Released in December 2018
TAMIYA 1/48 Masterpiece Series Supermarine Spitfire Mk.I. T61119148 Spamari Released in December 2018
[Product Introduction]
TAMIYA 1/48 Masterpiece Series Supermarine Spitfire Mk.I.
[Eternal masterpiece that Britain is proud of]
The Spitfire fought hard as the main fighter of the Royal Air Force during World War II. Its beautiful oval wings and tight fuselage were far more sophisticated in structure and aerodynamics than its contemporaneous fighters, and it was equipped with the famous Rolls-Royce Merlin liquid-cooled engine. The prototype aircraft made its first flight in March 1936, and the first mass-produced Mk.I began deployment in August 1938. In the Battle of Britain in the summer of 1940, when Britain faced a crisis of national survival, the Mk.I served as the core of the fighter squadron, protecting Britain from the onslaught of the Luftwaffe. The Luftwaffe suffered heavy losses and decided to postpone the British invasion indefinitely. Due to this success, the Spitfire became known as the ``fighter to save the nation'' by the British public.
[Model Information]
This is a plastic model assembly kit of Spitfire Mk.I. The beautiful style composed of curved surfaces has been accurately modeled based on detailed interviews with actual machines. The front canopy, sight, antenna support, pitot tube, etc. are available with various specifications that are equipped with Mk.I. The interior of the cockpit, which has a structure without floorboards, is also precisely reproduced. The canopy can be opened or closed. Part of the fuselage is divided into large parts to create separate parts for the canopy in its open and closed states. Even in the open state, the sense of scale is not lost. A set of 3 types of slide marks that can reproduce the early markings of aircraft participating in the Battle of Britain, Dynamo (Dunkirk evacuation support) operation, and the early markings before the outbreak of World War II. Includes 1 pilot figure in a seated position. The sophisticated form is accurately modeled, including the thin main wings designed for high-speed performance and the flowing lines of the fuselage. The elliptical wing with excellent aerodynamic characteristics creates a realistic silhouette of the Spitfire, which combines functionality and beauty. The delicate details on the underside of the aircraft are also a highlight. The identification light in the center of the fuselage is a clear part. The unique bulging cowl shape is faithfully reproduced. The exhaust pipe and fuel inlet also have a sense of precision. The canopy can be opened or closed. In the open state, you can reproduce the state where the boarding door is expanded. Two types of antenna struts are available. Special parts for the sides of the fuselage are prepared to match the open/closed state of the canopy. In either state, the sense of scale is not lost. Includes 1 pilot figure in a seated position. Pay attention not only to her expression, but also to the texture of her clothes and equipment. Photo-etched parts are also used in the cockpit for added detail. Operation levers, bulkheads, oxygen cylinders, etc. are precisely reproduced. Three types of front canopy are available. You can enjoy different specifications depending on the production period, such as the presence or absence of bulletproof glass and the shape of the rearview mirror. Sights include photo-etched parts and light image types with clear parts. Accurate reproduction of each period is possible. The pitot tube on the underside of the left wing can be selected from a single type with one tip (top photo) or a fork type with a bifurcated tip (bottom photo). Photo-etched parts are available to greatly enhance the quality of the finished product. Tighten details such as seat belts, sights, and mesh parts of the radiator. A set of slide marks that allow you to enjoy different markings, mask stickers that are convenient for painting clear parts, and molding stickers that reproduce the knockout panels on the side of the slide canopy. The mesh before and after the radiator is a photo-etched part. Preparing the adhesive part prevents the details from getting buried and allows for secure adhesion. The main landing gear parts are integrated on the left and right sides. The angle is determined accurately and the strength is sufficient. The horizontal stabilizer can be assembled without distortion by inserting the left and right sides as one piece from behind.
[Product specifications]
1/48 scale unpainted assembly kit Size: Total length 191mm, total width 235mm□

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