1:72 Starter Set Supermarine Spitfire MkVc

The real subject

The Supermarine Spitfire is one of the best known British fighters of the Second World War. The Mk V version was powered by the Rolls-Royce Merlin V12 engine. The letter c in the Mk Vc designation stands for the so-called universal wing, which allowed the armament fit to be changed according to the nature of the task. Machines of this series went into action over Western Europe as well as in the Mediterranean.

What the set contains

The core of the package is an injection-molded plastic kit in 1:72 scale with a decal sheet and building instructions. Compared with the ordinary release the starter version has paints for finishing the model added; the extent of the other accessories differs between individual packages and is given by the manufacturer on the packaging.

Building and painting tips

Separate the parts from the sprue with a sharp blade or with nippers and sand the remains of the gates off. They are glued with ordinary polystyrene cement applied in a small amount to the mating surfaces. Wash and degrease the model before painting. Apply the paint in thin coats so that the panel lines and the fine surface detail stay legible. Mask the cockpit glazing before you start spraying the surrounding areas.

Who it is for

The package suits beginning modelers who want the necessary equipment in one place as well as more experienced builders as a quick addition to a collection. The model is supplied unassembled and unpainted. Tools, thinner and other accessories beyond the contents of the starter package are not included, unless stated otherwise.