The Supermarine Spitfire is one of the icons of World War II aerial combat, and its developmental versions, the Mk.V and Mk.IX, played a key role in the conflict. The Spitfire Mk.V became the RAF's main fighter type from 1941-1942 and was deployed on all fronts, from Western Europe to the Mediterranean to North Africa. The Mk.IX was developed as a rapid response to the deployment of the German Bf 109 F and later G, and brought significant improvements in performance.performance, particularly at higher levels, restoring the performance superiority of Allied fighters. Both variants were used extensively by the leading fighter aces, whose personal markings and camouflage became legendary.

Italeri's 1/72nd scale kit allows the Spitfire to be built in either Mk.V or Mk.IX versions and features finely engraved paneling, true-to-life proportions of the elliptical wing and realistic basic fuselage and cockpit details. Included are decals for several attractive fighter ace schemes that add a distinct historical character to the model. The kit is suitable for both novice modellers and collectors focused on RAF aircraft and famous figures of the air war.

The package does not include the paint or glue needed for assembly.