ICM 148 Scale World War II USAAF Fighter Spitfire MkVIII Plane Plastic Aircraft Model Building Kit # 48065

ICM 1/48 Scale World War II USAAF Fighter Spitfire Mk.VIII Plane - Plastic Aircraft Model Building Kit # 48065 In 1943 began production of the Spitfire Mk.VIII modification with retractable tailwheel and increased range. These fighters served in the Mediterranean and Far East in USAAF and RAAF units. Some Spitfire airplanes received American-built Packard Merline engines and designated as Spitfire Mk.XVI. Late-production aircraft had bubble-top canopies. Spitfires Mk.XVI were suited to low altitudes as fighters and fighter-bombers and were used in the end of war in Europe. This kit has engraved panel lines, fully outfitted engine with mounts and firewall, well detailed cockpit, optional open or closed canopy, choice of two gun-bay panel types, separate rudder and ailerons, underwing 250 lb bombs (x2), centerline 500 lb bomb, optional 'slipper' type drop tank and separate cowling access panels. Decals and painting reference for two US Army Air Force aircraft based at Castel Volturno, Italy during 1944: 'Fargo Express' of the 308th FS and 'Betty Jane' of Lt Col McCorcle, CO 31st FG.