TAMIYA 300060321 SPITFIRE MK.XVI E Military Massage Model, Multicoloured

Tamiya Plastic Model Kit Tamiya Supermarine Spitfire Mk.XVIe (1/32) The Supermarine Spitfire Mk.XVIe represented one of the final evolutions of this legendary British fighter. Based on the Mk.IX airframe but powered by a Packard-built Merlin engine, the Mk.XVIe featured a distinctive bubble canopy and clipped wings for improved low-altitude performance. This 1/32 scale model from Tamiya delivers exceptional detail and accuracy, making it an excellent choice for modellers interested in late-war RAF aircraft. 1/32 scale plastic model assembly kit Accurate depiction of the Mk.XVIe with bubble canopy Includes parts for open or closed canopy configuration Fully detailed cockpit with instrument panel and side consoles Optional drop tanks and ordnance included Flaps and control surfaces can be posed Two pilot figures: seated and standing Marking options for various RAF squadrons This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately. History: Entering service in the latter stages of WWII, the Supermarine Spitfire Mk.XVIe retained the outstanding agility of its predecessors while incorporating advancements suited to late-war combat. It was equipped with a bubble canopy for better visibility, a revised “E” wing configuration for mixed cannon and machine gun armament, and a Merlin engine manufactured in the USA. The Mk.XVIe saw service in ground-attack and low-level interception roles, contributing to the RAF’s efforts across the European theatre in 1944 and 1945.

Model building 1:32 scale Photoetched parts included Model number: 300060321