Hobby Master - Supermarine Spitfire Mk.1a Fighter Aircraft "J/P9374 Dunkirk" British Royal Air Force "Air Power Series" 1/48 - Multicolor
Hobby Master - Supermarine Spitfire Mk.1a Fighter Aircraft "J/P9374 Dunkirk" British Royal Air Force "Air Power Series" 1/48 - Multicolor
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- Brand: Hobby Master
- Model Number: HA7817
- Product Name: Supermarine Spitfire Mk.1a Fighter Aircraft "J/P9374 Dunkirk" British Royal Air Force "Air Power Series" 1/48
- Color: Multicolor
- Recommended Minimum Age: 15 years
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- Warranty - Parts: False
- Warranty - Labor: False
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- Scale: 1/48
- UPC: 3342584112852
Product Description Brand new 1/48 scale diecast model of Supermarine Spitfire Mk.1a Fighter Aircraft "J/P9374, Dunkirk" British Royal Air Force "Air Power Series" die cast model by Hobby Master. Brand new box. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Includes pilot figure. Has opening canopy. Includes display stand. Officially licensed product. Manufacturer's original unopened packaging. Dimensions approximately Length- 7.5, Wingspan- 9.25 inches. Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel. It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history. Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane. HISTORY ASPECTS: Spitfire Mk.Ia "Dunkirk" J/P9374 of the Royal Air Force holds a remarkable place in aviation history, both for its role in one of World War II’s most critical evacuations and its incredible rediscovery decades later. Built in early 1940 by Vickers Supermarine, P9374 was assigned to No. 92 Squadron RAF during the early stages of the Battle of France. On May 24, 1940, Pilot Officer Peter Cazenove flew the aircraft on a combat mission over Dunkirk, providing air cover for the British Expeditionary Force as it faced encirclement by German forces. In the course of action, the Spitfire was hit by enemy fire and force-landed on the beach near Calais, where it remained buried in sand for more than 40 years. The aircraft was lost for decades, until a combination of archival research and shifting sands led to its dramatic recovery in 1980. Preserved remarkably well in the salt and sand, P9374 was one of the few surviving Spitfires that had not been reassembled from multiple aircraft—an incredibly rare example of a combat-veteran, all-original Mk.Ia. The aircraft underwent a meticulous restoration to airworthy condition, completed in 2011, and was returned to flight wearing its original markings as it appeared during the Dunkirk operation. It became a flying memorial to both the pilots who flew these legendary machines and the thousands of troops evacuated under fire during Operation Dynamo. While it saw only brief combat action, P9374's story powerfully illustrates the early and desperate days of WWII, when the RAF’s young pilots fought numerically superior forces with courage and determination. Its recovery and return to the skies made headlines and brought renewed attention to the sacrifices made during the Battle of France. Today, P9374 stands as a symbol of resilience—both of the aircraft itself and of the Allied efforts to turn the tide in Europe. This 1:48 scale model captures the grace and historical significance of one of the RAF’s most iconic fighters. With authentic camouflage, squadron markings, and exceptional detail true to its 1940 appearance, this collector’s piece honors both the machine and the moment it represents. A must-have for history buffs and aviation enthusiasts alike, this model brings the spirit of Dunkirk to life on your shelf.
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Product Description Brand new 1/48 scale diecast model of Supermarine Spitfire Mk.1a Fighter Aircraft "J/P9374, Dunkirk" British Royal Air Force "Air Power Series" die cast model by Hobby Master. Brand new box. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Includes pilot figure. Has opening canopy. Includes display stand. Officially licensed product. Manufacturer's original unopened packaging. Dimensions approximately Length- 7.5, Wingspan- 9.25 inches. Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel. It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history. Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane. HISTORY ASPECTS: Spitfire Mk.Ia "Dunkirk" J/P9374 of the Royal Air Force holds a remarkable place in aviation history, both for its role in one of World War II’s most critical evacuations and its incredible rediscovery decades later. Built in early 1940 by Vickers Supermarine, P9374 was assigned to No. 92 Squadron RAF during the early stages of the Battle of France. On May 24, 1940, Pilot Officer Peter Cazenove flew the aircraft on a combat mission over Dunkirk, providing air cover for the British Expeditionary Force as it faced encirclement by German forces. In the course of action, the Spitfire was hit by enemy fire and force-landed on the beach near Calais, where it remained buried in sand for more than 40 years. The aircraft was lost for decades, until a combination of archival research and shifting sands led to its dramatic recovery in 1980. Preserved remarkably well in the salt and sand, P9374 was one of the few surviving Spitfires that had not been reassembled from multiple aircraft—an incredibly rare example of a combat-veteran, all-original Mk.Ia. The aircraft underwent a meticulous restoration to airworthy condition, completed in 2011, and was returned to flight wearing its original markings as it appeared during the Dunkirk operation. It became a flying memorial to both the pilots who flew these legendary machines and the thousands of troops evacuated under fire during Operation Dynamo. While it saw only brief combat action, P9374's story powerfully illustrates the early and desperate days of WWII, when the RAF’s young pilots fought numerically superior forces with courage and determination. Its recovery and return to the skies made headlines and brought renewed attention to the sacrifices made during the Battle of France. Today, P9374 stands as a symbol of resilience—both of the aircraft itself and of the Allied efforts to turn the tide in Europe. This 1:48 scale model captures the grace and historical significance of one of the RAF’s most iconic fighters. With authentic camouflage, squadron markings, and exceptional detail true to its 1940 appearance, this collector’s piece honors both the machine and the moment it represents. A must-have for history buffs and aviation enthusiasts alike, this model brings the spirit of Dunkirk to life on your shelf.
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