The is a high-performance, single-seat fighter that represented the pinnacle of the early, Allison-engined North American Aviation Mustang series. It is widely recognized for its exceptional low-altitude speed and specialized capabilities as a fighter-bomber before the introduction of the more famous Merlin-powered "razorback" and bubble-canopy variants. Technical Specifications
Due to its limited production, very few P-51A Mustangs remain today. Download 51A Mustang rar
: It followed the A-36 Apache dive-bomber and preceded the Merlin-powered variants, serving primarily in the Mediterranean and China-Burma-India theaters. : It followed the A-36 Apache dive-bomber and
: Often features early Mustang variants, including the P-51A, at their annual airshows. Available Documentation : Allison V-1710-81 (1,200 hp)
Compared to later models, the P-51A featured a lighter airframe and a powerplant optimized for lower altitudes. : Allison V-1710-81 (1,200 hp).
: Located in Chino, California, this museum houses an airworthy P-51A (43-6274) that underwent a meticulous restoration to modern safety standards.
: Four .50-caliber machine guns (two in each wing) and racks for two 500 lb bombs. Performance : Maximum Speed : 390 mph.
