Tamiya 1/48 Supermarine Spitfire Mk.I & Light Utility Car 10HP
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1/48 Supermarine Spitfire Mk.I & Light Utility Car 10HP
The iconic Spitfire fighter was one of the backbones of the RAF in the battle 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.
During WWII, the British military commissioned various types of civilian pick-up trucks into military service. These “Light Utility Cars” regardless of the make, brand, and year of production were all pressed into service and were thought of affectionately by British personnel. The average “Light Utility Car” was powered by a 30HP motor and could be seen at various fronts. In the latter half of WWII, the Jeep took over the “Light Utility Car’s” frontline responsibilities, but it continued to roll along until the end of the Great War supporting the Allied forces in various roles at airfields and in communication use.
About the Supermarine Spitfire Mk.I Model:
- This is a 1/48 scale plastic model assembly kit. Fuselage length: 191mm, wingspan: 235mm.
- Superb accuracy is based upon in-depth examination of actual aircraft.
- Parts are included to recreate various types of Mk.I front canopy, sights, antenna bases and pitot tubes.
- The interior of the floorless cockpit is rendered in detail.
- Choose between open or closed canopy, each with dedicated parts for superb realism.
- Comes with 1 seated pilot figure and three marking options including for aircraft in the Battle of Britain and Operation Dynamo.
About the British Light Utility Car 10HP Model:
- Length: 84mm. Based on actual research data, the classical form of this vehicle has been richly reproduced.
- The car’s undercarriage, interior, and cargo area are accurately depicted with less parts.
- You can choose to display your model with either an open or closed cargo cover. Adding more enjoyment is the choice of displaying the cargo cover’s rear flap in an open or closed position.
- Further enriching this set are 1944 Northwestern European front British Army, 1944 British Army Polish Corps, and RAF vehicle markings as well as British corps and unit markings.
- Driver figure included.