Tamiya 1/ 32 RAAF Supermarine Spitfire Mk.VIII

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Supermarine Spitfire MK VIII

• Item Type: Aircraft Model Kit
• Code: #T60320
• Material: Plastic
• Colour: Unpainted [multicoloured]
• Theme: Aviation
• Model Dimensions: 
  • Length: 302mm
  • Width: 383mm

• Model Includes: 3 decals, instructions, display stand, 2 pilot figures

The Spitfire Mk.VIII, succeeding the Mk.V, used a Merlin 60 engine and introduced several enhancements, including an enlarged rudder, shortened ailerons, retractable tail landing gear and wing-installed fuel tanks. It entered service in 1943 following the Mk.IX's interim deployment.

Primarily engaged in European theatres, the Mk.IX contrasted with the Mk.VIII, dispatched to the Mediterranean and Pacific fronts. Apart from combat in North Africa, Italy, and against the Luftwaffe and Italian air force, the Mk.VIII confronted Japanese Zeros in China/Burma/India and Australia.

The Mk.VIII's innovations, also adopted by the Mk.IX, later extended to Spitfires powered by Griffon engines. This aircraft can be considered the cornerstone influencing subsequent Spitfire variants, shaping their design and development.

Tamiya 1/32 Supermarine Spitfire MK VIII Model Kit

• This model kit offers a 1/32 scale representation of the Supermarine Spitfire Mk.VIII.

• Recreating the iconic Spitfire shape, it accurately replicates the sleek fuselage and graceful teardrop wings.

• Detailed surface features include realistic riveting.

• The distinct characteristics of the Mk.VIII Spitfire are precisely modelled: retractable tail landing gear, shortened ailerons, and precise fuel tank placement.

• Parts for the Mk.VIII's early production model with extended wingtips are provided.

• The model reproduces the wing with its complement of two 20mm cannons and four 7.7mm machine guns.

• Options are available for showcasing the main landing gear in either stowed or deployed positions. Magnetic parts allow flexible positioning for the tail landing gear.

• A display stand is included for an in-flight depiction of the Mk.VIII.

• Engine details, including the Rolls Royce Merlin engine, oil tanks, and supercharger, are accurately replicated with removable engine cowlings.

• Enjoy movable elevators, rudder, ailerons, and adjustable flaps.

• Various parts for representing both 30-gallon and 90-gallon fuel drop tanks are provided.

• The kit includes one seated and one standing pilot figure.

• Markings for the Mk.VIII flown by the U.S. Air Force, RAAF, and Canadian Air Force (Total 3) are included, along with canopy masking stickers.

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