Airfix 1/48 Supermarine Spitfire Mk.XII Plastic Model Kit

Airfix 1/48 Supermarine Spitfire Mk.XII Plastic Model Kit

$59.99

Description

This 1:48 scale model accurately depicts the Supermarine Spitfire Mk.XII, the first production variant of this iconic aircraft to feature the robust Rolls-Royce Griffon engine. Consisting of 98 components and boasting a wingspan of 207mm, this Skill Level 2 kit is perfect, providing a rewarding assembly experience that highlights this pivotal wartime model. The Griffon engine evolved from the 'R' sprint engine, originally powering the Supermarine Schneider Trophy racing seaplanes in the late 1920s and early 1930s.

Key Features

  • 98 piece plastic kit in 1:48 scale
  • Spitfire variant with Rolls-Royce Griffon engine
  • Includes two genuine paint schemes
  • Skill Level 2 - great for budding modellers
  • 207mm wingspan when built

History

The Mk.XII marked a notable advancement in the Spitfire lineage, being the first production model to incorporate the Rolls-Royce Griffon engine. This formidable engine was a refinement of the 'R' sprint engine, which had driven Supermarine's Schneider Trophy racing seaplanes to success in the late 1920s and early 1930s. The integration of the Griffon engine represented a crucial evolutionary step for the Spitfire, enhancing its power and performance within Mitchell's graceful design.

Key Specifications

  • Finish: Plastic
  • Skill Level: 2

Full Specifications

Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)20.2
Item Height - Without Packaging (cm)6.35
Item Width - Without Packaging (cm)20.7
Item Scale1:48 Scale
Contents (what's in the box) setsSprues & decals
Number of Scheme options2
Flying Hours2
Wingspan (mm)207

Specifications

Brand Airfix

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