Airfix 1/48 Supermarine Spitfire PR.XIX Plastic Model Kit

Airfix 1/48 Supermarine Spitfire PR.XIX Plastic Model Kit

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Description

The PR.XIX was the final photo reconnaissance version of the Spitfire to see active RAF service. Produced by mating features of the Mk.XI Spitfire to the powerful Griffon engine of the XIV, the PR.XIX was one of the fastest and, some say, best-looking of all Spitfire variants. 

Due to its role as a reconnaissance machine, it featured no armament, relying upon its high top speed to evade potential enemies. After the war, the PR.CIC served in the Far East, operating over Hainan Island and performing the RAF’s last ever operational sortie by a Spitfire over Malaya on 10th June 1957.

Contents:

  • Plastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.

Prepare your workspace for the 1:48 scale Supermarine Spitfire PR.XIX, a model that requires your focus. Comprising 98 plastic components and offering three genuine scheme options, this Skill Level 2 kit beautifully replicates the sleek and functional design of the last photo reconnaissance Spitfire variant.

Key Features

  • 1:48 scale model with 98 plastic components
  • Includes three genuine scheme options
  • 235mm wingspan for a striking display
  • Skill Level 2 -
  • Depicts the final photo reconnaissance Spitfire variant in RAF service

History

The PR.XIX was the ultimate photo reconnaissance version of the Spitfire to be used by the RAF. It combined elements of the Mk.XI Spitfire with the robust Griffon engine from the XIV, making it one of the swiftest and, arguably, most aesthetically pleasing Spitfire models.

Designed for reconnaissance, it carried no weapons, relying on its speed to avoid adversaries. Post-war, the PR.XIX operated in the Far East, flying over Hainan Island and conducting the RAF’s final Spitfire mission over Malaya on 10th June 1957.

Key Specifications

  • Finish: Plastic
  • Skill Level: 2

Full Specifications

Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)21.3
Item Width - Without Packaging (cm)23.5
Item Scale1:48 Scale
Contents (what's in the box) setsPlastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.
Number of Scheme options3
Flying Hours2
Wingspan (mm)235

Specifications

Brand Airfix

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