Spitfire Mk.IX WWII British Fighter Plane

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: 135 pieces
• Length: 202 mm
• 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