P-51D Mustang

DCS WORLD - QUICK REFERENCE

V-SPEEDS
SpeedValueDescription
Rotation~120-130 MPH (105-115 kts)Weight dependent
Climb165 MPH IASBest rate of climb
Approach120-130 MPH (105-115 kts)Normal approach
Threshold110-115 MPHOver runway
Best Glide~155 MPHPower off glide
Gear Limit190 MPHMax gear extended
Flap Limit170 MPHMax flaps extended
POWER SETTINGS
PhaseSetting
Takeoff61 IN HG / 3,000 RPM (WEP available)
Climb46 IN HG / 2,700 RPM
Cruise42-43 IN HG / 2,400 RPM
WEP (Emergency)75 IN HG / 3,000 RPM (5 min limit)
FLAP SCHEDULE
SettingMax SpeedUse
UPAnyCruise / Climb
PART (10-20 deg)< 170 MPHTakeoff / Combat
FULL (45 deg)< 170 MPHLanding
ENGINE LIMITS
ParameterValue
Max Manifold Pressure61 IN HG (takeoff)
Max RPM3,000 RPM
Oil Pressure50-80 PSI
Oil Temp Max80 C
Coolant Temp Max121 C
Fuel Pressure5-6 PSI
KEY NUMBERS
ParameterValue
Internal Fuel269 US gal (1,018 L)
Drop Tank Fuel2x 108 gal (optional)
Max G+8.0 / -4.0 (limit)
Gun Rounds1,880 (6x .50 cal M2)
Max Crosswind12 kts
Best Endurance Speed~160 MPH