The Supermarine Spitfire is arguably the most famous and beautiful fighter aircraft ever to grace the skies. First flying in 1936, R.J. Mitchells masterpiece was the interceptor of choice for Fighter Command by 1940, and the envy of many of the worlds air arms. Powered by the equally famous Rolls Royce Merlin V12, the Spitfire was capable of speeds of over 360mph and had exceptional manoeuvrability.

The Spitfire was an excellent dog fighter, able to turn on the inside of an opponent to great effect during the struggles over southern England and the English Channel during the Battle of Britain. The Spitfire Mark I has come to be seen as a symbol of The Few, vital to the defence of the United Kingdom against the previously all conquering Luftwaffe. Along with the Hurricane, it cemented its place in history during the Battle of Britain and continues to be a hugely desirable warbird at airshows.

What's in the box?

Plastic kit

Instruction sheet

Paint guide

Decal Sheet

Parts: 149

Scheme Options: 3

• Supermarine Spitfire Mk.I , No.19(F) Squadron, Royal Air Force Duxford, UK, August 1938.
• Supermarine Spitfire Mk.Ia, No. 1 Middle East Training School, Royal Air Force, El Ballah, Egypt, 1942.
• Supermarine Spitfire Mk.Ia, Armée de l'Air, Orléans-Bricy air base, France, captured by Axis forces, July 1940.

Paint and glue not included