1/72 Supermarine Spitfire Mk I - Battle of Britain

The IBG 1/72 Supermarine Spitfire Mk I – Battle of Britain recalls the aircraft that became the symbol of Britain’s defence in the summer and autumn of 1940. The Spitfire Mk I became fully operational in 1938–1939 and was already widespread in front-line RAF squadrons by the time of the German invasion of France. It was powered by a Rolls-Royce Merlin with a single-stage supercharger and armed with eight .303 Browning machine guns.

When the Luftwaffe launched its sustained air campaign against Britain, Spitfire Mk Is operated from airfields across southern England. While the more numerous Hurricanes often went for the bombers, Spitfires were frequently sent against the escorting Bf 109s in high-altitude dogfights. The box art shows a Spitfire in combat amid German bomber formations. Separately, the manufacturer offers 3D-printed wheels with IJ12 tyres, cockpit structure inserts in two armoured-seat options (post-May 1940) and an exterior detail set for the Spitfire Mk I/II.

1/72 scale makes it practical to build the Spitfire alongside its Battle of Britain opponents and allies and assemble a coherent collection. The brown and green camouflage and bold RAF roundels leave plenty of room for careful finishing. Paints and glue required for assembly are not included.

Nationality: Great Britain. Period: World War II.