Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IXc 485 Sqn 1:48 Model

Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IXc 485 Sqn 1:48 Model

Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IXc 485 Sqn 1:48 Model

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SKU
DESK215490

Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IXe 485 Sqn. 1:48 Model

This diecast model from Hobby Master represents a Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IXe ML407 assigned to RAF No. 485 (New Zealand) Squadron in April 1944. This model wears the black and white recognition stripes applied for the D-Day invasion, June 6, 1944. On D-Day F/O Johnnie Houlton was flying this aircraft when he shot down the first enemy aircraft over Omaha Beach.

The Supermarine Spitfire is a British single-seat fighter aircraft used by the Royal Air Force and many other Allied countries during World War II and into the 1950s as a front line fighter and in secondary roles. The Spitfire was first flown on March 5, 1936 and entered service with the RAF in August 1938. It served in several roles, including; interceptor, photo-reconnaissance, fighter bomber, carrier-based fighter and trainer. The Spitfire was built in many variants, using several wing configurations. It was produced in greater numbers than any other British aircraft and was the only British fighter in continuous production throughout the war. When production ended in February 1948, a total of 20,351 Spitfires of all variants had been built.

Hobby Master is a manufacturer of high quality, pre-built, diecast models. Each model is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, using specifications of the original aircraft or vehicle. They are made with die-cast metal and some plastic components.

  • 1:48 scale
  • Length: 7.5 inches
  • Wingspan: 9.2 inches
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Brand Historic Aviation
UPC 4895173416859
SKU DESK215490
MPN HA8326W