The British Spitfire fighter plane was one of the flying legends of World War II. In 1942 the Spitfire Mk.IX modification on the Mk. V base included the installation of a more potent engine. The plane was reliable in service and possessed excellent flight characteristics. The Mk.IX were used in the European theatre of WWII in many roles as universal (F) low-altitude (LF) and high-altitude (HF) fighters as well as being used as fighter-bombers. The Spitfire Mk.IX were in service in the RAF USAAF Air Forces of USSR France Italy Czechoslovakia and some other countries.
Model Features
- Accurate copy of the prototype
- Highly detailed engine and cockpit interior
- Two version decal sheet is included
Markings Available
- Spitfire HF.IX Sqn.Ldr. H. Armstrong (12 victories) OC No 611 Sqn. Biggin Hill Febreary 1942
- Spitfire HF.IX Wg. Cdr. J. Johnson (38 victories) OC No 144 Wg. June 1944
Model Information
- Scale: 1:48
- Number of Parts:135pieces
- Length:202mm
- Width:235 mm
- Includes detailed assembly instructions
- Highly detailed sprues with high accuracy made from quality plastic
- Box size: 247 x 183 x 33 mm
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