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1/48 Eduard Spitfire Mk.XVI High Back ProfiPACK Edition

Build the late-war British fighter with this 1/48 scale Spitfire Mk.XVI ProfiPACK edition kit from Eduard. This premium kit offers exceptional detail and building options, allowing you to construct either a standard canopy or high-back variant of this Packard Merlin-powered Spitfire that served with distinction in the final year of World War II.

Kit Contents

• Plastic Parts: Eduard's precision-molded components with crisp detail and excellent fit
• Marking Options: 6 authentic schemes representing RAF Spitfire Mk.XVI aircraft
• Decals: High-quality Eduard decals with accurate colors and excellent opacity
• Photo-Etched Parts: Pre-painted PE parts for enhanced cockpit and exterior detail
• Painting Mask: Included for crisp canopy framing and clean paint lines
• Build Options: Standard canopy or high-back configuration
• Scale: 1/48

About the Spitfire Mk.XVI

The Supermarine Spitfire Mk.XVI was a late-war variant powered by the American-built Packard Merlin 266 engine, essentially making it the production equivalent of the Mk.IX. Introduced in 1944, the Mk.XVI featured a distinctive bubble canopy or high-back configuration, clipped wings for improved low-altitude performance, and served extensively during the final campaigns in Europe. This variant represented the culmination of the Spitfire's evolution as a low-to-medium altitude fighter-bomber.

Complementary Products

Enhance your Spitfire Mk.XVI build with these aftermarket accessories:

• 1/48 Art Scale Spitfire Mk.XVI Double-Sided Express Fit Mask
• 1/48 Art Scale Spitfire Mk.XVI One-Sided Express Fit Mask

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