop snoot" variant's glazed nose enclosure that housed a bombardier and equipment for bomb targeting, two 2,000 lb. bombs, authentic markings including D-Day stripes, and more. 81⁄2" wingspan; includes a display stand and a numbered certificate.		   P-38J-15 Lightning 1/72 Die Cast Model - "Marge," Maj. Richard Bong
$39.95 		P-38J-15 Lightning 1/72 Die Cast Model - "Marge," Maj. Richard Bong
More of you have asked for this than for anything else… and here it is: our first ever 1/72 scale die cast P-38 Lightning! And not only is it beautifully detailed and exacting in every regard, it also wears the markings - including the famous "Marge" nose art - of the United States' all-time #1 ace, Maj. Richard Bong. Note that this is a Limited Edition and availability will be tight. So even though delivery is 6-8 weeks away, the time to reserve yours is now. Remember, you can cancel at any time, and Historic Aviation will never charge your credit card before your order is shipped.
         
P-40E Warhawk 1/72 Die Cast Model - "Typhoon McGoon," 49th Fighter Group
$32.95 		P-40E Warhawk 1/72 Die Cast Model - "Typhoon McGoon," 49th Fighter Group
Replicating "Typhoon McGoon," which Clyde Kinsley flew with the 49th Fighter Group (whose total of 678 enemy aircraft destroyed was higher than any other group in the Pacific), this limited edition, 1/72 scale die cast model features engraved panel lines, detailed add-on parts such as a gunsight and an external fuel tank, optional position landing gear with rubber tires, a rotating propeller, a pilot figure, superbly detailed markings, and more. 61⁄4" wingspan; includes a display stand.		   Curtiss P-40 Kittyhawk IA 1/72 Die Cast Model - Les Jackson
$19.95 		Curtiss P-40 Kittyhawk IA 1/72 Die Cast Model - Les Jackson
Shipping June 2006; Pre-Order Yours Today!
         
P-40E Warhawk 1/72 Die Cast Model
$23.95 		P-40E Warhawk 1/72 Die Cast Model
Featuring the markings of Maj. Edward Rector, who achieved the "Flying Tiger's" first aerial victory in December, 1941, this 1/72 scale die cast model features engraved panel lines, a rotating propeller, a pilot figure, a drop tank, authentic markings and more. 6" wingspan.		   P-40E Warhawk 1/72 Die Cast Model - Col. Robert L. Scott
$32.95 		P-40E Warhawk 1/72 Die Cast Model - Col. Robert L. Scott
Featuring the markings of Col. Robert L. Scott, double-ace commander of the 23rd Fighter Group who passed away just this last February, this limited edition 1/72 scale die cast model includes engraved panel lines; optional position landing gear with real rubber tires; a figure of Col. Scott in the cockpit; authentic markings, including the group's famous shark's teeth; and more. 6" wingspan; includes a display stand.
         

Stinson Reliant 1/72 Die Cast Bank

$49.95

 Stinson Reliant 1/72 Die Cast Bank
This limited edition die cast Stinson is actually a bank - the coin slot is cleverly hidden under the hinged canopy. Featuring a spinning propeller, rotating rubber tires, attached key and precision modelling, this numbered model is highly collectible! Featuring the markings of the U.S. Army, this is actually the military version of the Reliant, known as the UC-81 transport. 11" wingspan.		  

Stinson Reliant 1/72 Die Cast Bank

$49.95

 Stinson Reliant 1/72 Die Cast Bank
U.S. Army Air Corps
This limited edition die cast Stinson is actually a bank - the coin slot is cleverly hidden under the hinged canopy. With its spinning propeller, rotating rubber tires, attached key and precision molding, this numbered model is highly collectible! Featuring the markings of the U.S. Army Air Force, this is actually the military version of the Reliant, known as the UC-81 transport. 11" wingspan.