Airfix - 1:48 Supermarine Spitfire TR.9

No aviation enthusiast can resist the allure of constructing a Spitfire, and this model kit showcases a two-seater variant, reflecting the numerous flight experiences available across the UK today. At a substantial 1:48 scale, this kit comprises 128 parts and offers two different scheme options, encouraging you to purchase two and assemble both! With a wingspan of 234mm, this Skill Level 2 kit is designed for builders aged 8 and up, providing a rewarding assembly that embodies the spirit of this legendary aircraft.

Key Features

• Two-seater Spitfire Tr.9 design inspired by contemporary flight experiences
• 1:48 scale model kit with a wingspan of 234mm
• 128 components for an immersive build
• Includes two scheme options for variety
• Skill Level 2 - suitable for builders aged 8 and older
• Aircraft from the World War Two era
• Constructed from high-quality plastic

History

With numerous two-seat Spitfires offering the public unique flight experiences across the nation, it is noteworthy that each Spitfire T.9 originated as a single-seat fighter, either a Mk.VIII or more frequently, a Mk.IX. Despite the Spitfire's status as perhaps the most renowned combat aircraft in history, with over 20,000 units produced, no official two-seat training versions were created during World War II. This post-war development has allowed the current fleet of Spitfire T.9s to play a crucial role in preserving the legacy of this remarkable aircraft.