Spitfire Mk. VB Trop. 601st Squadron, Lentini West 1943 (1:72) by DragonWings 72
Item Number: DRW50129
1/72 Spitfire Mk. VB Trop. 601st Squadron, Lentini West 1943
Serial #: EP689
This Spitfire bears the distinctive two-tone camouflage scheme and RAF markings of a plane based in Sicily in 1943.
Main Features:
- Accurate Spitfire Mk. V mould
- 1/72 authentic scale
- High quality diecast metal fuselage and wings
- Historically accurate
- Detailed cockpit
- Opening/Closed Canopy option
- Engraved panel lines
- Moveable flight control surfaces
- Rotating propeller
- Ready to display
- Display In Flight or In Landing Mode (stand included)
- Approximate dimensions: 5"L x 6.1"W x 1.9"H
About the 601st Squadron:
The 601 Squadron of the RAF was equipped with Spitfires in March of 1942, shortly before it shipped out to the Middle East. This squadron was based in Malta, then North Africa, on to Sicily and finally to Italy as they supported the advance of the Allied armies.
About the Spitfire Mk V:
The Mk. V was nothing more than a Mk. II with the newer Merlin 45 series engine. This engine delivered slightly more takeoff power at 1,440 hp (1074 kW), but greatly increased the power available at higher altitudes due to a new two-speed supercharger design. While it was no Mk. IV, the Mk. V was able to hold its own with the 109Fs it was meeting.