{"product_id":"spitfire-mk-iv-1-72-model-kit-by-italeri","title":"Spitfire Mk.IV 1:72 Model Kit by Italeri","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild an important experimental variant of Britain's legendary fighter with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItaleri Spitfire Mk.IV 1:72 Model Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Featuring finely moulded plastic parts, detailed cockpit components and authentic decals, this kit accurately recreates the Spitfire Mk.IV, a crucial stepping stone in the aircraft's wartime development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for aviation enthusiasts and WWII aircraft modellers, the completed model makes an excellent addition to any RAF collection and offers a rewarding build in a compact 1:72 scale.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale: 1:72\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer: Italeri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAircraft: Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinely detailed plastic parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed cockpit and surface features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic decal sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssembly required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlue and paints not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlastic model kit parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecal sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory of the Original Aircraft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Snapshot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupermarine Spitfire Mk.IV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was developed during the Second World War as an experimental evolution of the highly successful Spitfire design. Created by fitting the proven Spitfire airframe with the new Rolls-Royce Griffon engine, the Mk.IV was intended to provide a significant increase in power and performance over the Merlin-powered variants that had served so successfully since the Battle of Britain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe prototype first flew in 1941 and demonstrated impressive improvements in speed, climb rate and low-altitude performance. Externally, the Mk.IV retained the familiar elegant lines of earlier Spitfires, but the larger Griffon engine required a redesigned nose and four-bladed propeller, giving the aircraft a more aggressive appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough the Mk.IV itself was produced only in limited numbers and did not see operational service, it proved invaluable in testing and development. The lessons learned from the programme directly influenced later Griffon-powered variants, including the Spitfire Mk.XII, Mk.XIV and Mk.XVIII, all of which became highly capable frontline fighters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe introduction of the Griffon engine allowed the Spitfire to remain competitive against increasingly advanced German aircraft during the later years of the war. These later variants excelled in interceptor, fighter and ground-attack roles, helping to maintain Allied air superiority across Europe until the end of the conflict.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, the Spitfire Mk.IV is remembered not for its combat record, but for its vital role in the continued evolution of one of the greatest fighter aircraft ever built. It represents an important chapter in the Spitfire's remarkable development and the constant drive for improved performance during wartime.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a plastic model kit and requires assembly. Glue, paints and modelling tools are sold separately. Due to the small parts and detailed assembly involved, this kit is recommended for experienced beginners and above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCH Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60214586212686,"sku":"1307","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1051\/3360\/5198\/files\/1307_001.jpg?v=1784984206","url":"https:\/\/schmodels.co.uk\/products\/spitfire-mk-iv-1-72-model-kit-by-italeri","provider":"SCH Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}