- Brand new 1/72 scale diecast airplane model of Supermarine Spitfire Mk IIa Fighter Aircraft "P7290, Air Fighting Development Unit, RAF Duxford" (1942) Royal Air Force die cast model by Legion.
- Brand new box.
- Detailed exterior.
- True-to-scale detail.
- Comes with a display stand.
- This model does not have any openings.
- Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
- Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.
- Dimensions approximately Length- 5, Wingspan-6.25 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:
- Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IIa P7290 was one of the early production Spitfires that played a crucial role during the formative years of the Royal Air Force’s fighter operations in World War II. Built as part of the Mk.II series, the aircraft featured refinements over the original Mk.I, including improved reliability of the Merlin XII engine and better electrical systems. P7290 entered RAF service at a time when Britain was transitioning from emergency defense to refining air combat doctrine based on hard-earned wartime experience.
- Before its assignment to the Air Fighting Development Unit (AFDU), P7290 saw frontline service during the Battle of Britain, one of the most significant conflicts of World War II. During this campaign, Spitfire Mk.II aircraft were heavily engaged in defending southern England against Luftwaffe fighter and bomber formations. Aircraft like P7290 contributed directly to the RAF’s success in maintaining air superiority, preventing a German invasion and marking a turning point in the war.
- In 1942, P7290 was transferred to the Air Fighting Development Unit at RAF Duxford, where it took on a new but equally important role. AFDU aircraft were used to evaluate tactics, compare Allied and captured enemy aircraft, and develop improved combat techniques for RAF fighter squadrons. Operating within the broader context of the ongoing European air war, P7290 helped shape fighter tactics that would later be employed during major offensive operations over occupied Europe, including preparations for large-scale bomber escorts and air superiority missions.
- This 1:72 scale model captures an aircraft that bridged the critical gap between desperate early-war defense and the RAF’s growing tactical sophistication. Featuring historically accurate markings from its AFDU service at Duxford, it is an excellent addition for collectors who appreciate early Spitfire variants, the Battle of Britain legacy, and the behind-the-scenes development work that helped secure Allied air dominance.
Return Policy
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⏱️ Timeframe
You have 21 days from the date your order is placed to notify us about any return or exchange request. We'll take it from there.
📦 Damaged or Defective Items
Please inspect your order as soon as it arrives. If anything is damaged or defective, let us know immediately – we need to file a carrier claim quickly. We can't accept returns or refunds if we aren't informed promptly.
🔧 Condition & Packaging
Items must be returned in their original factory condition and inside the original box, packed exactly as the manufacturer shipped them. Never glue or repair parts without our written authorisation – items that have been glued or returned without the original box will not be accepted.
🌍 International Forwarding
If your order is sent to a US‑based freight forwarder and then forwarded internationally, we cannot be held responsible for any damage that occurs during that second leg of transit.
🚚 Shipping Costs
Shipping and handling fees are non‑refundable, except when we send you the wrong item. In that rare case, contact us to arrange a return label or pickup. Once we receive the incorrect item back, we'll send you the correct replacement or issue a full refund if the correct item is out of stock. Please notify us of any wrong item ASAP.
📬 Unclaimed / Undeliverable
If your package is unclaimed, refused, or undeliverable, it will be cancelled and refunded – but we'll deduct the original shipping cost from your refund.
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