Tamiya 1/48 P-51B Mustang Razorback Model Kit (61042)

Tamiya 1/48 P-51B Mustang Razorback Model Kit (61042)

The P-51B Mustang predates the iconic bubble-canopied D-variant and is instantly recognisable by its distinctive Razorback fuselage spine. Powered by the Rolls-Royce Merlin engine that made the Mustang legendary, the B-variant escorted Allied bombers over Europe — dramatically reducing losses and helping turn the tide of the air war. Tamiya's 1/48 kit faithfully reproduces the B-variant's silhouette with ordnance options for a fully armed display.

Key Features

• Accurately reproduces the distinctive Razorback-style fuselage
• Parts included for two 500lb bombs and two drop tanks
• One pilot figure included
• Three marking options included

Specifications

Package Includes

• Plastic model assembly kit
• Decal sheet (3 marking options)
• Instruction manual with paint guide
• Pilot figure

Recommended Acrylic Paints

The following Tamiya acrylic paints are recommended to complete this kit.

• XF-1 Flat Black: Tyres, anti-skid walkways, exhaust stacks, and gun barrels.
• XF-2 Flat White: Invasion stripes, national insignia white elements, and markings.
• XF-3 Flat Yellow: Nose band markings and squadron identification colours.
• XF-5 Flat Green: Upper surface camouflage (Olive Drab base mix).
• XF-7 Flat Red: Invasion stripes red elements and nose art details.
• XF-15 Flat Flesh: Pilot figure skin tones.
• XF-19 Sky Grey: Lower fuselage and wing undersurfaces.
• XF-21 Sky: RAF-scheme undersurfaces and spinner (for RAF marking options).
• XF-22 RLM Grey: Panel line shading and weathering effects.
• XF-24 Dark Grey: Cockpit interior, instrument panels, and seat.
• XF-53 Neutral Grey: Undersurface areas and landing gear bays.
• X-18 Semi-Gloss Black: Engine compartment, exhaust manifolds, and cockpit details.

Recommended Surface Primers

Apply a surface primer before painting to improve adhesion and reveal surface imperfections.

• Tamiya Liquid Surface Primer – Grey 40ml: Ideal for grey-scheme builds; excellent adhesion on plastic.
• Tamiya Liquid Surface Primer – White 40ml: Best base for light-coloured upper surfaces and natural metal finishes.
• Tamiya Fine Surface Primer L – Pink: Ultra-fine formula for revealing panel lines and surface detail.
• Tamiya Fine Surface Primer L – White 180ml: Large-format white primer for full airbrush priming sessions.
• Tamiya Surface Primer L – Grey 100ml: Versatile grey primer suitable for plastic and metal parts.

Recommended Masking Tape

Precision masking tape is essential for clean camouflage demarcation lines and invasion stripes on this kit.

• AK Interactive Masking Tape 2mm x 20m: Perfect for tight panel lines and narrow stripe edges.
• AK Interactive Masking Tape 5mm x 20m: Ideal for medium-width camouflage boundaries.
• AK Interactive Masking Tape 12mm x 20m: Great for masking larger surface areas and broad stripes.
• AK Interactive Blue Masking Tape for Curves 2mm: Flexible tape for the Razorback's curved fuselage demarcation lines.
• AK Interactive Blue Masking Tape for Curves 1mm: Ultra-fine flexible tape for tight curves and complex camouflage patterns.

Recommended Glue & Putty

Quality adhesive and filler ensure strong joins and seamless seams throughout the build.

• AK Interactive Professional Plastic Glue 30g: Fast-setting plastic cement for strong, clean joins on all kit parts.
• AK Interactive White Acrylic Modelling Putty 20ml: Water-based filler for seam lines, gaps, and surface imperfections; sands easily when dry.