{"product_id":"1-48-spitfire-mk-viii-wwii-raaf-fighter-aus-decals","title":"1\/48 Spitfire Mk.VIII WWII RAAF Fighter Aus Decals","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1\/48 Spitfire Mk.VIII WWII RAAF Fighter Aus Decals\u003c\/b\u003e by \u003cb\u003eICM\u003c\/b\u003e delivers accurate late-war fighter detail for aircraft model builders and Royal Australian Air Force collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRAAF decal options included: Markings for Australian-operated Spitfire Mk.VIII aircraft in Pacific service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed cockpit and airframe: Fine panel lines, cockpit interior parts and realistic surface detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional external stores: Drop tank and underwing equipment for varied display choices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinished Model Dimensions (Approximate):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 19.9 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 23.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 6.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/48\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: ICM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Spitfire Mk.VIII WWII RAAF Fighter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParts count: Approx. 140 parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Injection-moulded plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembly: Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint\/Glue: Required (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended Age: 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePilot Figures: Not Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e WWII aircraft enthusiasts, RAAF collectors, 1\/48 scale hobby builders, and display modellers focused on Allied fighters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Supermarine Spitfire Mk.VIII was developed as an improved version of earlier Spitfire variants, with better fuel capacity, revised control surfaces and stronger airframe features suited for extended operations. It entered service in 1943 and became one of the most capable Merlin-powered Spitfires of the war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Royal Australian Air Force service, the Mk.VIII played a major role in the South West Pacific, operating against Japanese aircraft and ground targets from bases in northern Australia and nearby islands. Its reliability in tropical conditions made it well suited to the region. A 1\/48 scale plastic model kit with Australian decals highlights an important chapter of RAAF fighter history during the Second World War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild using paint and glue. Display proudly once finished, at home or in your collection cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a plastic model kit. Assembly, paint, and glue are required. It is not a toy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ICM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46258105122972,"sku":"ICM48067","price":31.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/ICM48067.jpg?v=1773160988","url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyco.com.au\/products\/1-48-spitfire-mk-viii-wwii-raaf-fighter-aus-decals","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}