Tamiya 61119 Supermarine Spitfire Mk I
The iconic Spitfire fighter was one of the backbones of the RAF in the desperate struggle for the skies during WWII, sporting a refined design and aesthetically pleasing elliptical wing, plus the proven Rolls Royce Merlin engine. It first flew in March 1936, and some two and a half years later in August 1938 the first production Spitfires - the Mk.I - started to reach units. This Mk.I would have a vital role to play in the Battle of Britain as the RAF and Luftwaffe played out a titanic struggle for the skies, and the successful fighting off of the Luftwaffe ensured that the Spitfire earned international fame that continues even in the modern day.
About the Model
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Superb accuracy is based upon in-depth examination of actual aircraft
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Parts are included to recreate various types of Mk.I front canopy, sights, antenna bases and pitot tubes
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The interior of the floorless cockpit is rendered in detail
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Choose between open or closed canopy, each with dedicated parts for superb realism
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Comes with 1 seated pilot figure and three marking options including for aircraft in the Battle of Britain and Operation Dynamo
Tamiya Color Chart:
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AS-12 Bare-Metal Silver |
X-26 Clear Orange |
XF-50 Field Blue |
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TS-6 Matt Black |
X-31 Titanium Gold |
XF-52 Flat Earth |
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TS-27 Matt White |
XF-1 Flat Black |
XF-53 Neutral Grey |
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X-1 Black |
XF-2 Flat White |
XF-55 Deck Tan |
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X-2 White |
XF-6 Copper |
XF-56 Metallic Grey |
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X-5 Green |
XF-7 Flat Red |
XF-59 Desert Yellow |
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X-7 Red |
XF-15 Flat Flesh |
XF-61 Dark Green |
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X-10 Gun Metal |
XF-16 Flat Aluminum |
XF-62 Olive Drab |
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X-11 Chrome Silver |
XF-19 Sky Grey |
XF-64 Red Brown |
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X-12 Gold Leaf |
XF-21 Sky |
XF-71 Cockpit Green |
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X-18 Semi Gloss Black |
XF-49 Khaki |
XF-85 Rubber Black |
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★The refined form of the Spitfire with its flowing fuselage lines is captured with aplomb.
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★Take a look from above at the distinctive elliptical wing and elegant shape in accurate 1/48.
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★A look at the underside showcases plenty of detail, with clear parts for the identification lamp.
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★Take a closer look at the Mk.I nose, with distinctive bulging cowls, exhausts and fuel filler cap.
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★Assemble with open or closed canopy, and dedicated parts for each to ensure a highly realistic appearance.
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★This image shows the parts lined up for each canopy option, including dedicated fuselage side section.
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★A realistic pilot figure is included in the kit, in seated pose and with accurate uniform and equipment.
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★Here is a close-up on the cockpit, with excellent molded detail enhanced by included photo-etched parts.
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★A comparison of the 3 included types of front canopy: with and without bulletproof glass and rear view mirror.
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★The kit includes a choice between standard sight (photo-etched parts) and reflector sight (clear parts).
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★Under the port wing, the modeler can choose between single and forked type pitot tubes.
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★A wide selection of photo-etched parts is included, to depict sight, seatbelt parts, radiator mesh and more.
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★The model comes with a decal sheet, masking stickers for clear parts, and molded stickers.
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★The kit is engineered to ensure proper fixing of photo-etched radiator mesh without compromising detail.
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★An integrated parts breakdown for the main landing gear ensures sturdiness and an accurate angle.
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★Horizontal stabilizers are also an integrated part, and slotted in from the rear of the model.
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★Three marking options are included in the kit - which will you choose for your Spitfire masterpiece?
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