Revell 1/72 73953 Spitfire MK.LIA Starter Kit

The Supermarine Spitfire is more than just an aircraft; it is the symbol of British resistance and one of the most elegant fighter aircraft ever built. Their elliptical wings are legendary. With this starter kit, you'll make getting started with model building easier than ever before. You don't have to worry about finding the right accessories because we've thought of everything. Basic colors, the right glue and a brush are already included in the box. No matter whether you are a beginner or just want to build a classic in a relaxed manner - unpack and get started. 

Features

• Everything included: No extra purchase necessary – Aqua Color paints, brushes and Contacta glue are included in the set.
• Quick success: With a clear 38 parts and level 3, the kit is ideal for beginners aged 10 and over.
• Nice details: Enjoy a detailed cockpit, textured surfaces and a moving propeller.
• Perfect scale: At 1:72 (approx. 13 cm long), the Spitfire fits perfectly on the shelf without taking up much space.
• Authentic look: The included decals allow you to build a real machine from the "Air Fighting Development Unit" from 1942.

Building the Spitfire Mk.IIa is a journey back in time to the 1940s. You assemble the famous landing gear, design the cockpit and add the characteristic wings to the fuselage. Thanks to the included colors, you can immediately give the model the right coat of paint. The finished model impresses with its harmonious proportions and is ideal for gaining initial experience with applying waterslide decals.

Background information

The Spitfire Mk.IIa was a further development of the famous fighter from the Battle of Britain. Equipped with a more powerful Merlin engine, it offered Royal Air Force (RAF) pilots decisive advantages in air combat. This model represents an aircraft from the "Air Fighting Development Unit" that was stationed in Doxford, England in April 1942. Such units were essential to develop new combat tactics and ensure superiority over the Luftwaffe.

Contents

• Plastic model kit (not assembled)
• Illustrated, multilingual building instructions
• Decal set (RAF, Doxford 1942)
• Brush
• Basic colors (Revell Aqua Color)
• Adhesive (Revell Contacta plastic tube glue)