Dragon Models 1:72 Warbirds 50167
Supermarine Spitfire Mk V Diecast Model
RAAF No 79th Sqn, "Jen III", Stan Galton, 1944 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Supermarine Spitfire Mk V | | 5" | | 6.25" |
Dragon Warbirds newest release is a Spitfire Mk Vc with the code "UP-A", with "UP" being the designation for 79 Squadron and "A" being the flight. About 250 of these variants were shipped to Australia from 1943 onwards for use by No. 1 Wing of the RAAF. The "C" in the name referred to the new four 20mm cannons that were carried on the wings. The Spitfire Mk Vc was intended for use as an interceptor against Japanese raids. "Jen III" was flown by Squadron Leader Stan Galton between August and October 1944.
Designed by R.J.Michell to meet a British Air Ministry specification, the Supermarine Spitfire first flown on March 5th, 1936. With its combination of beautiful fighter design, the excellent performance of its Rolls-Royce Merlin powerplant and firepower provided by twin cannons and four machine guns, the Spitfire became an unrivaled symbol of victory. The Spitfire had 40 major variants and was built in greater numbers than any other British aircraft of the time. It flew operationally on every front between 1939 and 1945 and was engaged in every one of the Royal Air Force's major actions. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Dragon Models "Dragon Wings 1:72 Warbirds Series" range presents highly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircaft.
Dragon Models "Dragon Wings 1:72 Warbirds Series" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Opening canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiors.
- Selected moveable control surfaces.
- Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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