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      This is a 1/72 scale Spitfire MK VB Plastic Model Kit from Italeri.

The Supermarine Spitfire Vb represented the first major improvement in
performance and performance for the Spitfire airframe. The Mk Vb had an uprated
Merlin 45 engine of 1600hp compared to the 1100hp of the Mk I/II. The plane
also had the first successful installation of twin Hispano 20mm cannons. The
Mk Vb Spitfires entered service in March 1941 and were active in the defense of
Britain as well as flying over France to attack German positions. More Mk V
Spitfires were produced than any other version of this famous aircraft.

FEATURES: Detailed 1/72nd scale plastic kit for static display.
          53 parts in medium grey and clear with fine recessed panel lines.
          Accurately captures features of Mk Vb: 3-blade propeller, armament.
          Multi-part canopy may be posed open or closed.
          Optional propellor blade styles, air filters (standard, Vokes, and
            Aboukir), and optional standard or clipped wingtips.
          Detailed landing gear and enclosed wheel wells.

MARKING
OPTIONS:  One decal sheet with markings for three aircraft:
            1: s/n EP706/T-L, No. 249 Sqdn, Takali, Malta, 1942.
            2: s/n AB502/IR-G, No 244 Wing,Gourbin, N Africa, 1943.
            3: s/n LN853/AV-D, 355 FS, 4 FG, USAAF, Debden, England, 1942.
          Airframe Colours:
            1 & 2: Dk Earth/Mid Stone camoflage w/ Azure Blue undersides.
            3:  Top: Ocean Grey/Dk Green camo; Bottom: Medium Sea Grey;
              Spinner: Sky.
          Detail Colours:
            British Interior Grey Green, Black, Silver, Yellow, Gloss Red.

INCLUDES: One 1/72 Spitfire MK VB Plastic Model Airplane Kit

REQUIRED: Hobby Knife
          Paint Brushes
          Paint (See MARKING OPTIONS)
          Sandpaper
          Liquid Plastic Cement (Testors, TENAX 7R)
          White Glue, Odourless CA or TENAX 7R (clear parts)
          Thick Plastic Cement, CA or Tube Type (detail parts)
          Nice-to-Have Tools: Needle File Set, Sprue Cutter (see XURON),
            and Airbrush and Associated Accessories.

SPECS:    Scale:             1/72
          Wingspan:          6-1/4" (15.6cm)
          Length (Fuselage): 5"     (12.9cm)
                                                                 11/11/1999 RDT
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