{"product_id":"1-48-spitfire-mk-viii-wwii-usaaf-fighter","title":"1\/43 Spitfire MK.VIII WWII USAAF Fighter","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1\/43 Spitfire MK.VIII WWII USAAF Fighter\u003c\/b\u003e by \u003cb\u003eICM\u003c\/b\u003e delivers a finely scaled fighter aircraft build for WWII aviation displays, historical collections, and hobby workbench projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed airframe parts: Cleanly moulded fuselage, wings, and tail surfaces capture the lines of the Spitfire Mk.VIII.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear canopy and cockpit detail: Includes cockpit interior parts and transparent canopy sections for a realistic finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSAAF markings included: Decals allow the aircraft to be finished in United States Army Air Forces service markings.\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: 22.1 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 26.3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 6.0 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\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/43\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: ICM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Spitfire MK.VIII WWII USAAF Fighter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParts count: 84\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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e Aircraft modellers, WWII collectors, beginner to intermediate hobby builders, and display shelf aviation enthusiasts.\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 marks, fitted with a stronger airframe, retractable tailwheel, and better fuel capacity for longer-range operations. It entered service in 1943 and was used mainly in the Mediterranean, India, and Pacific theatres rather than over Britain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome Spitfire Mk.VIII aircraft were flown by the United States Army Air Forces in overseas operations, mainly by units working closely with Allied air commands in the Mediterranean and Far East. Pilots valued the aircraft for its agility, strong climb rate, and combat performance at medium altitude. The Mk.VIII became one of the most refined Merlin-powered Spitfires built during the 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":46258108858524,"sku":"ICM48065","price":31.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/ICM48065-1.jpg?v=1773422310","url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyco.com.au\/products\/1-48-spitfire-mk-viii-wwii-usaaf-fighter","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}