ICM Spitfire Mk.IX, WWII British Fighter Plane

Description

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