This stunning 3/4 scale P-51 replica is shown here during its display debut at the Classic Fighters 2005 airshow at Omaka Aerodrome in Blenheim, New Zealand.
The extraordinary Thunder Mustang is available as a kit for just under $300,00. It offers its owner a unique blend of speed, maneuverability and mystique. Given the power to weight ratio, it outperforms the original North American P-51D fighter at a fraction of the cost.
Thunder Mustang kits contain everything from the spinner, prop and engine to the tail wheel, less your choice of instruments, avionics, paint and upholstery. Each piece of the aircraft reflects professionalism in craftsmanship and technical achievement that sets a new standard for excellence. Extensive prefabrication helps reduce construction time and eliminate hassles.
Fabrication of the Thunder Mustang structural components employ the near exclusive use of carbon fiber pre preg cloth. These parts are cured under vacuum in a computer controlled oven. Carbon pre preg provides exceptional strength and light weight. Kevlar is used in addition to carbon fiber where the structure benefits. Some non structural parts are fabricated of epoxy/glass.
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What is the kit price? $30,000 or $300,000?
Well spotted – my guess is $300,000 – what do you think ?
From the Thunder Mustang web-site: $297,000. http://www.thundermustang.com/kits-for-sale/
I COULD BUILD A 43/4 SCALE OUT OF ALUMINUM AND REBUILD A MARINE RACE ENGINE AND COME IN UNDER 150,00.00 AND SO COULD YOU. ORIGINAL MUSTANG BLUE PRINTS ARE NOT HARD TO FIND.