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Release Scheduled in July 2023

Plastic Model Kit

Code¡§454782089172

¡ÚAbout the Aircraft¡Û

The Spitfire of the Royal Air Force is known as a masterpiece fighter of World War II. Its major feature is adopting an elliptical main wing design, contributing to its excellent flight performance. Its maiden flight was made in 1936. In 1939, the first mass-produced Mk. I appeared. After that, numerous types were subsequently developed through continuous improvements. Among them, Mk. IX was deployed in units in 1942. The engine is a Merlin 60 series with a two-stage, two-speed supercharger. The maximum speed was 650km/h. The Spitfires played a leading role in various variants from the early stages of the Battle of Britain to the Normandy landings and throughout the war until its conclusion. Even after the war, Spitfires continued to be used in many countries around the world.

¡ÚAbout the Kit¡Û

¡úThis is a 1/72 scale plastic model assembly kit of the Spitfire, which was a representative British fighter during World War II.
¡úModels the Mk. IXc, which is equipped with an engine from the Merlin series.
¡úParts are made by Eduard of the Czech Republic.
¡úAccurately reproduce the shape of the airframe and wings.
¡úCockpit and landing gear bay interiors are realistic and detailed.
¡úThe canopy can be assembled open or closed.
¡úMarkings are selected from the aircraft of the 127th Squadron that was active in the D-Day landing operation in 1944. Reproduces the markings that depict the national flag of Norway.
¡úThe decal is made by Cartograf with high quality.